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Keeping the Spirit Alive in Alexandria

Sons honored in Alexandria Sportsman's Club scholarship drive.

Rick Moon enjoyed country music, boating and being on the water.

New Places to Eat on Route 1

Green Olive and Viet House to open in May.

New Places to Eat on Route 1

New Places to Eat on Route 1

Green Olive and Viet House to open in May.

New Places to Eat on Route 1

A Lesson in the Virginia Way

I have suggested on several occasions that candidates and their professional minions take oaths ”to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.” And do so in public. This would certainly test the “honesty and veracity” of them all.

Opinion: Commentary: A Time to Look Through Others’ Eyes in Reston and Herndon

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Advocating for Immigrant Protection

Fairfax for All Coalition demands more immigrant protection from County supervisors.

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Burke Resident in ‘Death Race’

Lance Sanson prepares for June’s Spartan Death Race in Pittsfield, Vt.

For those who find marathons too mundane and “century” bike rides just too casual, a new breed of extreme competitions is rapidly gaining popularity. With intimidating names like Tough Mudder, Warrior Dash and Rugged Maniac, these obstacle races offer unusual combinations of challenges that test the mental as well as physical dexterity of athletes. Atop them all—at least according to its own website and registered competitor Lance Sanson—is the Spartan Death Race, taking place this June in Pittsfield, Vt.

Ponies and Pearls

Lift Me Up! prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary with a fund-raising gala.

Ponies and Pearls

Ponies and Pearls

Lift Me Up! prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary with a fund-raising gala.

Ponies and Pearls

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President Comes to the Area

Obama rallies his supporters during the campaign stop at Centreville High.

Before President Barack Obama addressed the huge crowd inside Centreville High, Saturday afternoon, Jerry Foltz of Wellspring United Church of Christ gave the invocation.

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Getting in Shape at 60, 70 and 80

Starting where you are and staying consistent among suggestions from healthy and fit seniors.

Whether starting a fitness program after the age of 70 or restarting one after raising children and midlife career building, local seniors share inspiring stories of how achieving and maintaining fitness, health and wellness allows them to lead fulfilling, happy and active lives.

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Celebrating Adoption/Foster Care Program in Arlington

Yorktown High School choir adds to the festivities.

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Combat Reporting Lands Local Resident Marine Corps Award

Jefferson Manor resident was embedded with Marines in Afghanistan.

Local resident gets USMC award

Training for the Worst

Health care workers prepare for disaster in region's first American Medical Association-certified course.

Training for the Worst

Alexandria: Mother Keeps Positive, Trusting Baby’s Medical Team

“It was so hard for me to not think of the worst case scenario.” –Loren DePina

Before Loren DePina of Alexandria gave birth to her preemie son Cameron last year, who arrived a terrifying and alarming 10 weeks early, she assumed that her experience potty-training her oldest son would go down as one of the most challenging times in her personal parenting history. Today, DePina laughs at how much stress she felt during the toilet training process.

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TC Boys’ Soccer Looking for Deep Run at Regionals

Last season, Titans lost in PK shootout to Mount Vernon.

The T.C. Williams boys' soccer team lost to eventual state champion Mount Vernon in last season's region quarterfinals.

More Accountability for Montgomery County Police Through Body Cameras

Council President Tom Hucker introduced legislation that would amend the existing internal affairs procedures and reporting requirements of the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD).

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Mount Vernon Restaurants are Adapting

Carry out and delivery continue.

Dining Restrictions

You Bring It, They'll Hang It

An upcoming art exhibit in Arlington is open to the public.

You Bring It, They'll Hang It