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Shirley Ruhe

Stories by Shirley

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Empty Bowls Filled for Arlington Families

Annual event benefits Arlington Food Assistance Center.

Many Immigrant Stories But Similar Fears

Details of immigrant stories differ but the roller coaster of stress and uncertainty is the same.

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Counting the Homeless in Arlington

Point in Time count identifies street homeless.

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A Mutual Admiration Society in Arlington

Zoe performs tricks and gets hugs in return.

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In the Kitchen in Alexandria: Meet Chef Cruz

Vola's Dockside Grill & Hi-Tide Lounge

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Question Headlines about Nutrition

Discussing "Nutrition for Real Life."

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People At Work: Benner Reaches for Body-Mind Connection in Alexandria

Helping people deal with life’s challenges.

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Homeless Find Warm Spot at Arlington Center

Hypothermia plan expands its welcome mat.

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Join Winter Reading Challenge in Arlington

Arlington sets 9,000 book goal in January.

Make It a Day On, Not a Day Off in Arlington

Volunteer to be part of MLK Day of Service.

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Another Day Directing Traffic — But in Puerto Rico

Arlington County Police officers volunteer in aftermath of disaster.

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Arlington Scouts ‘Do a Good Deed Daily’

— Even in 23 Degrees

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People At Work: It Takes a Village in Alexandria

At Home in Alexandria sponsors neighbors helping neighbors.

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Horror and Death in Alexandria

Drama students create their own epic tragedies.

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Chopsticks for Good Causes in Arlington

Sushi Zen organizes 20 fundraisers in one year to assist non-profit organizations.

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Senior Talent Performs to Full House

From line dancing to modern dance.

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The Uncertain Land of the DACAs

What happens next?

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NVSO Winds Down

But not for the competitors.

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Step Out the Door, Return as a New Woman

New mobile hair salon gives door-to-door service.

People at Work

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Northern Virginia Senior Olympics Rolls Along

Green Acres Senior Center hosts bocce competition.

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People At Work: Classical Movements Practices 24-hour Music Diplomacy

Local premier concert touring company puts music above politics.

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NVSO Hits Full Gear with 752 Participants

Twenty years, thirty events for Senior Olympian Toftoy.

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Northern Virginia Senior Olympics Celebrates 35th Year

Participants can compete in 70 different events.

Whatever Your Taste, You Can Find It in Arlington

Ethnic choices around every corner.

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Meet Chef Justus Frank

Live Oak specializes in Charleston inspired Southern cuisine.

Chef profile

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Meet Chef Justus Frank

Live Oak specializes in Charleston inspired Southern cuisine.

Chef profile

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Teens Tackle Poverty Close To Home

Catholic Diocese of Arlington sends 820 teen volunteers.

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People At Work: Lessons for Success from a Red-Dirt Road

Memoir chronicles humorous lessons learned step by step.

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Wright Never Experienced a Boring Day

40 years as school nurse brings many changes.

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In the Kitchen: Meet Yuh Shimomura, Chef at Nasime

A five-course tasting menu: he does it all.

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Lessons from a Retired Arlington Teacher

Experiencing changes in teaching