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For Alexandria's Buzz Bakeshop, Fresh New Season

Maggie Austin takes helm as culinary director of newly renovated Buzz Bakeshop.

There’s a new buzz at Buzz these days.

Quiet Riot: ‘C’mon Feel the Noise’

County passes new noise ordinance, will revisit effectiveness in 18 months.

The Board of Supervisors is at peace with the county’s new Noise Ordinance.

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Letter: Appreciating Mayor Euille

Letter to the Editor

Now that the vitriolic Democratic mayoral campaign is over and the leader baton is soon to pass to another, it behooves us all to recognize the extraordinary contribution that Bill Euille has made to the City of Alexandria.

Letter: Superb Prosecution

Letter to the Editor

In support of family and friends, I sat through the Severance trial and came away with impressions that go beyond what has been reported.

Letter: New Mayor, Same Council

Letter to the Editor

It is amazing to me that the residents of Alexandria ousted Mayor Euille only to reelect the same City Council representatives.


Letter: From Vision To Reality

Letter to the Editor

Typically a school system must solely focus on dealing with the latest crisis or simply keeping everything running relatively smoothly.

Letter: Looking at Election Results

Letter to the Editor

On Friday, Nov. 6, the election results were certified and published by Wednesday, Nov. 11. A close look at the election details yields some interesting insights.

Letter: Expect More Cars

Letter to the Editor

The proponents of Potomac Yard are correct that a rapid transit hub is essential to attracting many Class A office tenants and helping to ensure a vibrant mix of uses at Potomac Yard.


Letter: Busing Inconsistency

Letter to the Editor

I am the grandmother and daycare of two children, enrolled at James K. Polk.

Alexandria Brief: Local Teams To Join in 5K

On Sunday, Nov. 22, more than 100 local students from 8 Alexandria schools will complete the Girls on the Run 5K presented by Innovation Health. The event is the culmination of a 10-week youth development program designed to help pre-adolescent girls gain important life skills.

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Alexandria People at Work: Knowing Customers and Beers

Will Bruder opens a tap at Rustico on Slater Lane. Beer slides down the side of the Pilsner glass. "This is very much a neighborhood beer bar," Bruder said. Eight bar stools are full at 4 p.m. on a Tuesday.


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Alexandria: Eisenhower’s Latest Battle

Transportation, development, and questions of authority precede approval of Eisenhower West Small Area Plan.

Eisenhower East is a experiencing a bit of a renaissance. The AMC Hoffman is one of the city’s most popular theaters and hosted the premier of “Mercy Street.”

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Lewis: Civil Rights Fight Not Over

Civil Rights icon addresses students for TC’s 50th anniversary.

In the middle of Civil Rights movement, young Americans turned towards civil rights leaders like John Lewis for leadership and advice.

Alexandria: New Faces on School Board Face Old Problems

Newcomers brace for coming budget and redistricting battles.

While incumbents held onto the City Council, the 2015 Alexandria election is bringing some new faces to the Alexandria School Board.


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Alexandria: St. Joseph Catholic Church Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary

The Rev. Michael Thompson had a problem. Sunday, Nov. 15, was the 100-year anniversary of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Alexandria.

Alexandria Home Sales: October, 2015

In October, 2015, 171 Alexandria homes sold between $2,100,000-$95,000.

Alexandria Home Sales: October, 2015

Editorial: Holidays Are About Giving

The holidays are about giving, and giving thanks. The holidays are about children and family. The holidays are about sharing, about joy.


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Alexandria/Mount Vernon Weekend Fun: Nov. 13-22

Events in Alexandria and Mount Vernon, Va.

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Alexandria/Arlington: Neighborhood Health Offers Health Care Safety Net

Community health center provides comprehensive primary care, dental care, and behavioral health services.

Dr. Basim Khan walks toward the door of the Casey Clinic of Neighborhood Health in Alexandria’s West End, stopping to greet two of his patients by name: “Hey, how is your foot?”