Editorial: In Wake of Sandy, Still Plan to Vote
Variety of choices in political landscape.
Hurricane Sandy means that the week preceding the election will not be what we were expecting. This editorial is being written Sunday night, Oct. 28, as forecasters predict five inches of rain and 65-mile-per-hour winds over the next two days. With some predicting that power could take a week or more to restore, we have to worry about the likely condition of the Eastern seaboard will be on Election Day, Nov. 6. Absentee voting in person had been cancelled for Monday, and most government offices were closed in anticipation of the storm. What will this mean for voter turnout, for access to voting places on Election Day?
Week in Alexandria
October Surprise Virginia election officials are asking the attorney general's office to investigate the son of U.S. Rep. Jim Moran (D-8) discussing a plan to cast fraudulent ballots and the person who made the recording of the incident.
Sandy Leaves Clean-up Behind
The hybrid hurricane and nor’easter known as Sandy smashed into Alexandria Monday night, packing wind gusts of up to 60 miles an hour.
“Flourishing After 55”
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Ghoulish Halloween Cooking
Spooktacular ideas for making halloween treats with children.
Looking to add a bit of sugary fright to Halloween? From swamp juice and mummy pizza to haunted gingerbread houses and spider cupcakes, local culinary experts say ideas for frightful treats abound.
Voices From the Past
‘Cantorial’ debuts at LTA.
“Cantorial” is playing now through Nov. 17 at The Little Theatre of Alexandria, 600 Wolfe St., Alexandria. For tickets or more information, call 703-683-0496 or visit www.thelittletheatre.com.
Arlington Orange Line: Oct. 31, 2012
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Arlington Calendar: Oct. 31, 2012
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Arlington Bulletin Board: Oct. 31, 2012
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Arlington Military Notes: Oct. 31, 2012
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'Unsung Hero'
McLean School's Denise Duffy receives grant.
The McLean School’s Denise Duffy signed up for an ASL class her senior year in college. The communications major took the class — and “just knew.” After graduating, she enrolled in a master’s program at Gallaudet University and worked as an educational interpreter.
St. Andrew’s Praised for Innovative Educational Approach
National education writer and researcher highlight school’s Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning.
Author, researcher and education blogger Grant Lichtman visited St. Andrew's Episcopal School’s Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning (CTTL) earlier this month as part of a national tour of schools in search of cutting-edge approaches to education.
Local Pastor Celebrates 61 Years in the Ministry
Potomac Presbyterian Church honors its Parish Advisor Emeritus.
Earlier this month, Potomac Presbyterian Church in Potomac, celebrated Miles’ 61 years in the ministry. Miles marked the occasion by giving a sermon titled, “Finding the Elusive Life.”
Joining Celebrity Chefs At Metro Cooking Show
She created sauces using late husband’s recipe to raise money for Lou Gehrig’s Disease research.
Connie Griffith, president and chief executive officer of Gator Ron's Zesty Sauces & Mixes, will showcase the products created by her husband Ron.
Letter: Send Message To School Board
Send a message to the Montgomery County Board of Education: Stop wasting taxpayer’s money and work in the public interest, not special interests.
Letter: Unsolicited Advice
Here’s my unsolicited advice for this election — first the local ballot questions, then the local candidates.
A Haunting for All
The Clara Barton Community Center hosted its sixth annual Haunted House on Sunday, Oct. 28.
Brief: ‘Night At The Palace II’
The National Chamber Ensemble opens its sixth season with "Night at the Palace II" on Saturday Nov. 3, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. at the Rosslyn Spectrum Theatre at Artisphere in Arlington.
Harvest of Hope Honorees
The Third Annual Harvest for Hope event was held Saturday, Oct. 20 at the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association conference center.
Take Time, Slow Down and Smell the Leaves
There’s no better time than autumn to get outside and smell the leaves. Slow down, take a moment, and renew your connection with the natural world.