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In the Kitchen in Alexandria

Meet Joseph Conrad at Oak Steakhouse

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Community Notes

Community Notes

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Fall Cankerworm Spraying Debated

Some residents believe spraying of fall cankerworm is unnecessary.

Later this month, the Fairfax County Forest Pest Management Branch is scheduled to spray 2,200 acres of the Mason, Lee and Mount Vernon districts with insecticide in order to rid these areas of fall cankerworms, commonly known as inchworms.

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Farewell to Founder of Alexandria’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Friends, family recall life of Pat Troy.

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Commentary: Justice for Juveniles

I often quote from papers written by the staff of the Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis; they provide the most fact-based, nonpartisan, clear analysis of key issues facing Virginians (http://www.thecommonwealthinstitute.org/).

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Taking a Chance on the Movies

Indy film trust looks to community for funding production of Virginia-based films.

Taking a Chance on the Movies

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Del. Hugo Addresses WFCCA

Speaks about taxes, schools and transportation issues.

Del. Hugo Addresses WFCCA

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Fresh Southwestern Fare at Moe's

Fresh Southwestern Fare at Moe's

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Northern Irish Discover America

Program allows young people from Northern Ireland to work in the United States for up to three years.

Northern Irish Discover America

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Year in Jail for Sweetwater 'Robbery'

Year in Jail for Sweetwater 'Robbery'

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Two Legislators, No Waiting

Devolites Davis and Petersen host town hall meeting.

Two Legislators, No Waiting

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Walking the Walk?

Berliner, parents discuss pedestrian safety for local students.

Walking the Walk?

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Design with Children in Mind

BOWA Builders share tips for design that works for the whole family.

Whether it’s a closet, the kitchen or a study area, there are numerous ways to incorporate child-friendly design into any space, and children today are becoming more and more involved in the process. Even if the child is toddler-aged, simple tasks, such as picking colors, themes or bedding, can help them feel that they are part of the process.

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‘As Long As I’m Able to Run …’

Telford preps for Marine Corps Marathon and ‘Over the Edge.’

BethAnn Telford has a brain tumor, but it doesn’t have her. Through the pain, the medication, the bad days and the setbacks, she not only keeps on going, she rises above it all and shines.

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Kitchen Organization for the New Year

Local organizers, designers and culinary experts offer smart tips for making space and clearing clutter.

If organizing an unruly kitchen, one where there never seems to be enough space for storage containers and pots and pans, is on your list of resolutions this year, the project might be less daunting than you think. From creating a system for grouping spices to keeping plates in easy reach, local experts share secrets for a well-maintained kitchen. Hang pots and pans inside pantry doors, says Sallie Kjos of GreyHunt Interiors in Chantilly. "It organizes them, but decoratively can look effective."

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James Dillard, State Delegate, District 41

James Dillard, State Delegate, District 41

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School Notes

School Notes

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General Plan Tightens School's Land Search

Revisions limit development of playing fields in floodplains.

General Plan Tightens School's Land Search

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FERC's Authority to Restart Mirant Challenged

Who has what authority enters Mirant dispute.

FERC's Authority to Restart Mirant Challenged