Alexandria: Convergence Hosts Naku Penda Fundraiser
Empowerment
Last Saturday, many Alexandrians, and visitors to the area showed up for the girls of Alexandria in need. In one evening, we raised enough money to ensure that 10 girls in need would be able to participate in STEAM activities this summer.
Letter: Reading Begins At Home
To the Editor
As a current teacher, I observe children who develop literacy skills at home achieve in school.
Alexandria: SSA Bids Farewell to Retiring Board Members
At its annual luncheon.
Senior Services of Alexandria held its 2016 Annual Meeting at Goodwin House Alexandria June 22, recognizing past and current board members and welcoming new ones to the organization.
Three Generations of Fairfax High School Grads
When Claire Higginbotham graduated June 15 from Fairfax High, she became the third generation in her family to graduate from that school.
Alexandria: Police Chief Earl Cook To Retire in October
Earl Cook to step down Oct. 1.
After a 37-year career in law enforcement, Alexandria Police Chief Earl Cook has announced his retirement from the force effective Oct. 1.
Alexandria: Brunch Raises Funds For Surgical Services
The Board of Lady Managers held its annual Spring brunch June 12 at the Union Street Public House Restaurant.
The Lamb Center Celebrates Its New Fairfax Home
It took hard work, hope, planning, fundraising, faith and dedication; but at long last, the Lamb Center is in its new home.
Burke Presbyterian Hosts Ramadan Dinner
Burke Presbyterian Church hosted members of the Ezher Bloom Mosque for a Ramadan fast-breaking meal at sundown on Thursday, June 23.
Commentary: Police Push-back on Commission Recommendations
The Fairfax County Commission on Police Practices submitted its unanimous report to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors (BOS) over eight months ago.
Commentary: The Right to Bear Arms
The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution is one sentence long: “A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.”
Obituary: Bill Russo, of Great Falls, Dies
On Friday, June 24, 2016, William (Bill) F. Russo died suddenly at his home in Great Falls following a valiant fight with a brain tumor.
Pet Connection and Connection Families
The Pet Connection, a twice-yearly special edition, will publish on July 27, and photos and stories of your pets with you and your family should be submitted by July 17.
Connection Families and Pet Connection
The Pet Connection, a twice-yearly special edition, will publish on July 27, and photos and stories of your pets with you and your family should be submitted by July 17.
Connection Families, Pet Connection
The Pet Connection, a twice-yearly special edition, will publish on July 27, and photos and stories of your pets with you and your family should be submitted by July 17.
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