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Alexandria, Virginia Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good day Alexandria! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See when ACPS students head back to class in 2026.
  • How police used Flock cameras to catch an alleged camera vandal
  • What the Ladrey court ruling means for Alexandria’s affordable housing

Also on today's calendar: Sip Into Summer At Sunrise! - Networking Event and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What is seen in the middle of March and April that can’t be seen at the beginning or end of either month? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Near-record temperatures, with a high of 101 and low of 79 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and very hot, temps: high: 99, low: 78.
  • Friday: Some sun; hot, less humid, with a high of 96 and low of 76 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Alexandria Public Schools' First Day of School: Aug. 24 (alexandrialivingmagazine.com) — Alexandria City Public Schools families now have the full 2026–27 traditional calendar, with the first day of school set for Monday, August 24, 2026, and the last day on June 17, 2027. The schedule includes major holidays and breaks, while Samuel W. Tucker Elementary follows a modified calendar starting July 27 but ending the same day in June.
   

2. Alexandria man arrested for allegedly destroying multiple license plate readers (alxnow.com) — Multiple license plate reader cameras and solar panels were recently destroyed at intersections across Alexandria, and police have charged a 21-year-old city resident in connection with the vandalism. Investigators used surveillance video and Flock camera data to identify a damaged Subaru, recover a baseball bat, and make an arrest. The suspect faces misdemeanor and felony charges and a July 24 court date.
   

3. Court upholds Alexandria approval of Ladrey redevelopment (alexandriabrief.com) — A Virginia appeals court has upheld Alexandria’s approval of the Ladrey redevelopment, confirming the city followed zoning rules and due process. The ruling clears legal uncertainty as the project shifts to rehabilitating the 11-story Ladrey building at 300 Wythe St., preserving 159 deeply affordable apartments for seniors and disabled residents. Construction is slated to start in January 2027, with all current residents guaranteed a right to return.
   

4. Fairfax man charged with embezzling nearly $60,000 through Alexandria Soccer Association employment (alexandriabrief.com) — A Fairfax man is facing multiple embezzlement and computer fraud charges after police say he used his role with the Alexandria Soccer Association and a fake overseas camp to collect nearly $60,000 from 13 victims. Fairfax County detectives are continuing their investigation and are asking anyone with information to contact the Financial Crimes Unit or submit an anonymous tip.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Please share & repost to help reunite this lost cat!
    Merlin was LOST on July 13, 2026 in Warrenton, VA 20186 near Near Culpeper Street Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact… (Nextdoor Parkfairfax)
  • Neighbors with dogs - please remember, this heat can be crippling for your pets.
    PLEASE do not walk them in the afternoon/early evening unless you can do it on a grassy surface. Hot sidewalks will BURN their pads. As a vet tech… (Nextdoor Fleet-Franconia-Beulah)
  • IDS International Government Services, LLC posted a job opening for Cleared Escort | TS/SCI FS-Poly in Alexandria. Apply here.
  • Accenture posted a job opening for Creative Agency Senior Designer in Arlington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Alexandria here.

Ok Alexandria! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The letter “R.” (Thank you Manuela A. for sending it in!)
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