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Entertainment Brief: Refugees from Slavery: Contrabands in Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia

The National Park Service and the Office of Historic Alexandria will co-sponsor a program called Refugees from Slavery: Contrabands in Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012, at the Alexandria Black History Museum from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Alexandria/Mount Vernon Calendar: Oct. 31, 2012

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Chantilly Boys’ XC Wins First Concorde District Title

Westfield boys’, Chantilly, Centreville girls’ qualify for regionals.

The Chantilly boys' cross country team on Oct. 24 produced the best score in the 19-year history of the Concorde District championships.

Fighting for Public Housing Tenants

Dorothy Turner and Gwen Menefee-Smith have helped city progress from its early integration roots.

The two women, both public housing tenants themselves earlier in life, worked tirelessly to improve the quality of living for Alexandria low income and minority residents.

Yorktown’s Stewart, Brown Burn Mount Vernon

Running backs combine for more than 200 yards, 5 touchdowns.

The Yorktown football team improved to 9-0 with a 35-0 victory against Mount Vernon on Oct. 26.

Alexandria Bulletin Board: Oct. 31, 2012

Upcoming events

Lake Braddock Girls’, Boys’ XC Win District Titles

Bruins’ Chase, Tuck win individual championships.

The Lake Braddock cross country program had a big day at the Patriot District championships on Oct. 25.

W-L Girls’ XC Wins Third Consecutive District Title

Each of Generals’ seven harriers place in top 11.

The Washington-Lee girls' cross country team produced seven all-district runners.

Satire, Comedy and Beautiful Costumes

Paul VI Presents ‘Tom Jones.’

Featuring a cast and crew of about 65, Paul VI presents the comedy, “Tom Jones.”

Letter: Anything But Affordable

Letter: The Affordable Care Act is anything but affordable and will cause great harm to Americans if not repealed.

Viewpoints: "What issues are most important to you in this year’s election?"

“Three issues really are on the top of my mind. The security of the U.S. I am very concerned about the defense of the United States. Secondly, the economy. We’ve done nothing to bring us out of this depression. Third, unemployment. Twenty-seven million people out of work is unacceptable. I think it’s time we get a new horse-holder up front.”

Letter: Unnecessarily Negative

Letter: I was saddened by the cover of the last week's Connection for the partisan display of support for one political party over the other.

Letter: Vote ‘Yes’ to Protect Property

Letter: Why is there an amendment to the Virginia Constitution on the Nov. 6th ballot?

Oakton’s Klimkiewicz Repeats as Concorde XC Champ

Madison girls’ win Liberty District title.

For the second straight season, Oakton’s Allie Klimkiewicz held off Robinson’s Macey Schweikert to win the Concorde District girls’ cross country championship.

Fast, Funny and Physical

Reduced Shakespeare Company brings treats to Reston's CenterStage.

The Reduced Shakespeare Company will be making its annual visit to Reston's CenterStage to bring its "fast, funny and physical" theater.

Column: Elections 2012—The Best Money Can Buy?

Independent Progressive.

Nope! The vast majority certainly won’t get the best! Elections are awash in cash—incumbents and challengers selling “access” and big contributors buying influence.

‘Climb Every Mountain, Ford Every Stream’

‘Sound of Music’ at Lord of Life.

The Lord of Life Lutheran Church will be alive with “The Sound of Music” when its Lord of Life Players perform the classic show of the same name.

Waynewood Elementary School once again participated in the Fannie Mae Help the Homeless Walk on …

Alexandria Voters to Determine Direction of City Government

Growth, development, taxes and spending are the hot-button issues dividing candidates.

Are voters pleased with the recent direction of city government, which has dramatically increased the amount of density available to developers in recent years?

Redrawing the Elementary School Poverty Map in Arlington

Adding two new elementary schools could create opportunity for more diversity.

When Linley Mancilla was preparing to send her child to elementary school, she looked at the boundary map and examined the demographics. Then she considered her options. Ultimately, she decided against sending her child to the local neighborhood school, Carlin Springs Elementary.

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