Stories for August 2019

Stories for August 2019

News 2019 August

Stories for August 2019

Saturday, August 31

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Preserve Columbus Day in Alexandria

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Fallen Alexandria Fire Chief to Receive Headstone

Unveiling set for Aug. 30.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: After the Rain

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Friday, August 30

Appetite: 4 Dates to Circle in September

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Thursday, August 29

“Ice and Lights” planned at Cameron Run.

“Ice and Lights” planned at Cameron Run.

Tuesday, August 27

Opinion: Commentary: Preventing Suicide

Being there to take the call.

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Virginia General Assembly Candidates

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Monday, August 26

Opinion: Column: Side-Splitting But Not Very Funny

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Disavow Columbus?

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Historic Milestones

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Reducing Vehicle Miles Traveled

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Much Work Still To Be Done

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Eco-City?

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400 Years of Slavery

Gathering honors victims, addresses Alexandria’s role in slavery.

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Protesting ‘Whites Only’ Library in Alexandria

1939 Library Sit-In ignited Civil Rights era.

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A Centennial Celebration at American Legion Post 24

American Legion turns 100, celebrates passage of LEGION Act.

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Hopkins House Celebrates 80 Years

Emphasis on early education.

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The Other Alexandria: Life and Times of the Livery Man

The story of Moses Stevens.

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A Journey To Better Understand Their Alexandria Students

Staff from TC’s International Academy visit schools in El Salvador.

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Friday, August 23

Arrests Made in Park Murder

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Soon To Celebrate Her 100th in Alexandria

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Appetite: Chop Shop Taco Settles Into Alexandria Neighborhood

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Convicted of Hate Crime

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Paying It Forward

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Wednesday, August 21

Opinion: Column: “Barbasoul”

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Protect Dogs from Toxic Algae

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Suicide and Trauma Sound Alarm for First Responders

Fairfax County Chief of Police takes action to relieve stress and encourage officers to ask for help when needed.

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Back-to-School Anxiety

Easing in to the new year

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Tuesday, August 20

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Where Are You From, Originally

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Share Tips About Community

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Monday, August 19

Alexandria Schools Continue To Trail State SOL Averages

Improvement in math highlighted.

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Beyond Shared Lane Markings

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Hector Eaches Of Alexandria

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: This Slope Leads to Safety

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‘We Were Built for This’

Local rapper hopes to find success in hip hop.

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WMATA’s Platform Project

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‘Location, Location, Location’ in Alexandria

IDA breaks ground at Potomac Yard

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Alexandria’s Friendship Firehouse Celebrates Its 245th Birthday

Thousands turn out for annual festival.

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Healing Alexandria’s History of Racial Terror

Community commemorates 1899 lynching near Market Square.

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Friday, August 16

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Clarifying Gun Issues

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Obituary: Remembering Gwendolyn Menefee-Smith

Tenants’ rights activist dies at 75.

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Thursday, August 15

Home Organization for a New School Year

Accessories and design elements to create a smooth start.

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Wednesday, August 14

Opinion: Column: Don’t Monkee Around With Me

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Miscommunication Leads to SWAT Action, Evacuation in Tysons

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Congregation Beth Emeth in Herndon Names New Youth Director

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If You Were Impacted by the July 8 Flooding, Apply for Financial Assistance at a Disaster Loan Outreach Center

Northern Virginia Emergency Information

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Senators Urged to Restore Fairness

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Instilling the Virtue of Sacrifice

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Opinion: Editorial: Support Local News

What do you love about where you live?

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Monday, August 12

Celebrating Scottish Heritage in Alexandria

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Stop Infighting

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Environmental Upgrade

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Getting Together in Alexandria

Residents celebrate community spirit at National Night Out.

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Say ‘Yes’ to Success: TLC’s Monte Durham Hints at Future Old Town Salon

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Commentary: A Man Was Lynched in Alexandria: 120 Years Ago Today

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The Other Alexandria: Making History: The Dream Team

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Praising ‘Dementia-Friendly Alexandria’ Initiative

Initiative aims to educate community and support caregivers.

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Friday, August 9

Feel Strongly About Scooters in Alexandria?

City seeks input from divided residents.

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Opinion: Editorial: Gun Reform Now

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Appetite: The Garden Brings Bouquet of Beers, Beignets to Del Ray

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Slippery Slope Of Gun Control

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Thursday, August 8

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Increasing Potential Flooding in Alexandria

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Virginia Medicaid Expansion Now Covers 300,000

Governor visits Neighborhood Health clinic.

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Foundation Pledges $1.5 Million for American Legion Post 139 Housing Project

Project seeks to be a new model for affordable housing.

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Wednesday, August 7

Opinion: Column: Some Trek: To Go Where This Man Has Never Gone Before

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Summer’s Bounty: So Healthy and Tasty

Don’t miss the height of summer season for fruits and vegetables.

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Tuesday, August 6

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: We Must Change

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Tired But Not Defeated

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Pet Gazette Packet: Sweetie

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Pet Gazette Packet: Tulsi

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Pet Gazette Packet: The Happiest Puppy in Alexandria

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Pet Gazette Packet: Guinness

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Monday, August 5

AWLA: Anchors Aweigh

Sailing senior proves all cats don’t hate water.

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A Box Turtle in Alexandria

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Treatment of Chickens Ruffles Feathers in Alexandria

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Cats Roam Free at Non-Kill Shelter in Alexandria

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Taking Back Drugs in Alexandria

Part of city effort to curtail drug abuse.

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On His Way to Gotham City?

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Equus Coaching: A New Kind of Equine Therapy

Life coach Richard Griffin uses horses to help his clients become better communicators.

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Opinion: Commentary: Gun Safety: Critical First Step Toward Reducing Gun Violence

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Saturday, August 3

What’s In Store in Eisenhower Valley

Wegmans, Carlyle Crossing break ground.

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Appetite: 5 Dates to Circle in August

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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Much To Be Done Locally

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Crime Report: Alexandria

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Friday, August 2

Policing the River in Marine Patrol 1

Police boat plays many roles on local tidal waters.

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