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Letter: Decision Now Rests with Council

Letter to the Editor

If there was ever an occasion to disband a City Commission and reappoint a new one, it occurred last Thursday, after the Planning Commission’s consideration of the Robinson Terminal South development.

Letter: A Positive Campaign

Letter to the Editor

I believe that electing Allison Silberberg as the next mayor of Alexandria is the most reasonable, respectful, and logical choice that an intelligent and informed voter can make. We get the government that we deserve.

Letter: No Longer 2006

Letter to the Editor

We’re not in 2006 anymore.

Letter: Go to the Theatre

Letter to the Editor

I recently performed at Bishop Ireton High School in the musical, "The Drowsy Chaperone."

Letter: No Reason To Change

Letter to the Editor

What an interesting election our local race is shaping up to be.

Letter: City Hall Not for Sale

Letter to the Editor

There is no plan to sell, privatize, redevelop or otherwise dispose of Alexandria’s City Hall.

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Alexandria: Emma's Espresso & Wine Bar Opens

The aroma of freshly brewed coffee drifted through the breeze outside of the newly opened Emma’s Espresso & Wine Bar on Saturday morning, April 11.

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Intergenerational Volunteering in Alexandria

The community room at the Annie B. Rose House was a buzz of activity as students from Burgundy Farm Country Day School joined senior residents to assemble emergency go-kits in January.

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Alexandria: Philanthropy Summit to Honor Local Leaders

U.S. Rep. Don Beyer (D-8), for decades known for his charitable works throughout the region, will keynote the 17th annual Business Philanthropy Summit honoring Alexandria’s top leaders for their service to the community. Sponsored by Volunteer Alexandria, the event will be held May 6 at the First Baptist Church of Alexandria.

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Alexandria: Annual Spring Clean-Up is on April 18

The city's annual Spring Clean-Up program will begin Saturday, April 18.

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TranZitionMe Health & Fitness Opens in Alexandria

The yoga studio at TranZitionMe Health & Fitness held its grand opening on Sunday, April 12 at 2815 Duke St.

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Column: A Rebuilding Block Party

Commentary

Spring is here so it’s time to start having some block parties. That’s what we plan on doing during National Rebuilding Day on April 25 when 10,000 volunteers nationwide will be sprucing up homes and communities.

Mentor of the Month: Jacqueline Walker

Jacqueline “Jacque” Walker and Danny participate in the Wright to Read mentoring program. Here are their views on mentoring:

History Lesson: Four Alexandrians Died in Pursuit of John Wilkes Booth

April 1865 was one of the most eventful months in the history of our nation.

Column: Seeking Economic Equality for Women

Commentary

I have been surrounded by strong women all of my life. My grandmother was a suffragette, economics professor, labor leader, and advocate for most of her 98 years.

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