Flying Squirrels, Our Nocturnal Neighbors
Around dusk or dawn, high up in the tree canopy, keen observers might spot a scurry.
Little Theatre of Alexandria Presents ‘The Revolutionists’
Show runs in-person from Feb. 27 to March 20, 2021
The Little Theatre of Alexandria is presenting a live, in-person showing of “The Revolutionists,” written by Lauren Gunderson, from Feb. 27 to March 20, 2021.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Taylor Run and Vietnam Analogies
To while away the hours hibernating during Covid-19, my wife and I have watched Ken Burns’ award winning documentary “Vietnam.”
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Missing: Conservative Voice in Black Community
As a black female the question I am often asked is, “When did you know you were a Republican”?
Alexandria Sheriff’s Office Remembers Seniors on Valentine’s Day
The Sheriff’s Office teamed up with Senior Services of Alexandria to deliver special Valentine’s Day goodie bags to those receiving Meals on Wheels.
Two Dead Bald Eagles Found in Mount Vernon
Several Mount Vernon area residents happened upon two dead bald eagles in the grass near a utility pole in the 7600 block of Elba Road on Feb. 17.
Cats Pliny and Humboldt
Pliny and Humboldt perch in their cat condo in Alexandria while keeping a close eye on the Roomba making its way across the room. (No exceptions to building height limits were required for this condo.)
Departmental Progressive Club Food Drive
Donations collected for Alive!, ARHA
Members of the Departmental Progressive Club held a food and gift card drive Feb. 20 to collect non-perishable items for local families.
Alexandria Police Department K-9 Czekaj Dies; Served from 2012-2019
Retired Alexandria Police Department K-9 Czekaj has died.
Alexandria Council Approves the Heritage Project
Vote is unanimous on Old Town development.
The controversial Heritage at Old Town development project will move forward following unanimous approval by the Alexandria City Council at its Feb. 20 public hearing.
‘Fear Free’ Approach Helps Reduce Shelter Animals’ Stress in Alexandria
Toffee, a six-year-old tricolored Chihuahua/rat terrier mix, cowered in the very back of a crate in her kennel at the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA).
Pawsitive Partners in Arlandria
Volunteers care for feral cat colony
Ever since Devon Cain was a young girl, she has loved cats.
Ivan Raiklin Speaks to Local Republican Women
The Commonwealth Republican Women’s Club (CRWC) hosted Ivan Raiklin as its guest speaker in February.
‘This Gives Me the Opportunity to Follow My Dreams’
ITServe Alliance donates new laptops to Britepaths.
Valentine’s Day was Feb. 14, but a sweet treat came a few days earlier for Fairfax-based nonprofit Britepaths.
Appetite: 4 Black-Owned Alexandria Eateries to Add to Your Feast
Let’s get one thing out of the way up front: There are many, many more Black-owned restaurants, cafes and eateries in and around Alexandria than this humble column can contain.
Fairfax Teen Is Killed; Death Ruled a Homicide
Fairfax County police are investigating last week’s murder of a local teen.
New Series Highlighting Fairfax City Businesses
Fairfax City’s Economic Development Office last week launched a photo and interview series, “Faces of Fairfax City,” to spotlight the City’s business community.
Pet Connection: A Story About Toby & Molly
We moved to the USA from Europe in 2017 at which point dad promised me a dog once we got settled in our new home in the USA.
Centreville Wildcats Win State Championship
One year after being named co-champions with South County High School, the Centreville Wildcats took the Virginia Class 6 Boys State Championship at Centreville High School on Feb. 20.