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Click Family of Bethel Cemetery

Posted on June 17, 2021 by cmb12

Behind the scenes of the Alexandria Gazette Packet’s article on, “From West Virginia to Alexandria: Click Family of Bethel Cemetery. The Click Family has been in the Cemetery business in Alexandria for three generations. Prior to coming to Alexandria, they … Continue reading →

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Behind the Scene with Harold Bell, “Inside Sports”

Posted on April 20, 2021 by cmb12

Mr. Harold Bell has been involved in sports for all of his teenage and adult life.  He got his start as a host of sport talk show from legendary Petey Greene and Bobby Bennett. By 1972, Station WOOK-AM a black … Continue reading →

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Behind the Story, “The Women Who Sparked His Career – Dr. Michael D. Casey

Posted on April 15, 2021 by cmb12

Dr. Michael D. Casey grew up in the Seminary Community in the 1950s. Throughout his life, he had the support of several women. One particular woman, who enlightened Michael was the former Mayor of Alexandria, Allison Silberberg. Allison and Michael … Continue reading →

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Passing The History On – Lois Diggs Davis

Posted on March 24, 2021 by cmb12

Alexandria, Virginia is a unique place that is rich in history. The history in Alexandria goes back beyond the birth of George Washington who frequently visited Alexandria during his lifetime. Many African Americans in Alexandria have made many contributions to … Continue reading →

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