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After a warning period that drew thousands of warning violations, speed cameras will begin enforcement in the new school year. https://t.co/989jTKdg3U

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The Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing startups ranked 14 Alexandria area companies, including one in the top 100. https://t.co/aLgRzIgGkL

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The returning Bands and Brews event will draw 21 Del Ray businesses offering food and drink specials and live music. https://t.co/Ezpuk3lxeU

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After some areas saw flash flooding Monday, the National Weather Service says there's another threat from heavy rainfall Tuesday. https://t.co/xyT66vVKQz

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Looking for a home in the Old Town Alexandria area? Check out Patch's weekly real estate roundup. https://t.co/0iXODZygfw

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The mother of a first-grader at Richneck Elementary School accused of shooting his teacher has pleaded guilty to child neglect, gun charges. https://t.co/weptVompm0

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To improve safety for kids walking and biking to school, curb extensions are proposed near four schools. Some would remove parking spaces. https://t.co/Y3TV0Fw71I

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Nestlé USA said it's recalling some of its Toll House chocolate chip cookie dough products that could be contaminated with wood. https://t.co/MOYCfgOEyW

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Glenda Booth, who has been president of Friends of Dyke Marsh, is recognized for working to preserve the park and do community outreach. https://t.co/urqwaIkI2v

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Alexandria families facing the cost of school supplies for the new school year got a helping hand from a local law firm. https://t.co/EaqQyyHtxz

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Many of us can point to a teacher whose influence has guided us, our children and our grandchildren. Nominate them for a Teacher Spotlight. https://t.co/xQ3GrvWduD

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Severe thunderstorms are possible in VA with damaging winds and the chance of large hail and a tornado, the National Weather Service says. https://t.co/DR119bwHRc

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See the newest houses on the market in and around the Old Town Alexandria area. https://t.co/wV8yun3SiR

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Just two small, scenic towns in Virginia made the list of the best tiny towns in the country. https://t.co/bGsWRaBzsU

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Are Virginia residents thriving in wellness? Take a look at this latest study, which measures health indicators. https://t.co/uNWtGlgebo

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Good news in NoVA this week includes Reclining Liberty breathes free, Lego Discovery Center opens and Jake's Ice Cream wins statewide award. https://t.co/BchTixxt7D

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Readers raise a stink about dog walkers who let their pets “squat and go,” leaving their neighbors to clean up the mess left behind. https://t.co/Ka28h4Iv9S

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First-Grade Shooting Suspect | MS-13 Ties to Crime Spree | Rabbits Butchered | Fugitive Shot By Cops | Cemetery's Confederate Removal https://t.co/IWy3ux9FOA

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Updated hurricane forecasts from the NHC, AccuWeather call for more storms as the Atlantic basin may become "very active" in coming weeks. https://t.co/GPAmq6D8NG

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This week's homes on the market in Virginia include an opulent waterfront home in Alexandria and a Fredericksburg home with a greenhouse. https://t.co/d82KPcRwI6