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Robinson Student Stars in Children’s Show

The Alliance Theatre presents “The Little Mermaid Jr.”

Ariel, Prince Eric, Flounder, Sebastian the crab and all the other characters from the popular story and movie are in The Alliance Theatre’s production of “The Little Mermaid Jr.” And a Robinson Secondary student has one of the starring roles. Performances are Nov. 9-24 (see box for details) at Mountain View High School, 5775 Spindle Court (behind Glory Days Grill) in Centreville. The musical features 10 adults and 35 students in grades three through 12, and Director Maggie Swan says they’re all really talented.

Benny is Back!

Arriving soon for your entertainment.

Jack Benny was a classic comedian of stage, screen, radio and television. He spanned decades and generations. He is even considered a forerunner of what is now called situation comedy. Some suggest that the comic styles of Jerry Seinfeld and Kelsey Grammar ("Frasier") have Benny-like qualities. Soon there will be a golden opportunity to see him again. Well, not "the" Jack Benny, but award-winning actor Tim Newell in a one-man performance of "Mister Benny" at the Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia in a production for all audiences, non-members and members alike.

Second Chances

Helping ex-offenders who have no place to turn.

Consider these facts: One in 31 Americans is in prison or jail or on probation or parole. Some 2,000 citizens have managed to find jobs in northern Virginia and this is a low seven percent increase over last year.

Second Chances

The right thing to do.

Consider these facts: One in 31 Americans is in prison or jail or on probation or parole. Some 2,000 citizens have managed to find jobs in northern Virginia and this is a low seven percent increase over last year.

Cappies Review: ‘Solid, Time-Tested Piece of Theatre’

Two gamblers, a night club performer with a perpetual cold, and a Christian mission leader longing for the perfect love walk into a … no this isn't the setup for a bad joke. While the plot of Frank Loesser's “Guys and Dolls” may seem a little bizarre at first, the show has remained a treasure of the American theatre since it first opened in 1950. Mount Vernon High School sought to remind us all why this show is so loved, and they were quite successful.

McLean Residents Air Concerns to Legislators

Town Hall meeting held in McLean Community Center.

Six local state legislators listened to the concerns of a room full of people last Saturday. Several delegates and state senators took part in a Town Hall meeting on Jan. 17 at the McLean Community Center to talk about some of their bills and find out what issues their constituents thought were important.

Great Fall Library Promotes Reading Adventure

Once the set number of books is read, the children and teens are given a coupon book as the prize.

The Fairfax County Summer Reading Adventure has kicked off again this year and the Great Falls public library is joining in to give children the chance to turn summer reading into fun prizes.

Toy Castle to Close in Potomac

Popular toy store closes after 40-plus years.

Another kingdom has fallen because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Opinion: Commentary: Be Part of the Solution

Recycle wisely; help in upcoming cleanups.

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One-Month Sentence for Grand Larceny

Man stole items from Christian bookstore.

One-Month Sentence for Grand Larceny

County Split on Hospital

Scores of residents turn out at a public hearing on Broadlands Regional Medical Center; crowd includes employees and consultants on both sides.

County Split on Hospital

Community Notes

Council Splits Property Tax Rate

Personal property tax increased.

Council Splits Property Tax Rate

Our Neighbor’s Child Helps Local Families

Volunteers, gifts needed to brighten holidays for so many.

Our Neighbor's Child

Stay Out of the Cold

Alexandria has a variety of programs to keep people safe and warm this winter.