Stories for February 2020

Stories for February 2020

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Saturday, February 29

Little Theatre of Alexandria Stages “Moonlight and Magnolias”

A comic, behind-the-scenes look at the making of ‘Gone With the Wind’

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Opinion: Commentary: Follow the Money

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Wednesday, February 26

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Mapmaking Politics

Legislative Black Caucus leads effort to undermine redistricting amendment.

Virginia has a horrible history with racial gerrymandering. It started with the ratification of the Constitution, an effort led by Virginians who wanted to count slaves as three-fifths of a person so representation in the south wouldn’t suffer because so many of its inhabitants were non-voting enslaved people. It continued all the way to 2011, when the Republican leaders engaged in a scheme of packing black voters into House districts to dilute their influence elsewhere, a plan the United States Supreme Court later determined was unconstitutional. Now members of the Legislative Black Caucus are worried a proposed amendment might enshrine racial gerrymandering into the Virginia Constitution.

Protecting Virginia Youth from Human Trafficking

General Assembly passes bills to combat human trafficking of minors.

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Black History for a New Generation

Lessons on the contributions of African Americans not limited to February.

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Tuesday, February 25

Opinion: Commentary: Climate Change at Our Doorstep

How Virginia is taking the high road.

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Opinion: Commentary: We Both Deserve $15. Why Don’t Our Virginia Senators Think So?

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Monday, February 24

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End of an Era in Alexandria

Judge Moore steps down after 22 years.

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Heart of Del Ray Award

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Honorary Promotion in Alexandria

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Sunday, February 23

Saturday, February 22

Opinion: Commentary: Equal Rights For Women

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Friday, February 21

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Why a Regional Wage in Virginia?

Effort to raise minimum wage hits snag on Senate floor, leading to regional approach.

It’s shortly after 7 p.m. on a Tuesday night, and state Sen. Scott Surovell (D-36) is working the Senate chamber to save the minimum wage increase. This particular Tuesday isn’t just any day of the week. It’s the final deadline for Senate bills to cross over to the House, so the pressure is building as the clock winds down. Senators are tired and cranky, and they will be working past midnight.

Wednesday, February 19

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Change May be in Store for Belle View Shopping Center

Plans being discussed for mixed use and a modern look.

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General Assembly Snuffs Marijuana Legalization Hopes for Now in Virginia

General Assembly advances marijuana decriminalization by Herring and Ebbin.

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Over 1,000 Democrat-Backed Bills Pass by Crossover in Virginia

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Bloomberg Finds Support and Opposition in Virginia

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Opinion: Commentary: Arriving at Crossover with Many Bills Moving in Virginia

Driver privilege, minimum wage, class action lawsuits, marijuana decriminalization...

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Tuesday, February 18

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Healing Journey Up Mount Kilimanjaro

Son’s life was honored by family group on a momentous journey to the top.

Up Mount Kilimanjaro

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Traditional-Style Makeover Satisfies

A second act for family home.

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Monday, February 17

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Love Is in the Air

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Saturday, February 15

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‘The Capital of Basketball’

ASC to host Chamblee, Elfin on Feb. 19.

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Friday, February 14

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Dieting Sisters in Virginia

From road diets to balancing the books, Alexandria and Norton compare notes.

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Thursday, February 13

Wednesday, February 12

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Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Home

There’s still time to give the gift of style

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A Kitchen Reimagined

New design creates light, airy space.

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Opinion: Commentary: Realizing Dreams and Filling Jobs in Virginia

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Opinion: Commentary: The Virginia Legislature Is Addressing Many Concerns

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Monday, February 10

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‘The American Dream’ in Alexandria

Citizenship now a reality for 170 immigrants.

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The Seasons of Change

Robin Edwards assists with life’s difficult decisions.

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Hometown Heroes of Alexandria

POWs McDaniel, Shumaker to highlight GW Parade Day.

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Heart of Del Ray

Voting opens in 2020 neighborhood contest.

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‘The Soaring ’20s’ in Alexandria

Millard to lead Chamber in 2020.

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Alexandrians Have a Heart

12th annual food drive to be held Feb. 15.

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Sunday, February 9

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The Other Alexandria: Clifton D. Wanzer: The View from the Air Traffic Controllers’ Tower

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Saturday, February 8

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Ghost of Harry Byrd Haunts Virginia Assembly

Effort to remove statue prompts soul-searching at the Capitol.

The statue of Harry Byrd stands in a prominent spot in Capitol Square, watching lawmakers as they scurry from their offices to committee meetings and closed-door caucus meetings. It was erected in 1976, a time when memories of the segregationist governor and U.S. senator were still fresh among the Democratic majority. Now times have changed, and many people would like to see it removed and tucked away in a museum with a note explaining his plan to close public schools rather than integrate them.

Wednesday, February 5

Northern Virginia Regional MATHCOUNTS Winners Announced

State Competition to be held in Richmond on Saturday, March 14, 2020.

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Focus on Social Justice at First Baptist Church of Vienna

Church hosts its fourth annual Justice and Legislative Sunday.

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Tuesday, February 4

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Preventing the Flu

Simple steps to help you stay healthy during the flu season.

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Monday, February 3