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Aldersgate Church Community Theater Prepares ‘Death by Design’

A 1930s mix of comedy and murder in the style of Noël Coward and Agatha Christie.

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Sewer Pipe to be Replaced at Little Hunting Creek

Some 789 feet of pipe has developed a sag that is causing blockages and needs to be replaced.

Full Conversation Requires Money on the Table in Fairfax County

Board intends to keep options open by advertising tax increase.

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Budget Brinkmanship in Virginia

Lawmakers poised to leave town without passing budget.

Budget showdowns are rare in Virginia, but not unprecedented. Back in 2004, Gov. Mark Warner clashed with Republicans over a sales tax increase. Then in 2014, Gov. Terry McAuliffe engaged in brinkmanship over expanding Medicaid. Now lawmakers are poised to end the session once again without passing a budget.

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Extracurriculars: Secret Sauce of Success in Fairfax County

Superintendent’s budget eliminates barrier of $50 activity fee.

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Discussing School Shootings and Other Violence with Children

Open dialogue is key to quelling fear, say mental health professionals.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: No Guns in the Classroom

Gun safety is an American value.

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The Magic of British Comedienne Joyce Grenfell in Alexandria

Catherine Flye performs in “George…Don’t Do That!” at MetroStage.

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Bishop Ireton Presents ‘The Addams Family Musical’

With a cast of 27 students, the show is loosely based on the original cartoons.

Commentary: Legislatively Adjusting to ‘Small Cells’

Commentary: Budget Gulf in Virginia