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FCPS Student Stabbed Inside West Potomac High School

County authorities prohibit parents from signing students out afterwards.

County authorities prohibit parents from signing students out afterwards.

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Fairfax County Public Hearings on FY26 Budget

Firefighters and paramedics warn cutting ambulances puts lives in danger.

Firefighters and paramedics warn cutting ambulances puts lives in danger.

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FCPS Wants it All

Superintendent says she can’t cut $150M from her $4B budget.

Superintendent says she can’t cut $150M from her $4B budget.


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You Could Become a Puppy Raiser for the Blind

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Celebrating Passover in Alexandria

Children learn the rituals of their fait

Children learn the rituals of their fait

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Senior Living in Alexandria: Aging in Place

National Home Care Advocacy Day

Aging in place


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The Economic Outlook

Sobering Economic Messages for Northern Virginia

Sobering Economic Messages for Northern Virginia

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Appreciating the Details of Historic Huntley

On the 200th Anniversary of the Masons’ Getaway

On the 200th Anniversary of the Masons’ Getaway

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Arts and Entertainment Calendar Starting April 17

See what's happening this week

Arts and Entertainment Calendar Starting April 17


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Call for Artists

Sculpture sought for new Lorton facility

ArtsFairfax is issuing an open call seeking a professional artist or team to design, fabricate, and install a permanent sculpture on the grounds of the Lorton police station and animal shelter.

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Virginia Ranks 14th State for Older Workers

A new study shows Virginia is the No. 14 best state for older workers based on the criteria chosen.

Letters to the Editor — Library: Freedom to Learn

Letters to the Editor


Arlington Historical Society Museum To Reopen May 3

The Arlington Historical Society Museum, closed last summer for preservation and renovation, will reopen on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

New Chief Medical Director Arlington Jail

Dr. Richard Malish, M.D. is the new Chief Medical Director, a newly created position at the Arlington County Detention Facility.

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Arlington Woman Arrested for Protesting

Protestors demand USAID funding be restored, aid be restored.

Julie Hanson Swanson of Arlington was born in Winooski, Vermont.


Comment Now on Housing 2040 Master Plan

The City of Alexandria’s Office of Housing invites the community to provide feedback on the draft Principles and Goals developed to guide the Housing 2040 Master Plan.

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Some Success in Richmond but PFAS Headaches

Potomac Watershed Roundtable looks at challenges ahead

The news was both grim and hopeful on April 11, when officials at the Potomac Watershed Roundtable heard about the Potomac River basin and area water supplies.

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Alexandria Gazette Packet and Mount Vernon Gazette Win Awards

Each year the Virginia Press Association (VPA) holds a competition to select the best published material from newspapers and news sites from across the state.


Senior Living: Flourishing After 55

55+ Programs are in person at 55+ Centers unless otherwise noted. A 55+ Pass is required to participate starting at a $20 annual fee. To join or register, go to registration.arlingtonva.us or call 703-228-4747.

Arlington Seeks 2025-2027 Poet Laureate Applications

Arlington County is seeking its official Poet Laureate for the 2025-2027 term.

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