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Stephanie Landrum Connects Alexandria — “The Alexandria Economic Development Partnership has played a critical role in how Alexandria has grown and changed.” [Alexandria Living Magazine]

It’s Friday — Clear throughout the day. High of 73 and low of 55. Sunrise at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:43 pm. [Weather.gov]

Consumption Tax Revenue Hits Record In Alexandria — “Consumption tax revenue, which includes sales, restaurant and lodging tax, surpassed 2019 after falling during the COVID-19 pandemic.” [Patch]

ACPS Works to Get Kids Back on Track After Pandemic Learning Loss — “It’s been an exciting school year with students fully back in the classroom, but a lot of the challenges that came up during the pandemic are still obstacles this school year, including learning loss.” [ABC7]

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