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West End Alexandria News for You
This section will be continuously updated with information relevant to living in Overlook and the West End of Alexandria, to include updates on WestEnd Alexandria & other development projects, restaurants, shopping, Things to Do, & other noteworthy items.
Scroll down for the list of "Livability" topics, which include:
West End Alexandria - Did You Know?
West End Redevelopment Updates
West End Alex Living (All Things that Impact our Living in West End Alexandria)
West End Alex Food (Video reviews on restaurants, local breweries, & more around West End Alexandria)
West End Alex Shopping (Focused on Home Decor Options & Ideas)
Update on WestEnd Alexandria Project
BellaCasaScott
Jan 1
West End Alexandria - Did You Know? The New Inova Alexandria Hospital Campus | Project Update - January 2025
The new Inova Alexandria Hospital Campus located at the WestEnd Alexandria project started construction in Fall 2024, with groundbreaking...
BellaCasaScott
Mar 28, 2023
West End Alexandria - Did You Know? City Approves Next Step for Inova's New Alexandria Hospital
Another video in a series on Northern Virginia Real Estate development projects that impact Alexandria's West End. This video provides...
BellaCasaScott
Feb 15, 2023
West End Alexandria - Did You Know? WestEnd Alexandria Project Update - Residential Blocks Approved
Another video in a series on Northern Virginia Real Estate development projects that impact Alexandria's West End. This video provides...
BellaCasaScott
May 31, 2024
Alexandria Farmers Markets | West End Farmers Market | Sundays at Ben Brenman Park next to Cameron Station
If you live in or around the West End of Alexandria, did you know that we have an excellent Farmers Market that is conveniently located...
BellaCasaScott
May 29, 2024
Alexandria Farmers Markets | Old Town Farmers Market - Check out the Oldest Farmers Market in the Nation
The Old Town Farmers Market in Alexandria is the oldest Farmers Market continuously held in the same location in the Nation. Did you...
BellaCasaScott
May 27, 2024
Alexandria Farmers Markets | A Saturday Morning at the Del Ray Farmers Market
Alexandria is blessed with great Farmers Markets to choose from on a Saturday or Sunday. The Del Ray Farmers Market is a food and...
Featured Posts on Alexandria Farmers Markets
Featured Posts on West End Alexandria Living
BellaCasaScott
Dec 4, 2024
West End Alexandria - Did You Know? | Alexandria Rated Tops Again | Top Ten by Conde Nast for Best Small Cities & Friendliest Cities in the US
Alexandria gets rated Nationally. Yet Again. This time its a two-fer from Conde Nast Traveler. Alexandria is the No. 3 Best Small City in...
BellaCasaScott
Oct 24, 2024
West End Alexandria - Did You Know? | Alexandria Rated Tops Again | Best City in Virginia for Antiques by Southern Living Magazine
Southern Living Magazine just rated Alexandria the best city in Virginia for antiques. Where to go for antiques in West End Alexandria?...
BellaCasaScott
May 29, 2024
A Stroll Through Old Town Alexandria | Take a 2 Minute Walk to Enjoy the Sights
Enjoy some of the architecture, history, sights, dining, and shopping that surround you on a walk around Old Town Alexandria. We are so...
BellaCasaScott
Jun 10, 2023
Beeliner Diner - Eat Well is Their Slogan. Got That Part Right. | West End Alexandria Restaurants
recently got introduced to Beeliner Diner on King St. in the Brandley Shopping Center. So far, I have enjoyed each visit. The food,...
BellaCasaScott
Jun 7, 2023
DUKE STREET WESTBOUND CLOSED FOR 72 HOURS | Landmark Flyover Ramp Demo @ WestEnd Alexandria Project
Another in a series of short videos providing information about Livability and other noteworthy items for West End Alexandria and...
BellaCasaScott
Jun 3, 2023
NEW SCHOOL ZONE SPEED CAMERAS | West End Alexandria Did You Know?
Alexandria TES (Transportation & Environmental Services) announced this week that three (3) new School Zone speed cameras are in place. ...
BellaCasaScott
May 17, 2023
Sugar Palm - Tasty Thai Takeout Tonight \ West End Alexandria Dining
Two Overlook selling clients introduced me to Sugar Palm Thai Restaurant located just outside the Community. They each spoke highly of...
BellaCasaScott
May 9, 2023
2023 Fairfax County Property Tax - LOWER Rate, But HIGHER Tax Bill
On May 9th, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisor's approved the FY 2024 budget (starting July 1st), which lowered the 2023 Fairfax...
BellaCasaScott
May 6, 2023
2023 Alexandria Property Tax - SAME Rate, HIGHER Tax Bill
On May 2nd, the Alexandria City Council approved the FY 2024 budget (starting July 1st), which kept the 2023 property tax rate at $1.11...
BellaCasaScott
May 3, 2023
Our Mom Eugenia - Great Greek Food is So Close (Shirlington & Mosaic) | West End Alexandria Dining
I recently got introduced to Our Mom Eugenia at the Mosaic District at Rts. 50 & 29 by friends from Overlook for a Sunday lunch. We...
BellaCasaScott
Apr 30, 2023
West End Alexandria - Did You Know? FAA Directs Less Helicopter Noise over NoVA!
Another in a series of short videos providing information about Livability and other noteworthy items for West End Alexandria. Helicopter...
BellaCasaScott
Apr 25, 2023
Sweet Fire Donna's - BBQ, Beer, & Fried Pickles. Sign Me Up.
Sweet Fire Donna's in Carlyle Square serves good BBQ in a neighborhood bar-type setting. A lunch, dinner, or meet up for a pint also...
BellaCasaScott
Apr 24, 2023
Patina in Old Town - Treat Yourself to this Beautifully Curated Home Decor Store
Patina Polished Living in Old Town is a beautifully curated store from room to room throughout the row house. It is my favorite home...
BellaCasaScott
Apr 22, 2023
A Flight of Tacos & Margaritas? Yes, Please. Tequila + Taco at Carlyle Square
Starting the weekend out with a late Friday afternoon meet up at Tequila & Taco in Alexandria is a great way to end the work week. Easy...
BellaCasaScott
Apr 20, 2023
Best Vintage Shopping in Alexandria - Latest Finds @ Evolution Home Episode 33
On my YouTube channel (@BellaCasaScott) and Instagram page (@BellaCasaScott), I post weekly short video Episodes in an ongoing series to...
BellaCasaScott
Apr 20, 2023
West End Alexandria - Did You Know? Free Disposal of Mattress (& Other Large Trash Items)
One in a series of short videos providing information about Livability and other noteworthy items for West End Alexandria. Don't want to...
BellaCasaScott
Apr 20, 2023
West End Alexandria - Did You Know? Inova is Building a 2nd New Hospital Just 15 Mins Away
Did you know that Inova is building a new Franconia-Springfield Hospital Campus at the site of the Inova HealthPlex at Beulah St. and...
BellaCasaScott
Apr 13, 2023
West End Alexandria - Did You Know? The West End Farmers Market is Now Open!
The West End Farmers Market opened for the 2023 season on April 9th, with the last market for the year scheduled for November 19th. The...
BellaCasaScott
Apr 13, 2023
Did You Know? Southern Living Magazine Rates the Old Town Farmers Market as a Must Visit in 2023
Southern Living Magazine just rated the Old Town Farmers Market in Alexandria as one of the best, must visit markets for 2023. The Old...
BellaCasaScott
Apr 5, 2023
City Kitchen in West End Alexandria - Local Bistro Fare Done Well.
City Kitchen is located in West End Alexandria at 330 S. Pickett Street (opposite Home Depot in the Trade Center shopping complex). The...
BellaCasaScott
Apr 1, 2023
Lost Boy Cider. Apple Cider, But for Adults.
I finally went to Lost Boy Cider in the Eisenhower East area of Alexandria next to Carlyle Square. Lots of cider choices. Nice place to...
BellaCasaScott
Mar 30, 2023
Lowery's Dial in Old Town - A Fun Stop for Vintage & Colorful Home Decor Finds
On a recent Sunny Saturday, I went to Old Town Alexandria for a first visit to the Lowery's Dial store on King Street. I am familiar...
BellaCasaScott
Mar 28, 2023
West End Alexandria - Did You Know? City Approves Next Step for Inova's New Alexandria Hospital
Another video in a series on Northern Virginia Real Estate development projects that impact Alexandria's West End. This video provides...
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