Check Voter Status & Vote November 2

It’s not complicated for you to verify your voter registration and your polling place before the early voting deadline. Use “Vote Early” instructions to avoid long waits at polls on Election Day, November 3 2026.

To see details on the proper identification needed to vote, use link here or visit https://www.elections.virginia.gov/casting-a-ballot/candidate-list/upcoming-elections.html

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Job Announcement Prince William County

You are passionate about public health issues and emergency management. People listen when you speak. You love working in the community. When others speak, you get it. You hit the ground running. You understand that planning comes before executing. If this sounds like you, open the apply now link.

Closing Date Sept 28, 2026

Early Voting Available for 2026 Midterm Elections

The Midterm Elections are more important than ever. Virginia made it simple and flawless to ensure your vote is counted. Early voting started September 18. For Virginia voters, use Citizen Portal. You can verify your polling location and quickly confirm your Voter Registration status. Voting locations shown on the Vote Early guide (left) are available as specified until October 31.

Most States Began Early Voting in Mid-September

Every state has slightly different rules for voting early, and voting by mail or in-person. Each state’s Board of Elections website gives their deadlines and guidelines for voting. To help voters nationwide, the League of Women Voters offers a powerful and free easy-to-use tool to access information you’ll need. Available in English and Spanish, you can check your voter registration status, find your polling place, learn about candidates, and more. Use Vote411 today or visit LWV.org/elections/vote 411. Courtesy of the League of Women Voters Education Fund.

2025 Alexandria Living Legends of Honored

Walking among us are those whose footprints stand the test of time. The Living Legends of Alexandria, VA were recognized for their impact on the community-at-large at the annual award ceremony at majestic George Washington National Masonic Memorial auditorium. Each of the 2025 honoree’s impactful contributions were chronicled: Mary Lee Anderson, Ana Bonilla-Galdamez, Gerald File, Charlotte Hall, Iburia Hall-Haynes, Ph.D., Noah Lyles the Olympic champion, David Mercer, Robyn Nichols, Patrick O’Brien, Kitty Porterfield, Adrienne Terrell Washington & Gerald Wanzer. After the main event November 12, admiration was showered on the new and prior years Living Legends at a reception by the hosting organization Living Legends of Alexandria.

AFCA’s exhibit a the wellness event June 7 at James Lee Community Center in Falls Church. Festivities hosted by Northern Virginia Section of National Council of Negro Women.

September, 2022

Faced with an unexpected health crisis, many Americans quickly discover that quality of care and likelihood of recovery from illness can vary greatly. Those experiencing a gap in health coverage from employer, or lack of health insurance for other reasons, sometimes rely on an emergency room visit when health issues arise. Life without health coverage may feel like living on a cliff.

Adult health coverage was recently expanded for uninsured in Virginia. See details of Expanded Adult Health Care in Virginia under tab Adapting Beyond COVID. Other initiatives to improve health health equity for those lacking the safety net of insurance coverage are being explored nationwide.

A new documentary The Color of Care, produced by Harpo Studios takes an in-depth look at health care disparities in the United States. Viewings available Thursdays through September 29. Free admission courtesy of the producer and Smithsonian TV. Select a date here.