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Bridging the Gap

CCNA hosts community leaders to address health, education inequities.

“As the community celebrates Black History Month, one of the challenges that we don’t often discuss is mental wellbeing.” — Rawle Andrews Jr.

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Local Couple Feared Dead in Yacht Hijacking

Former Del Ray residents Brandel, Hendry missing in Caribbean.

“Kathy and Ralph were just now beginning to talk about coming in to land again since Kathy just had a grandson.” — Donna Anderson

Metro Funding: Va. Should Contribute $180 Million

Smart Growth

TJ Admissions Upheld

TJ

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Let the Music Play

James Bland music participants honored.

Band

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The Hearts of Del Ray

Dog Store, Duncan Library share annual award.

Del Ray

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George Washington’s Birthday Parade Is Monday, Feb. 19

GW Parade scheduled

New Race and Social Equity Officer

Alexandria News Briefs

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Senate Version of Potomac Yard Arena Proposal Hits a Speedbump — or Roadblock?

Last November, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced his proposal to relocate the Washington Wizards NBA team and the Washington Capitals NHL team from DC across the river to a $2 billion arena to be built in the City of Alexandria’s Potomac Yard neighborhood.

Investing in Families with Solutions that Work

Fifty-percent of Americans have less than $400 in their bank accounts, putting them one emergency expense from a devastating financial crisis. In Alexandria and south Arlington, more than 30% of families are unable to cover basic needs.

Open Letter to Ted Leonsis from Andrew Macdonald

Potomac Yard not suitable for Arena.

We want to make sure that there is no misunderstanding that many Alexandrians are angry about the prospect of Virginia taxpayers having to pay to build your sports arena at Potomac Yard.

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African American Heritage Trail

Ribbon cutting officially opens South Route.

“This is another thoughtful way to engage everyone who comes to Alexandria.” — U.S. Rep. Don Beyer (D-8)

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Monumental First Step

Va. House passes bill to advance Potomac Yard entertainment complex; local opposition continues.

“Today’s vote is an important milestone in the efforts to bring a sports and entertainment district to Potomac Yard.” — Mayor Justin Wilson

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