Anniversary and Grand Re-opening
Gold Works, at 1400 King St., is celebrating its 27th anniversary and grand re-opening.
The Ultimate Barber Opens at Potomac Yards
The man behind the shears is John Hall, 42; he has just opened The Ultimate Barber at 2712 Jefferson Davis Highway.
At Regional Playoff
TC finished the season 5-6 and made the playoffs for only the second time since 1990 under first-year coach James Longerbeam.
It’s a Wrap at 10th Annual Alexandria Film Festival
After hosting more than 40 films and as many filmmakers over a four-day weekend, in three locations, the Alexandria Film Festival closed out its 10th year on Sunday, Nov. 13.
Commentary: Tackling Sewage Issue Together
I write as a lifelong environmentalist and as the Mayor of Alexandria. All of us have a deep and abiding obligation to our land, water, and air. It is not a burden, but rather an honor.
Walk to Bust Cancer
Approximately 500 people participated in Walk to Bust Cancer’s inaugural event on Oct. 16 at Fort Hunt Park to benefit the National Breast Center Foundation.
Park Volunteer Wins State Award
Catherine Ledec, president of the Friends of Huntley Meadows Park (FOHMP) in Alexandria, has received this year’s Distinguished Volunteer Service Award from the Virginia Recreation and Park Society (VRPS).
Letter to the Editor: Don’t Compare Bikeshare to Mass Transit
In last week’s edition of this newspaper there was an article featuring Capital Bikeshare and it’s expansion issues. As part of this examination a lengthy comparison was made to public transportation and its financial dynamics, especially the role of public subsidies.
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Letter to the Editor: Fulfill CIP Proposal
Our Alexandria City Public Schools Superintendent, Dr. Alvin Crawley, should be commended and supported for his FY 2018-2027 Proposed Capital Improvement Program Budget (CIP) which proposes solutions to the continuing capacity crisis at all grades in our public schools.
Armed Commercial Robbery on North Kings Highway
Fairfax County Police responded to a report of a commercial armed robbery in the 5900 block of North Kings Highway on Monday, Nov. 14.
Alexandria Editorial: Holidays Are for Giving
Give thanks and share locally; tens of thousands of families around us are in need.
The holidays are about giving, and giving thanks.
Setting a holiday table
Local tastemakers offer suggestions for creating festive tablescape.
As Thanksgiving draws near, thoughts of table settings and holiday décor abound.
Guest-Ready Home for the Holidays
From organizing to decorating, a guide for getting a house ready for visitors.
Ready or not, the holidays are coming.
Decking the Halls, Stuffing Bellies
Local cooking schools offer crash courses in holiday dishes.
Ever since Bernadette Lott can remember, she’s had a sweet tooth as big as a sugar cane field.
Additional Factors Impede Efforts To Quit Smoking
Public encouraged to learn about challenges faced by smokers with mental illness who want to quit.
Despite her mental health challenges, Deneice Valentine quit smoking in part by learning to meditate.
Unofficial Election Results as of Monday, Nov. 14
Source: http://results.elections.virginia.gov/
Unofficial Election Results as of Monday, Nov. 14
Alexandria Restaurants to Warm Up When Weather Turns Cold
Here are three restaurants that are sure to get the chill out.