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In today's newsletter:

  • How tomorrow's Duke Street plan meeting could shape your neighborhood
  • How ACPS is changing bus service after walk zone backlash.
  • Meet the new organizer behind Alexandria's 90-voice choral powerhouse

Also on today's calendar: Admissions Open House at Alexandria Country Day School and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Pleasant with variable clouds, with a high of 76 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mainly cloudy, temps: high: 80, low: 62.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 88 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Reminder: Duke Street Land Use Plan Draft Plan Release Celebration, Community Meeting #9 (alexandriava.gov) — Alexandria residents are being asked to weigh in on the Draft Duke Street Land Use Plan at a community meeting tomorrow, Sept. 29, 7–9 p.m., at Patrick Henry Recreation Center and via Zoom. Expect a presentation, Q&A, open house-style feedback, free food, childcare, and language interpretation, plus 30 days of online public comment for those who can't attend.
   

• ACPS to restore bus service for eligible students by Oct. 5 after walk zone pushback (alxnow.com) — Alexandria City Public Schools will restore bus service by Oct. 5 for students newly deemed eligible after families pushed back against expanded walk zones. Officials told the School Board they are reviewing hazardous intersections, especially near Arlandria and the West End, and will notify every family about transportation decisions by Sept. 30 via ParentSquare.
   

• Alexandria Choral Society Welcomes Cheryl Lovinsky as New Chorus Manager (thezebra.org) — Alexandria singers have a new behind-the-scenes leader as longtime musician and nonprofit professional Cheryl Lovinsky steps in as chorus manager for the nearly 90-member Alexandria Choral Society. She'll handle auditions, logistics, and communications so performers can focus on music, supporting a group that has enriched the city's cultural life for more than 50 years.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • I am fostering a lovely dog who has become a favorite in the neighborhood, but hasn't quite met the right people to love him full-time.
    He's an absolute joy to have in our home and is fully trained Please advise if you or anyone you know pay be interested in meeting this ray of… (Nextdoor Kingstowne and Hayfield)
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    I just received a "card" requesting to go to the Fairfax county website and answer a Jury Duty questionnaire to be qualified. It says, if I can't go… (Nextdoor Greater Wilton Woods)
  • Marymount University posted a job opening for Vice President for Academic Affairs & Provost in Arlington. Apply here.
  • Panda Restaurant Group posted a job opening for Assistant Manager (P1-1364092-2) in Arlington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Alexandria here.

🗞 Nearby News

Del Ray

  • Happening Now in Del Ray: Free Music Festival Supports Wilderness Kids Alexandria Until 4 P.M. (thezebra.org)
  • Hundreds of Del Ray Sewer Lines Need Work—Residents Can Ask Questions Tuesday (thezebra.org)
  • They Walked. Alexandria Families Got Help. StepALIVE! Returns Oct. 18 (thezebra.org)

Old Town Alexandria

  • Dan Murray Returns to Alexandria for a No-Cover Show at Havana 151 on October 1 (thezebra.org)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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