Alexandria — Volunteer Alexandria presented the 19th annual Evening in the Heart of Alexandria Awards Oct. 25 in a tribute honoring the exceptional volunteer service of four individuals.

In a reception held at the American Legion Post 24 ballroom at Gadsby's Tavern, T.C. Williams High school student Emma West received the first Youth Volunteer Service Award. Also honored were Allen Lomax, who received the Marian Van Landingham Lifetime Achievement Award, and Scott Kahler and Seena Foster, each of whom received the Joan White Grass Roots Service Award.