Alexandria Gazette Packet

Things To Do in Alexandria

Ways to be active in welcoming spring season.

As residents prepare to move on to warm weather, blossoming buds and outdoor fun, a number of events and activities can help make this season fun and festive, whether history buff, arts enthusiast, active volunteer or someone who likes to try new hobbies.

Alexandria Bulletin Board March 27

Information for events taking place in Alexandria.

Obituary: Charlotte S. Drummond

Charlotte Susan Sauer Drummond died on March 8, 2013 in The Villages, Fla. She was 68.

‘Dance Around Alexandria’

Choreographers Collaborative Project held a spring concert “Dance Around Alexandria” in the auditorium at T.C. Williams High School on Saturday, March 16. The concert was inspired by public art pieces and public locations in Alexandria.

Cloud Hangs Over Troubled Alexandria School As Governor Considers Takeover

Future of Jefferson-Houston is in doubt, even as state and local leaders strike new agreement.

Even as central administrators in Alexandria have finally entered into a memorandum of understanding with state leaders to turn around a troubled school, Republican Gov. Bob McDonnell is considering legislation that would seize control from local leaders.

Alexandria Home Sales: February, 2013

In February 2013, 142 Alexandria homes sold between $1,900,000-$90,000.

Alexandria Home Sales: February, 2013

Order in the Court

Ronald Lawhorne promoted in surprise ceremony.

For many , it was long overdue. But in a humor-filled ceremony inside the courtroom of Chief Judge Becky Moore, Deputy Ronald Lawhorne was sworn in March 5 as a lieutenant in the Alexandria Sheriff's Department by his younger brother Sheriff Dana Lawhorne.

TC Boys’ Soccer Beats South Lakes

Titans off to 2-0 start, have not allowed a goal.

The Titans will face Mount Vernon on Thursday.

Alexandria and Mount Vernon Calendar March 21

Entertainment calendar for the Alexandria and Mount Vernon areas.

In the Line of Duty

Remembering slain officer Charles Hill.

As thousands of supporters poured into Virtue Feed and Grain restaurant March 10 for a fundraiser for Alexandria Police Officer Peter Laboy, one attendee quietly slipped away to pay a visit to an often-overlooked corner of a park that sits just steps away.

Youth Basketball League Championships

The Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities held the Youth Basketball League Championship Games on Saturday, March 9 at T.C. Williams High School.

How To Keep Children Safe

The Center for Alexandria’s Children in partnership with the Department of Community and Human Services, the Alexandria Police Department and the Alexandria Sheriff’s Office, will mark National Child Abuse Prevention month by launching a three-prong approach to ensuring the safety of Alexandria’s children...

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