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Groundbreaking Held at Minnie Howard in Alexandria

New facility slated to open in 2024.

Minnie Howard Groundbreaking

New GW Parade Route in Alexandria

Parade to celebrate George Washington Masonic Memorial.

GW parade route

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Love Is in the Air in Alexandria

Couples share their secrets to success.

Couples and Valentines Day

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‘Every Day is Beautiful’

Families celebrate milestone birthdays.

“I have a beautiful family and could not ask for more.” — Norma Safren celebrating her 93rd birthday.

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‘Soar Like an Eagle’

Tuskegee Airmen author inspires students at Ferdinand Day.

Ferdinand day book

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Legendary Birchmere owner dies at 80.

Gary Oelze dies

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‘A Fight to End Slavery’ in Alexandria

Wreath laying honors Civil War Colored Troops.

Wreath laying

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Interfaith Alliance Honors Moline

Faith and Freedom Award recognizes work for religious freedoms.

“Jack’s fierce dedication to our Constitution and to the rights of all people have inspired so many of us who are committed to building a country where all belong.” — Interfaith Alliance CEO Rev. Paul Raushenbush

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Obituary: Ben Morris

Former sportswriter, restauranteur dies at 75.

“I think Ben Morris was one of the more important sportswriters we have had around here.” — Local historian Greg Paspatis

Spell Check

Navigating the ABC's of Alexandria.

The acronyms run from ACBA to WEBA and represent various business associations from the waterfront to the West End. Whether new to the city or a long-time resident, the following is a primer that explains the ABC's of Alexandria.

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Duncan Takes the Reins at ACHS

New Principal

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New Kid on the Block in Alexandria

IDA opens in Potomac Yard

New IDA opens

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Gloria Flanagan

SBDC assistant director dies at 70.

SBDC assistant director dies at 70.

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Titanic Celebration

ACHS Class of 2023 graduates.

ACHS Class of 2023 graduates.

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‘Mango’ Mike Named Grand Marshal

Anderson to lead St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

Parade marshall

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‘Legally Blonde Jr. the Musical’ in Alexandria

Aldersgate youth cast shines in award-winning musical.

Legally Blonde

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Hometown Heroes in Alexandria

Lyles brothers receive keys to the city.

Hometown Heroes

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Glory Days in Alexandria

ASC celebrates Old Oaken Bucket rivalry.

From George Washington High School’s opening in 1935 until 1968, Thanksgiving mornings were synonymous with the pinnacle matchup of Virginia high school football. Residents and visitors braved plummeting temperatures and postponed culinary preparations to attend the grand spectacle of talent and grit known as the Old Oaken Bucket rivalry between GW and Arlington’s Washington-Lee High School.