The Other Alexandria: A Special Valentine – Karen Hubbard Suggs
Every Valentine’s Day, Karen Hubbard Suggs and her sister, Faye A. Hubbard, would take a moment to remember their parents’ wedding day.
The Strange Career of Felon Disenfranchisement
Amendment targets Jacksonian-era restriction weaponized during Jim Crow.
Felons have been prohibited from voting in Virginia since 1830, when the "right to suffrage" was denied "to any person convicted of any infamous offense." But it was during the era of Jim Crow that felon disenfranchisement became weaponized to prevent Black voters from influencing elections.
Opinion: Column: If Michael Corleone Had Lung Cancer
"Just when I thought I was out ... they pull me back in."
From Mount Vernon High School to the NFL
ASC to host David Knight Feb. 17.
David Knight, a 1969 graduate of Mount Vernon High School who went on to play wide receiver for the New York Jets in the National Football League, will be the featured speaker via Zoom at the Feb. 17 meeting of the Alexandria Sportsman’s Club.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Find Blocks Adjacent to Historic District to Add in Alexandria
“Let’s call these concessions what they are — bribes,” remonstrated a resident opposed to the Heritage megaproject.
All You Need is Love in Alexandria
Couples share the secret of working together.
It takes a brave soul to go into business with your other half.
CVS to Offer COVID-19 Vaccine
Limited locations to begin Feb. 11
Beginning Feb. 11, Virginians will be able to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at select CVS locations across the state.
Obituary: Charles R. Hooff III
Real Estate developer dies at 80
Alexandria native and real estate magnate Charles Hooff III, principal broker of the firm that bears his name, died Feb. 1 at the age of 80.
Appetite: Three Alexandria Restaurants You’ll Love This Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air – and what better way to show your adoration than with a special restaurant menu for Valentine’s Day?
Best of the Best in Alexandria
Two TC seniors win full scholarships to attend college
When T.C. Williams High School senior Natnael Asegdew was 6 years old, he moved to the United States from Ethiopia and his parents had one purpose in mind: to ensure their two children received a quality education.
Editorial: Send Pet Photos
The Pet Gazette, a twice-yearly special edition, will publish the last week of February, and photos and stories of your pets with you and your family should be submitted by Friday, Feb. 19.
Opinion: Column: “Clinical Correlation Suggested”
Means what exactly?
Black History and Regional Parks
In many ways, the history of Northern Virginia is the history of America.
New Community with Park-Like Environment in McLean
Park Grove neighborhood inspired by former National Parks Director George Hartzog
A former public servant’s creative vision and dedication to preserving parklands was the inspiration behind a new residential area in Northern Virginia.
Editorial: Send in Pet Photos for Pet Connection
The Pet Connection, a twice-yearly special edition, will publish the last week of February, and photos and stories of your pets with you and your family should be submitted by Friday, Feb. 19, 2021.
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