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Memories and Musings
On Role Models: Nina Tisara Reflects on Inspiring Alexandria Women
Alexandria, VA – I was reminded of the importance of role models when I read an article highlighting the achievements…
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Mount Vernon Matters
Summer Palooza Returns to Mount Vernon with Music, Food, and Family Fun
Alexandria, VA – Families across the Mount Vernon area are invited to kick off the summer at the 2nd Annual…
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School News
West Potomac Senior Turns 911 Dispatch Training Into Emergency Response Career
Alexandria, VA – Lily, a West Potomac High School senior, is heading directly into the workforce with life-saving skills and…
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Z Green Pages
Earth-Grown vs Genetically Modified Produce: How to Understand the Difference
Alexandria, VA – In today’s supermarkets, produce often gleams with unnatural perfection—uniform size, vibrant colors, and flawless skins. Much of…
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Z Green Pages
Have You Heard of Paraquat? How to Reduce Exposure Through Food Choices
Alexandria, VA – Since the 1980s, paraquat, a toxic weedkiller sprayed on our food, has been banned in 70 other…
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Foodie Bites
Buc-ee’s Is Coming to Northern Virginia Near I-95
Alexandria, VA – Although not in Alexandria, locals are excited that Buc-ee’s is coming to Northern Virginia. Although not in…
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Veterans
Women Veterans Recognition Day: Honoring a Legacy of Service
Alexandria, VA – Athena. Freyja. Morrigan. Sekhmet. Durga. Bellona. Anat. Ianna. Oya. Kali. You may recognize a name or two.…
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Alexandria News
Historic Alexandria Foundation Celebrates Preservation Victories and the Power of Community Partnerships
Former White House Chief Florist Laura Dowling, HAF President Robert F. Weinhagen Jr., Executive Director Mary Sterling. Photo: Ashley Greer…
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Alexandria News
Unfinished Business: Alexandria’s Tim Dickson Completes a Degree Decades in the Making
A Long-Awaited Return to the Classroom Alexandria, VA — “It’s never too late to learn, and staying curious is an…
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Arts
Fundraiser Concert and Art Auction Showcase Three Works of Color Field Art by Barbara Januszkiewicz
On Saturday, May 30 at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center at the NOVA Alexandria Campus held…
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