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Commentary: First Week in Richmond

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New Year, New Order

Local organizers teach methods for streamlining a space.

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Town Hall in West Springfield Told of ‘Chaos-Causing Trump Effect’

Fairfax County NAACP hosts Town Hall gathering with Kaine.

New Fees to Be Implemented for Fairfax County Student Transfer Applications

Applications available online Feb. 5.

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Northern Virginia Lawmakers Push for Menstrual Equity

General Assembly to consider bills providing feminine hygiene products in schools and prisons.

For one Alexandria woman who was booked into the Fairfax County jail a few years ago, the stress of the criminal justice system wasn't just about prosecution and detention. It was also about shame. Deputies confiscated her underwear because it wasn't white, the only color inmates are allowed to wear at the Fairfax jail. So she started worrying about what would happen when she started menstruating.

Commentary: Richmond Report: New Building, New Governor, New Day

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ACCT Presents "Seussical, Jr." in Alexandria

Dr. Seuss's favorite characters come to life in this musical for children.

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Local Landmarks Inspire Author’s First Novel

Legal thriller meets murder mystery.

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A View of the Potomac River

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‘Hodie’

Fort Hunt High School alumna Hoda Kotb becomes The Today Show co-anchor.

Commentary: Looking Back While Planning for the Future in Mount Vernon