Living Legends of Alexandria
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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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Alexandria News
Frank Fannon, Living Legend of Alexandria, Announces Bid for City Council
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Frank Fannon — former Alexandria City Councilman and 2020 Living Legend of Alexandria honoree — has announced…
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Memories and Musings
Exploring the Shades of Gray: Meaning, History, and Photography Insights
Alexandria, VA – Gray vs. Grey? If you’re wondering, gray is more frequent in American English, and grey more common…
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Community News Alexandria Virginia
OBITUARY: McArthur Myers, 73, Tireless Advocate for Preserving Alexandria’s African American History
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Alexandria has lost one of its most passionate historians, advocates, and community stewards. McArthur Myers, whose life’s…
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Alexandria News
PHOTOS: Alexandria Honors Its 2025 Living Legends During an Evening of Inspiration
Alexandria, VA — The grand hall of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial was filled with applause, laughter, and heartfelt…
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Alexandria News
Don’t Miss It! Noah Lyles Returns Home to Be Honored as Alexandria’s Youngest Living Legend
ALEXANDRIA — Tickets are going fast for one of Alexandria’s most inspiring annual celebrations. Noah Lyles will make history as…
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Memories and Musings
Serenity Gallery & Del Ray Artisans: Creative Partnership Open House in Alexandria
Alexandria, VA – Serenity Gallery will host an Open House on Sunday, November 16, 4-7 p.m. The event is part…
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