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  • 2 weeks ago | connectionnewspapers.com | Jeanne Theismann

    The Alexandria Police Department paid tribute to its fallen officers during a wreath laying ceremony May 7 at the Fallen Officers Memorial at APD Headquarters. The annual ceremony is part of National Police Week, which took place May 11-17. “The loss of lives in the line of duty is very quick, tragic and unexpected,” said Alexandria Police Chief Tarrick McGuire. “When you bury that individual you make a promise to their family.

  • 3 weeks ago | alexandriagazette.com | Jeanne Theismann

    Members of the Alexandria Police Department descended on Del Ray March 22 for the annual Charles W. Hill Park clean up in memory of Hill, the last APD officer to be killed in the line of duty. “History matters,” said APD Lt Jason Story. “Remembering days like March 22, 1989, is very important. It’s about honoring Corporal Hill and honoring his family.”March 22, 1989, began as a routine workday for Hill and his family.

  • 3 weeks ago | connectionnewspapers.com | Jeanne Theismann

    Members of the Alexandria Police Department descended on Del Ray March 22 for the annual Charles W. Hill Park clean up in memory of Hill, the last APD officer to be killed in the line of duty. “History matters,” said APD Lt Jason Story. “Remembering days like March 22, 1989, is very important. It’s about honoring Corporal Hill and honoring his family.”March 22, 1989, began as a routine workday for Hill and his family.

  • 3 weeks ago | connectionnewspapers.com | Jeanne Theismann

    As Mother’s Day approaches, some would say that one day is not nearly enough to honor and celebrate the mothers and maternal figures in our lives. According to the History Channel, the celebration of mothers and motherhood dates back to the ancient Greeks and Romans when festivals were held for Rhea and Cybele, the mother goddesses.

  • 4 weeks ago | connectionnewspapers.com | Jeanne Theismann

    The Miracle League of Alexandria opened its 2025 season as special needs youth from across the region took to the Kelley Cares Miracle Field April 23 at the Nannie J. Lee Recreation Center. Volunteers from Saint Stephen’s & St. Agnes served as “Angels in the Outfield,” joining the Miracle League players and assisting them on the field. Opening day for the adult players was held on April 12.

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Jeanne Theismann
Jeanne Theismann @TheismannMedia
19 Apr 24

Ira Robinson, first African American elected to @AlexandriaVA City Council in 1970 since Reconstruction, has died. He was 85. An amazing man and trailblazer. #RIP https://t.co/R2HFLSEAlB

Jeanne Theismann
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24 Feb 24

Tragic news on Alexandria couple Kathy Brandel and Ralph Hendry, victims of violent crime while sailing in the Caribbean. Prayer service tonight at 7 pm at Christ the King Sanctuary 1801 N. Quaker Lane. https://t.co/UvySHlU0jZ

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