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Butler: Why I'm running for Delegate

Butler: Why I'm running for Delegate3+ hour, 1+ min ago   (407+ words) United we stand, divided we fall. Not just the motto of my birth state, Kentucky, but words offered in Gov. Abigail Spanberger's inaugural address. As her administration and our legislature enter their second month, these words couldn't be further from…...

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Bennett-Parker: Why I'm running for State Senate

Bennett-Parker: Why I'm running for State Senate3+ hour, 2+ min ago   (373+ words) I had the honor of serving in the House of Delegates for the past four years. During that time, I became the fifth woman in the House's then 405-year history to give birth while in office. My daughter inspires me…...

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Foodie: Pot de Crème au Chocolat recipe

Foodie: Pot de Crème au Chocolat recipe3+ hour, 30+ min ago   (468+ words) By Michelle Poteaux Chef notes The custards will firm up as they chill " do not overbake. For a kid-friendly version, simply omit the brandy. This can be refrigerated for up to three days. This is also my son's favorite dessert…...

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Ice blanket slows Alexandria's epic storm response

Ice blanket slows Alexandria's epic storm response3+ hour, 37+ min ago   (889+ words) In some Alexandria neighborhoods, snow removal crews arrived as conquering heroes, quickly laying waste to giant piles of "snowcrete" that hobbled much of the city. Just a few blocks away, residents chipped away with pick axes and shovels, attempting to…...

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Alexandria to build memorial for plane crash victims

Alexandria to build memorial for plane crash victims3+ hour, 46+ min ago   (712+ words) By Sydney Kodama | [email protected] Marking the solemn anniversary of a deadly mid-air collision involving a commercial passenger jet and Army helicopter above the Potomac River, a permanent memorial to the 67 victims will be unveiled later this year at Rivergate Park....

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Composer B.E. Boykin reflects on journey to the Grammys

Composer B.E. Boykin reflects on journey to the Grammys3+ hour, 57+ min ago   (1250+ words) In the bustle of the airport between travel from conference to conference in November, composer B.E. Boykin's phone started ringing. Her phone screen lit up with a call from musician Sidney Outlaw, the vocalist of the album "Black Pierrot," which Boykin…...

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Alexandria Times Voter Guide 2026: Kirk McPike (House of Delegates)

Alexandria Times Voter Guide 2026: Kirk McPike (House of Delegates)4+ hour, 14+ min ago   (691+ words) Want to read the Special Elections 2026 Voter Guide in full? Click here'to be taken to all of the candidates" responses. Age: 48 Occupation: Chief of Staff, U.S. Congressman Mark Takano. Party: Democrat Bio: Since 2022, I"ve served Alexandria as a member of…...

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Alexandria Times Voter Guide 2026: Mason Butler (House of Delegates)

Alexandria Times Voter Guide 2026: Mason Butler (House of Delegates)4+ hour, 14+ min ago   (280+ words) What are your top three issues that you plan to prioritize if elected? Are you supportive of the city's adopted legislative agenda? Please explain any changes you would make. Yes, but I would make each objective measurable and put limits…...

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Alexandria Times Voter Guide 2026: Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (State Senate)

Alexandria Times Voter Guide 2026: Elizabeth Bennett-Parker (State Senate)4+ hour, 14+ min ago   (607+ words) Occupation: Delegate, small business owner, mom and fitness instructor. Why are you interested in representing Alexandria at the state level? I have had the honor of serving in the House of Delegates for the past four years. My daughter inspires…...

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Alexandria Times Voter Guide 2026: Julie Robbens Lineberry (State Senate)

Alexandria Times Voter Guide 2026: Julie Robbens Lineberry (State Senate)4+ hour, 14+ min ago   (740+ words) Occupation: Retired real estate sales agent of 47 years. Why are you interested in representing Alexandria at the state level? After years as a volunteer, I was moved to begin my very first campaign for public office by a desire to…...