About Us

The Alexandria Times is Alexandria’s only locally owned, independent newspaper. We provide the best, most in-depth news reporting in the Port City, as well as first-rate coverage of local sports, arts and entertainment. The Times also contains weekly editorials focused solely on issues within the city of Alexandria. We provide a forum for lively discussion of pressing local issues.
The Times offers many additional features of interest to our readers, including rotating columns on pets, health, seniors, and small business issues, as well as obituaries, a weekly crossword puzzle, a home improvement section, and advertising features on local restaurants and businesses. We are the city’s best forum for local businesses to advertise their products and services.
The Times has a talented editorial, design and sales staff and is the winner of multiple awards from the Virginia Press Association each year.