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Commentary: Nonpartisan Redistricting Needed
At the core of our Democracy we find a central figure … the vote.
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New Backpacks for New School Year
Event designed to collect new, supply-filled backpacks for students in need.
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Alexandria Column: Finding Happiness on a Dare
Commentary–Rebuilding Together Alexandria
Originally from Raleigh, N.C., Rebecca* was in Alexandria visiting a friend in the ‘60s. While the two girls were out on the town one evening, her friend dared her to ask out a member of the band that was playing in the club. Rebecca accepted the dare. That band member became her husband and Alexandria became her new home.
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Artists Share Their Inspiration in McLean
McLean Project for the Arts exhibiting work of Eve Stockton and Kyujin Lee.
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‘White Elephant:’ Author to Speak at Potomac Library
A satirical debut novel “about a behemoth of a new house in a DC suburb like ours.”
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Former Alexandria Fire Chief Dies
Former Alexandria Fire Chief Dies
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Joy of the Season Shared At Herndon Police Station
Herndon Police host Cops & Kids outreach event.
"It is serving the community well … it is reinforcing the wholesome fabric of the town, and families are strengthened by this," said Herndon resident and Town Council member Charlie Waddel. He was referring to the Greater Herndon Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 64 Cops & Kids Program event held Saturday, Dec. 21.
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Letter: Irony of Park Petition
Letter to the Editor
Unfortunately some who volunteer to serve in the civic arena do so mainly to pursue their own personal agenda and impose it on the community at large.
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What Teens Worry About
Safe Community Coalition holds its 10th annual Middle School Forum on issues confronting today's youth.
What Teens Worry About
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What Teens Worry About
Safe Community Coalition holds its 10th annual Middle School Forum on issues confronting today's youth.
What Teens Worry About
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Connecting Moms with Jobs
New online service designed to help stay-at-home moms find work.
Connecting Moms with Jobs
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Editorial: Celebrate Earth Day
Get outside with your family, participate in group activities, or just walk in your favorite park.
Earth Day is April 22, observed April 19-27 and beyond. Fairfax County offers many useful and educational ways to enjoy the day. Don’t miss the chance to get outside, observe the developing spring weather, flora and fauna. Here are some of the opportunities:
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Community Notes
Community Notes

