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Firefighters and Friends Continue with Compassion

Firefighters and Friends, a group started by now-retired Deputy Fire Chief Willie Bailey 26 years ago, gathered at Penn Daw Fire Station on Monday, Aug. 13 to make sure students along Richmond Highway would have the supplies they need to go back to school, even if their families couldn’t afford to get them.

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Butterflies May Be in Trouble

This summer’s heat and drought have not only taken a toll on humans, they may also be affecting the butterfly population.

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Belvoir Looking to Expand the Camping Facilities on Base

New ‘Travel Camp’ going through steps for approval.

New ‘Travel Camp’ going through steps for approval.

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Smiles all Around at the Mount Vernon Pet Event

Smiles all Around at the Mount Vernon Pet Event

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Fort Hunt as WWII POW Camp Captures Alexandria’s Interest

This story by Christopher Ulrich appeared in August, 1985

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Drought Watch

Drought Watch

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Fairfax County's Thriving Business Scene

New openings and community impact.

Fairfax County has seen a wave of new businesses opening their doors in recent months, each bringing unique offerings and vibrant energy to the community.

United Community Needs 75 Gift Cards

The start of the new school year is just around the corner with Fairfax County Public Schools beginning on Aug. 19.

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‘The Lost Weekend’

Local gallery hosts Lennon exhibit.

Members of the Alexandria Rotary Club were special guests July 19 at the Nepenthe Gallery for an exhibit by photographer May Pang, who showcased her candid photographs of John Lennon.

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Local Audubon Chapter Drops ‘Audubon’ from Name

Now the Northern Virginia Bird Alliance, still a chapter of the National Audubon Society.

Local Audubon Chapter Drops ‘Audubon’ from Name

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LTA opens 90th anniversary season with award-winning musical 'Memphis'

LTA opens 90th anniversary season with award-winning musical.

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The Mount Vernon District Has Got Your Back (to School)

First day of school is Aug. 19

First day of school is Aug. 19

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Make Streets Safer for All

The Northern Virginia Families for Safe Streets group is on the lookout for traffic mishaps and close calls.

Safe Streets

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Low-flow Level on Potomac River Kicks off Monitoring.

Low-flow Level on Potomac River Kicks off Monitoring.

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May Pang to Appear with Her Photos of John Lennon

May Pang to Appear with Her Photos of John Lennon