Living Legends of Alexandria
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Memories and Musings
Paper Clip History: From Office Tool to Symbol of Resistance
Alexandria, VA – When I retired from Tisara Photography, a friend asked what I would do next. A mosaic on…
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Alexandria News
Nine Community Standouts Named 2026 Alexandria Living Legends
Living Legends of Alexandria has announced its 2026 class: nine neighbors whose service, leadership and lasting impact have helped shape…
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Memories and Musings
Community Newspaper Interns: Lessons From a Lifetime in Journalism
Alexandria, VA – Zebra publisher Mary Wadland (aka Ms. Miracle Mary) introduced us to three summer interns at the June…
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Memories and Musings
On Storytelling: From Fairy Tales to Cave Art and Human Memory
Alexandria, VA – When I was young, I loved to pretend. I listened to Let’s Pretend on the radio. From…
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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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Living Legend
Nominate Alexandria’s 2026 Living Legends Before May 31
Alexandria, VA – Do you know someone who has shaped Alexandria for the better? Do you know someone who has…
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Alexandria News
Alexandria Dedicates Street to Robert L. “Bob” Calhoun
ALEXANDRIA, VA — The City of Alexandria has rededicated Calhoun Avenue as Robert L. “Bob” Calhoun Avenue, honoring the legacy…
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Alexandria News
Do You Know a Living Legend? Alexandria Opens Nominations for One of the City’s Highest Honors
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Every city has people who quietly shape its future — the volunteers, mentors, advocates, and leaders whose…
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Memories and Musings
On Liminal Space and Shopping Centers: Dead Malls, Memory, and Changing Times
Alexandria, VA – The first time I heard the words “liminal space,” they were read by our then minister, The…
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Living Legend
Adrienne Terrell Washington and the Fight to Preserve Fort Ward’s African American Legacy
By Char McCargo Bah Alexandria, VA – Adrienne Terrell Washington’s calling was clear from the moment she was born. Her…
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