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Civil War Series Part 20: Gettysburg, The True Turning Point
The Battle of Gettysburg[/caption] by Mary Wadland The Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania (July 1–July 3, 1863), was the largest battle…
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Cat in a Box – August 2013
“Here is my cat, Topi. She’ll curl up in any old cardboard box faster than she will do anything else!…
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Backyard History
By Meg Peters Elegant signs proclaiming that Parkfairfax is a historic district grace its major entrances. This sign stands at…
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How Will Your Child’s Face Look as They Get Older?
By Daniel F. Babiec, DMD, MAGD, FICOI Will your child have “buck” teeth? Will his lower chin “melt” into…
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The Art at Goodwin House
by Robert F. Murray (rfm) When I go to the gallery walls at Goodwin House, I see us artists as…
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City of Alexandria to Extend Old Town Pool Operating Season
The Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities will continue to operate the Old Town Pool, located at 1609 Cameron…
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Old Town Farmers’ Market Introduces Double Dollar Deal for SNAP/EBT Beneficiaries
As of the end of July, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) beneficiaries are now able to get more bang for…
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Local Author Pens Two New Books for Kids
Lynn B. Sauls, a long-time resident of Alexandria, recently published two new children’s books, Through Big Brown Eyes and Gabriel…
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Majestic Chef “Red” Overmiller Shaves Head for Charity
Chef “Red” Shannon Overmiller, beloved chef dynamo of The Majestic, along with 14 other Washington DC-based chefs and mixologists, including Eat…
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Host Families Wanted for Exchange Students
STS Foundation is looking for host families in Virginia who are willing to open their hearts and homes to a…
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