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Erg Sprints: Largest Indoor Rowing Championship in U.S.

On Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, Alexandria City High School will host Erg Sprints, the largest and longest running indoor rowing championship in America.

Obituary: Oscar Mecklin Johnson, 89

Oscar Mecklin Johnson, a former senior Capitol Hill journalist and chief adviser to members of Congress who drafted historic legislation, including Title IX, died of natural causes on Jan. 7, 2025, at his Arlington, Va. home with his family.

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Winter Wonderland in Alexandria

Region sees up to 10” of snow in season’s first storm.

New Approach for 2025 for the Gazette Packet

Twice a month publication schedule with more digital delivery.

New Approach for 2025 for the Gazette Packet

Toasts, Roasts and Gratitude in Alexandria

Roast for outgoing mayor raises $15k for local charities.

Gaskins makes history; new council is sworn in

Gaskins makes history; new council is sworn in.

City In Search of Poet Laureate

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Donald M. Haddock

Retired circuit court judge dies at 83

A lifelong Alexandrian, Haddock served on the bench for 27 years prior to his retirement in 2012.

Age-Friendly Strategic Plan

The Alexandria Commission on Aging and the Division of Aging & Adult Services are working together to update the City’s Age-Friendly Strategic Plan.

When Snow and Ice Come, Be Salt Smart

To the Rescue

Firefighters mark 26 years of toy donations.

Girl Power

GWMS beats Jefferson-Houston in inaugural girls’ championship game.

Basketball

Making Spirits Bright in Alexandria

Firefighters and Friends holds annual toy drive.

Fairfax Gift Guide 2024: Quirky is the Theme

Dog sweaters and crime scene toilet paper fall under quirky

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