
Christmas in Camp
Fort Ward program highlights Civil War traditions.
Photos by Janet Barnett/Gazette Packet

‘Freedom Is Not Free’
Ddedication of the Davis and McDaniel Veterans Care Center Dec. 12 in Roanoke. Davis and McDaniel, both Alexandria residents, are highly decorated Vietnam War veterans.

Pier Pressure
Holiday boat parade lights up the waterfront.
Holiday boat parade lights up the waterfront.

Youngkin to Honor Local Heroes
Virginia Veterans Care Center to be renamed for Davis and McDaniel.
Two of Alexandria’s most decorated Vietnam veterans will be honored by the Virginia Department of Veterans Services as Gov. Glenn Youngkin renames the Virginia Veterans Care Center in Roanoke in honor of Army Col. Paris Davis and Navy Capt. Eugene “Red” McDaniel.

‘Only Developers Will Win’
Protesters converge on City Hall ahead of controversial vote.
zoning protest

Honoring Veterans
Christman to keynote ceremony at Rocky Versace Plaza.
Christman to keynote ceremony at Rocky Versace Plaza.
Meet the Legends
Reception to honor local legends to be held Oct. 18.
Photos by Steven Halperson/Tisara Studio

Sheriff’s Office Recognizes Inmates
Educational certificates presented to 50 at Detention Center ceremony.
Inmates

Back-to-School Backpacks in Alexandria and Mount Vernon
Firefighters, volunteers provide backpacks for kids.
Back to school

‘Steeped in Racial Oppression’ in Alexandria
Ceremony unveils marker in honor of lynching victim Benjamin Thomas.
Ceremony

Running Strong in Alexandria
Powwow showcases Native American culture.
Powwow showcases Native American culture.

National Night Out in Alexandria
Annual event builds community connection with law enforcement.
NNO in Alexandria

Storm Cleanup Continues in Alexandria
Severe storms leave thousands in the dark; no injuries reported.
Storm clean up

Warner Visits Neighborhood Health in Alexandria
Roundtable focuses on community health services.
Clinic

Battle of the Businesses in Alexandria
Annual softball game raises funds for Little League.
Little league