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City Attorney Snow Retires

Snow served 33 years in CAO.

Assistant City Attorney Karen Snow was celebrated at a retirement reception in her honor following 33 years with the City Attorney’s Office Jan. 29 at Jula’s in Canal Center Plaza.

Tax Rate Stays the Same in FY 2026 Proposed Budget

On Tuesday, Feb. 25, City Manager James Parajon presented the proposed operating and capital budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 to the Alexandria City Council.

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Community Eye Clinic

Exams, screenings help promote eye health.

More than 100 people turned out for the Community Eye Clinic held Feb. 1 at the Charles Houston Recreation Center.


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Food for Neighbors Drive at North County Government Center

Ensuring local middle and high school students don’t go hungry

Ensuring local middle and high school students don’t go hungry

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‘Make No Mistake – Black History Is America’s History’

FCPS holds special event at Woodson High School.

FCPS holds special event at Woodson High School.


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GMU Professor Warns of Censorship.

‘Your Power Is In Curiosity, So Be Fearlessly Inquisitive’

‘Your Power Is In Curiosity, So Be Fearlessly Inquisitive’

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Board of Supervisors, School Board Joint Meeting

Given project revenue increases, FCPS reports a negative $149.62 million available balance for meeting FY 2026 requirements.

$149.62 million

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Two Woodson Students Share Their Thoughts

Taking pride in one’s heritage to create a better future.

Taking pride in one’s heritage to create a better future.


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Fairfax City’s Proposed FY 26 Budget Unveiled

Recommends a 9.5-cent, residential real-estate tax hike.

Recommends a 9.5-cent, residential real-estate tax hike.

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Comstock Fails to Transfer Property Back to Herndon

Town files termination declaration in Fairfax County Circuit Court

Town files termination declaration in Fairfax County Circuit Court

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SYN, a Rooftop Bar and Lounge, Opens in Expanded Reston Town Center

SYN, a Rooftop Bar and Lounge, Opens in Expanded Reston Town Center


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Dominion Energy Clear-Cuts Four Miles Along W&OD Trail

Officials react as Dominion rejects long standing agreements.

Dominion

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Government Layoffs Hit Hard

Contractors face layoffs too.

Contractors face layoffs too.

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Arlington Calendar

Arlington Calendar


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Fair Unemployment Benefits Strengthen Our Communities

As the session passed its halfway point, 22 of my bills have passed the Senate (including 16 with bipartisan support) and are being considered by the House of Delegates.

Community News at a Glance: The 2025 Chief vs. Chief Adoption Bowl

Four days of free adoptions for dogs 45 pounds or more.

Community News at a Glance


Supervisors React to Budget Prospects

Some comments were lightly edited for clarity.

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50 Years of Sweetness

Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe milestone in Arlington.

Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe customers crowd in front of pastry cases, stand in the free cupcake line and wait for a chance to offer Wolfgang and Carla Büchler congratulations for 50 years as a business in Arlington.