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Good Morning Fairfax County: Your Daily Good News PodcastWhat This Olympic Champion Just Did Will Make You ProudAn Olympic champion came home to Alexandria, Reston's getting its biggest Winterfest yet, and a couple turned a Brazil trip into a chocolate business. Your daily dose of good news from Fairfax County with Steve Rhode.Links:Winterfest returns to Reston: https://www.therestonletter.com/post/winterfest-to-light-up-reston-once-againRiver-Sea Chocolates opens in Reston: https://www.therestonletter.com/post/sweet-waters-sweeter-chocolate-river-sea-chocolates-makes-a-splash-in-restonNoah Lyles named Living Legend of Alexandria: https://www.alxnow.com/2025/11/13/world-champion-sprinter-noah-lyles-named-a-living-legend-of-alexandria/Empanadas de Mendoza opening in Reston: https://theburn.com/2025/11/13/empanadas-de-mendoza-announces-opening-date-in-reston/Join the email list at TapYourNews.com https://TapYourNews.comGot a good news story...
2025-11-1705 min
Noah Lyles - Biography FlashBiography Flash: Noah Lyles Becomes Youngest Living Legend of Alexandria After Historic World Championships Triple GoldNoah Lyles Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Noah Lyles continues to make waves both on and off the track, with the past few days delivering another set of career-defining moments. This week, Lyles was officially named a Living Legend of Alexandria, becoming the youngest honoree in the history of the award according to Alexandria’s local press. The ceremony took place at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial, where Lyles joined eleven other distinguished Alexandrians for their lasting contributions to the community. Lyles was transparent about what the recognition means to him, telling ALXnow that "It’s a bles...
2025-11-1603 min
Noah LylesBiography Flash: Noah Lyles Becomes Youngest Living Legend of Alexandria While Dominating Global TrackNoah Lyles Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Noah Lyles spent the past few days being celebrated both for his extraordinary year on the track and for the unique mark he’s making on sports culture and his hometown. The biggest headline right now: Lyles has just been officially named a Living Legend of Alexandria, his birthplace, recognized Wednesday night at the George Washington Masonic National Memorial. Local news outlet ALXnow reports he’s joined an exclusive group of only 12 community members to receive this distinction in 2025, and notably, he’s the youngest ever to earn the honor. Mayor Alyia...
2025-11-1603 min
The ALXnow PodcastAnnouncement of Wizards and Capitals' Possible Move to Potomac Yard and Endorsement Confusion in the Mayoral RaceJo, James, and Vernon discussed some of the top stories in Arlington for the week ending December 15, 2023. Discussed this week: BREAKING: Washington Capitals and Wizards are officially moving to Potomac Yard Alexandria Mayor: Potomac Yard arena will have minimal parking, but Metro station currently inadequate
2023-12-1630 minThe ALXnow PodcastAlexandria Dynamic Mayoral Race, Ski Mask Controversy, and Potomac River's Mussel MakeoverJo, James, and Vernon discussed some of the top stories in Arlington for the week ending December 8, 2023. Discussed this week: JUST IN: Two City Council members vie to replace Alexandria Mayor New report says regional economic growth has done little to help Arlandria Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority warns low-income residents of felony arrest for wearing ski masks Notes: Alexandria police chief apologizes for earlier letter saying department will arrest people wearing ski masks Here’s who’s running in the Alexandria School Board’s special election (so far) Alexandria School Board special election candidates focusing on tea...
2023-12-0821 minThe ALXnow PodcastCity Council and Single Family Zoning, Alexandria's Political Future, Upcoming Events in AlexandriaJo, James, and Vernon discussed some of the top stories in Arlington for the week ending December 1, 2023. Discussed this week: City celebrates new dawn for a hidden gem of the West End Alexandria’s Smoot Lumber yard closing today after 200 years in business JUST IN: Alexandria City Council ends single-family-only-zoning BREAKING: Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson won’t seek reelection JUST IN: Alexandria Fire Chief Corey Smedley is retiring in January Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority warns low-income residents of felony arrest for wearing ski masks Here’s your guide to Alexandria’s Scottish Christmas Walk this weekend...
2023-12-0231 minThe ALXnow PodcastIncrease in school threats, Metro's budget shortfall and the potential impact on Alexandria, and planning efforts to shape the future of the West End in Alexandria.Jo, James, and Vernon discussed some of the top stories in Arlington for the week ending November 17, 2023. Discussed this week: Freedom House restoration project raises eyebrows with possible ‘Dealers in Slaves’ sign Poll: What do you think of Alexandria restaurants swapping parking for outdoor seating? Alexandria hosting community meeting tonight on plans to reshape the West End Alexandria School Board member Willie Bailey resigns Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments helping Metro avert ‘death spiral’ from $750 million shortfall May...
2023-11-1826 minThe ALXnow PodcastRental increases and lawsuits, an embezzlement scandal, and Alexandria's zoning for housing planJo, James, and Vernon discussed some of the top stories in Arlington for the week ending November 3, 2023. Discussed this week: Alexandria sees third highest rent increase in the region for ‘Class A’ apartments Alexandria locations swept up in regional property management lawsuit over artificially inflated rent Former manager of Hanks Oyster Bar in Old Town pleads guilty to embezzling $680K Alexandria Community Remembrance Project says more can be done to memorialize the city’s first lynching Petition to cancel ACPS classes the day after Halloween raises nearly 1,200 signat...
2023-11-0428 minThe ALXnow PodcastStaffing crisis in Alexandria City schools, troubled transportation projects, and panhandling restriction changesJo, James, and Vernon discussed some of the top stories in Arlington for the week ending Oct. 13, 2023. Discussed this week: Alexandria Mayor says city spent $1.8 million on stream restoration projects with nothing to show for it Washington’s chief cook, Birchmere founder and John McCain considered for new Alexandria street names Del Ray hardware store owner wants to sell by the end of the year Parents decry ‘staffing crisis’ in Alexandria City Public Schools City staff reflect on one of Alexandria’s most bizarre and troubled transportation projects Alexandria looking for state help to fix its dangerou...
2023-10-1424 minThe ALXnow PodcastAlexandria bracing for government shutdown, baffling ‘WestEnd’ project name, and a discussion over Alexandria's red brick identityJo, James, and Vernon discussed some of the top stories in Arlington for the week ending Sept. 29, 2023. Discussed this week: Alexandria bracing for impact as government shutdown looms Alexandria leaders dismayed by developer’s baffling ‘WestEnd’ project name Alexandria police chief says long overdue overhaul of department ‘sectors’ is coming next year Alexandria Fire Department redeployment will shutter two fire engines and increase emergency medical services This obscure New Deal-era program could keep a major arts nonprofit in Alexandria City Council-BAR divided on whether Alexandria should stay a red brick town
2023-09-3022 minThe ALXnow PodcastRise in student arrest cases, new internet provider in Alexandria, and return of spooky toursJo, James, and Vernon discussed some of the top stories in Arlington for the week ending Sept. 22, 2023. Discussed this week: Court rules against APD veteran who sued Alexandria to become assistant police chief Report: Alexandria City Public Schools sees jump in student arrests and violent incidents Fresh from FBI National Academy, APD Captain Courtney Ballantine wants to focus on wellness Internet provider Ting says expansion west of Braddock Road coming ‘in the near future’ Spooky tours return to Old Town next month ‘Nightmare on the Avenue’ pop-up bar opening next week in Del Ray
2023-09-2317 minThe ALXnow PodcastAlexandria local news discussion - week ending Sept. 15, 2023Jo, Vernon, and James discuss some of the notable local stories in Alexandria for the week ending Sept. 15, 2023. Stories discussed include: Amazon kills off grocery store plans, one will be replaced with a golfing range Alexandria pursuing grant to help step up patrols and investigations Alexandria teachers raise nearly $1 million in crowdfunding Alexandria considering bike lanes for Mount Vernon Trail route into Old Town Alexandria Police sharing few details on alleged attempted abduction and robbery of woman in Old Town Outlandish new ‘Milkshake Bar’ opens in Old Town
2023-09-1515 minThe ALXnow PodcastAlexandria local news discussion - week ending Sept. 8, 2023Jo, Vernon and James discuss some of the notable local stories in Alexandria for the week ending Sept. 8, 2023. We discussed the Alexandria contestant on ABC's The Golden Bachelor, Alexandria's Zoning for Housing for All initiative, and more.
2023-09-1017 minThe ALXnow PodcastAlexandria local news discussion - week ending Aug. 25, 2023Jo, Vernon and James discuss some of the notable local stories in Alexandria for the week ending Aug. 25, 2023. Stories discussed include: Late night robberies prompt an Alexandria convenience store to adjusts its hours City sheds light on contentious Hammond Middle School light pole Rehabilitation programs in Alexandria jail help inmates prepare for life beyond bars Alexandria rolls out timeline for massive housing reform project Report shows most Alexandria middle and high school students feel unsafe Alexandria Library’s Dungeons and Dragons campaign helps local children become adventuring heroes
2023-08-2724 min
The Rebooting ShowHow Local News Now puts community firstScott Brodbeck got into local news a dozen years ago, after working in local broadcast news in Washington DC. “I looked at the direction of the industry and didn't love where local was going and ended up leaving and just on a total impulse to start my own site,” he said. “it was like a one day thing.” After this prototypical shower inspiration, Scott launched a local site to cover Arlington, Virginia.Since then, Scott has built Local News Now into a clutch of local news sites for the Virginia suburbs near Washington, including ARLNow (Arlington), FFXNow (Fairfax...
2023-01-0354 min