3+ hour, 26+ min ago   (468+ words) Ahead of Valentine's Day, preschoolers from Hopkins House brought joy and laughter to The Senior Center at Charles Houston during an annual celebration last week. The k-prep class from Helen Day Preschool Academy joined Alexandria seniors for a lively morning…...

4+ day, 3+ hour ago   (217+ words) Registration starts next week for more than 50 summer camps and programs hosted by Alexandria's Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities. This year's camp offerings range from sports programs to culinary education, crafting, performing arts and academics. City residents can begin…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago   (276+ words) A new children's book from an Alexandria author is rekindling the stories she told local students during virtual storytimes amid the Covid-19 pandemic. "Seven Days of Sophie" by Southerlyn Marino captures a week in the life of Sophie, a lovable…...

4+ week, 4+ hour ago   (485+ words) The Virginia Department of Health has confirmed the state's first flu-related pediatric death this season, as public health officials across Virginia continue to monitor increased flu activity. Health officials yesterday (Thursday) said a preschool-aged child " between newborn age and 4 years…...

4+ week, 2+ day ago   (207+ words) A local community foundation's 2026 scholarship cycle includes 11 awards that are now accepting applications from Alexandria students. The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia opened applications for more than 30 regional scholarships on Monday. At least 11 awards are open to Alexandria students, including…...

4+ week, 2+ day ago   (115+ words) For 155 years, Children's National Hospital has delivered expert pediatric care at every milestone. Caring for kids isn't just what we do. It's who we are. As the region's only standalone children's hospital, kids have been the center of our mission…...

7+ mon, 3+ day ago   (199+ words) Rubbing elbows with community leaders and participating in interactive workshops are in store for participants of Alexandria's upcoming 12th annual Youth Leadership Conference. Registration for rising 9th to 12th graders closes Aug. 8, and the event will be held Aug. 12-14 (Tuesday to Thursday) at…...

11+ mon, 3+ day ago   (124+ words) The Virginia Department of Health is warning against a potential outbreak of measles in Northern Virginia. A passenger on an international flight arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport on Wednesday, March 5, later tested positive for the highly contagious illness. After…...