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Fill the Fridge for Carpenter’s Shelter

Carpenter’s Shelter needs help to Fill the Fridge from Feb. 20 to Feb. 24. Your help is needed to fill the refrigerators, freezers and pantries at the Hoffman Center and Alexandria Community Shelter (ACS).

Donald Dinan

Alexandria Aces founder dies at 74.

“Don was a walking encyclopedia and a wealth of knowledge.” — Alexandria Aces owner Frank Fannon

Chamber Business Scholarships for High School Seniors

Applications are now open for business scholarships for graduating high school seniors provided by Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber of Commerce.

Commercial Burglaries in Mount Vernon Police District

Detectives from FCPD Criminal Investigations Division are investigating multiple burglaries in the Woodlawn and Sacramento Shopping Centers.

Police Seek Help Identifying Carjacking Suspects

Detectives from FCPD Major Crimes Bureau are releasing images from Jan. 25's armed carjacking in the Mount Vernon District, and requesting assistance from community members.