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Alexandrians vs. British Raiders – June 1814
At 5:30 on the evening of Tuesday, June 21, 1814, a number of Alexandria cavalrymen were sitting on their horses on a hill overlooking the village of Benedict, Md. on the Patuxent River, about 40 miles southeast of Washington. Below them, they could see several British barges and ships anchored in the river near the village.
Paul VI Presents 'The Addams Family'
A continuation of the popular, 1960s TV show, “The Addams Family” will take the stage at Paul VI High. A musical comedy, it features a cast and crew of 75 and promises to be rollicking, good fun.
Sixteen-year-old South County Student Battles Brain Cancer, Wins $1,000
While spending a month in Philadelphia, Catherine and Serena Lommasson of Lorton found the best cheesesteak in town. Beck’s Cajun Cafe, a vendor in the train station won their favor with andouille sausage added to the iconic sandwich.
Arlington History for Sale
Community reacts to County Board’s vote to allow Reevesland Farmhouse to be sold.
In a way, Joan Horwitt, head of the Reevesland Learning Center, is getting what she hoped for. Fourteen years after purchasing the Reevesland property and allowing it to fall into disrepair, the County Board is taking action. But instead of dedicating $2.5 million in necessary renovations to the farmhouse to turn it into a public space, Horwitt was surprised on May 18. The County Board would be voting to sell the property.
Arlington: Health Initiative Focuses on Veterans
Teaching health-care providers to ask about patients’ military backgrounds.
Chamberlain College of Nursing in Arlington co-sponsored a veteran’s health awareness campaign last month, shedding light on health issues that more prominently affect veterans than the average civilian.
T.C. Williams Girls’ Basketball Loses in Region Quarterfinals
Titans fall short despite overcoming 11-point deficit.
The T.C. Williams girls' basketball team's season ended Tuesday night.
Celebrating 30 Years at Bishop Ireton
Music Director Christopher Tomasino also works with The Little Theatre of Alexandria.
Aldersgate Church Community Theater Prepares ‘Death by Design’
A 1930s mix of comedy and murder in the style of Noël Coward and Agatha Christie.
Homes Tour Showcases Decorations, Herndon History
The festive tradition comes alive with community pride and hospitality.
Inspiring Camaraderie in Potomac
Beth Shalom Congregation’s 7th annual “Guys Night Out’ and Seder Summit.
Gary Morris is New South County Principal
Will oversee school with 2,260 students and a staff of 167.
Parkway Widening Crosses Another Hurdle
Cut-through traffic becomes the issue for the Burke Centre attendees.
Fairfax County Parkway widening inches along.
Shelter Experiences in Alexandria May Be Virtual, but They’re Still Warm and Fuzzy
“Tigger, Tigger,” 13-year-old Allayna said over and over, as a year-old pit bull terrier she had never met leaped in her lap and licked her face.
Disparities in Arrests Lead to Questions about Police in Montgomery County Public Schools
Black and Hispanic students twice as likely to be disciplined with suspension all the way back to elementary school.
Black and Latino students are disproportionately affected by routine school discipline, suspensions, and by arrests in Montgomery County Public Schools.
Virginia: And They’re Off!
Primary Election Day is June 11, 2019; Dems flood District Office to file for candidacy.
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Weekend Fun in Fairfax County - Sept. 25-Oct. 4, 2015
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.

