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An Electrifying Event: Behind the Wheel of a Self-driving Car
Alexandria, VA — I didn’t want to like the Tesla. Ten years ago, I’d have loved one, had I been…
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King and Union Corner Anticipates New Use of Old Starbucks
Alexandria, VA — While the appetizing aroma of freshly brewed coffee is missing from the historic retail building housing the…
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34 Alexandria Children Still Waiting for a Tutor — Can You Help?
Thirty-four young readers in Alexandria are still waiting for volunteer tutors. The Alexandria Tutoring Consortium provides training, materials, and support…
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Mount Vernon Stays Open During Shutdown: Wine Festival, Harvest Days, Trick-or-Treating and More
MOUNT VERNON, VA — While the federal government remains shut down, the privately funded estate of America’s first president remains…
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LOCATED: Alexandria Police Located Missing 62-Year-Old Man
The Alexandria Police Department is urgently seeking help in locating Fecre Desta, 62, last seen at the Pentagon Bus Terminal…
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What To Do in Alexandria During the Federal Government Shutdown Including Free Stuff
With the federal government shutdown in effect, Alexandria is wide open for visitors and residents. Claim free attraction passes, visit…
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Alexandria Film Festival Goes Big this Fall
The 19th Annual Alexandria Film Festival takes place Nov. 2–9, 2025, at Patagonia Old Town, Beatley Library, The Lyceum, and…
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Taste for Giving Returns Nov. 7: A Night of Flavor and Philanthropy in Alexandria
The Alexandria Rotary Foundation’s 18th Annual Taste for Giving returns Nov. 7, 2025, at the Atrium in Old Town. Guests…
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Alexandria Debuts First-Ever ‘State of Arts ALX’
Alexandria, VA — Alexandria’s arts scene is stepping into the spotlight with the launch of the inaugural State of Arts…
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Poisons, Potions, and Outlander Secrets Await at the Alexandria Apothecary
The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum brews up October specialty tours—poisons and potions, Outlander herbal lore, and a new “Disease and the…
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