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Alexandria, Virginia Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning Alexandria! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • How did your childā€™s Alexandria school score on new state ratings?
  • Will your West End intersection get a safety overhaul? Weigh in now.
  • How Del Rayā€™s ā€œMiss Patā€ celebrated turning 100 on stage.

Also on today's calendar: Registration is Open - JSSA Northern Virginia, MD Virtual 50+ Employment Expo and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: A morning shower in spots, with a high of 76 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 83, low: 61.
  • Wednesday: Very warm and humid, with a high of 89 and low of 67 degrees. šŸŒ¶ Hot!

šŸ“° News we're reading

ā€¢ Alexandria VA Schools See Score Gains at 16 of 17 Schools - One Earned Virginia's Top Rating (thezebra.org) ā€” Alexandria City Public Schools just posted across-the-board gains on Virginiaā€™s performance framework, with 16 of 17 schools improving and all 17 fully accredited for 2025ā€“26. One school, Lyles-Crouch Traditional Academy, earned the stateā€™s top Distinguished Performance rating, while several campuses moved out of intensive support as absenteeism declined and more English learners met growth targets.
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ā€¢ These 7 West End Intersections Could Get Safety Upgrades. Alexandria Wants Your Input. (thezebra.org) ā€” Alexandria is weighing safety upgrades at seven busy West End intersections along King Street, Seminary Road and South Van Dorn Street, and wants residentsā€™ feedback on the proposed designs. Locals can review plans online and submit comments by Nov. 6, or talk directly with staff at an Oct. 29 West End Transportation Open House at Minnie Howard High School.
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ā€¢ Alexandria Jazz Singer Pat Mcartor Marks Her 100th Birthday by Performing at St. Elmo's Coffee Pub, Where Thursday Night Shows Have Defined Her Del Ray Life (chicagomusicguide.com) ā€” In Alexandriaā€™s Del Ray neighborhood, longtime jazz singer ā€œMiss Patā€ McArtor just celebrated her 100th birthday the way neighbors know bestā€”by performing at St. Elmoā€™s Coffee Pub. After roughly two decades of Thursday night shows and a lifetime in Del Ray, she still lives independently and plans to keep singing with the band as long as she can.
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Found Bird in Rose Hill!!
    My roommate found this bird in our yard. Itā€™s now at Lorton Animal Shelter. Please share! Iā€™m sure somebody is missing & worrying about him! (Nextdoor Rose Hill)
  • Hello my name Alex.
    I'm 19 years old and I'm looking for a job as some of you are as well. I'm a lifeguard over at George Washington Rec Center but I'm also looking forā€¦ (Nextdoor Sulgrave Manor)
  • Nobu Eden Roc Hotel Miami Beach posted a job opening for Housekeeping Houseperson in Alexandria. Apply here.
  • First Command Financial Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Senior Financial Advisor ā€“ Experienced Professionals in Alexandria. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Alexandria here.

šŸ—ž Nearby News

Del Ray

  • Be a Halloween Hero: Del Ray Costume Drive Helps Alexandria Children Dress Up (thezebra.org)

Old Town Alexandria

  • Why Alexandria Shoppers Are Heading to King Street This Sunday to Finish Their Holiday Lists Early (thezebra.org)

Arlington

  • Arlington Restaurant Week Returns Oct. 12 With 70+ Restaurants Near Alexandria, VA (thezebra.org)
  • 1905 N Taylor Street, Arlington, VA 22207 Property for sale (corcoran.com)
  • Cresthaven - First Floor Bedroom, Modern Farmhouse Plan, PCI 22205, Arlington, VA 22205 (zillow.com)

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: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" ā€” Because itā€™s too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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