Flash Flooding, Amazon Effect: Alexandria's Defining 2019 Stories

A flash flooding event, goodbyes to members of the 1971 "Remember the Titans" team and waterfront development plans shaped a busy year for Alexandria news. As we close out 2019, Patch is taking a look at the top stories among Old Town Alexandria readers.

The defining stories range from weather events and crime to foodie and transportation developments. Click on each link for the full stories.

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Flooded Roads, Water Rescues Reported In Alexandria (Photos)

Alexandria and other areas of the region were pounded with heavy rain on July 8, resulting in flooding, dangerous road conditions and water rescues.

Herman Boone, 'Remember The Titans' Coach, Dies

T.C. Williams lost several members of the 1971 state champion football team portrayed in "Remember the Titans." Coach Herman Boone died in December, following the deaths of assistant coach Bill Yoast and players Julius Campbell and Petey Jones.

• Bill Yoast, 'Remember The Titans' Football Coach, Dies
• Julius Campbell, 'Remember The Titans' Player, Dies
• Petey Jones, 'Remember The Titans' Player, Dies

'Amazon Effect' Makes Alexandria Most Competitive For Real Estate

Real estate brokerage Redfin says Alexandria and Arlington are the top competitive real estate markets in the U.S., citing the Amazon effect.

Man Who Thought He Killed Werewolf In Alexandria Found Not Guilty

A man was found not guilty by reason of insanity for a July 2018 killing inside an Old Town Alexandria business. His defense argued there was no motive and that he thought the victim was a werewolf.

T.C. Williams Student Wins $250,000 In National Science Contest

A T.C. Williams student who graduated this year won first place and $250,000 in the nation's most prestigious science competition.

Frustrations Arise As Seminary Road Lanes Are Reconfigured

Commuters voiced complaints about the newly-reconfigured Seminary Road after Alexandria City Council voted 4-3 to implement a "road diet" in September.

• Letter To The Editor On Seminary Road Changes In Alexandria
• Seminary Road Decision Nears, Residents Divided In Alexandria

New Winter Village In Alexandria Opens

Ice & Lights Winter Village, a new winter attraction, has light displays, heated igloos, ice skating and more.

Alexandria Warehouse To Become Southern Grocery and Kitchen

A historic warehouse on the waterfront will become a southern kitchen and market called The Mill.

• Restaurant Partner Chosen For The Mill In Alexandria
• Robinson Landing To Get Market, Restaurant In Old Warehouse

More Top Stories

• Alexandria Among Best Christmas Towns In World: Oprah Magazine
• Entertainment Center Eyes December Opening In Alexandria
• Belle View Shopping Center Fire Damages Surpass $5.8M
• Antique Shop To Close After Nearly 4 Decades In Alexandria
• Ground Broken On Development With Wegmans In Alexandria
• Alexandria Ranked America's Second Safest City
• Man Pleads Guilty To Rape Of Lifeguard In Alexandria
• Society Fair Closes In Alexandria, Months After Fundraiser
• Potomac Yard Metro Groundbreaking Held In Alexandria
• Alexandria Man Filmed Over 60 Victims In Dressing Rooms: Police
• PX, Eamonn's To Close In Alexandria Before End Of July
• School Board Chooses Connected Alexandria High School Network
• Pedestrian-Only King Street Zone Planning To Move Forward
• Oak Steakhouse Opens In Old Town Alexandria
• Joe Theismann's Restaurant Unveils Renovations In Alexandria
• Retail Store To Open In Vacant Old Town Theater Space: Report
• Hank's Pasta Bar To Reopen Under New Name In 2020
• Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Opens In Old Town Alexandria
• Alexandria Man Killed In Stabbing While Working On DC Bridge
• Alexandria Ranks Among Best Cities To Live In America
• Aslin Beer Company Opens Brewery And Taproom In Alexandria
• How 2 Strangers Teamed Up To Save An Old Town Alexandria Business
• E-Scooter Sidewalk Riding Banned In Revised Alexandria Program
• Biscuit, Soup Concepts Join Pendleton Carry Out Co.
• Grocery Chain To Close 2 Virginia Stores, 1 Other Sold
• Alexandria Zip Code Among Priciest For Renters In Virginia
• Augie's Mussel House To Reopen In Old Town Alexandria
• Toastique To Open Old Town Alexandria Location
• St. Elmo's Coffee Pub Applies For Second Location In Alexandria