Alison Rice

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The Missing Middle

Escalating home prices have shut middle-class buyers out of Arlington's real estate market. Is there a solution?

These Tricked-Out Halloween Houses Are a Must-See

It may be a BYOT (bring-your-own-treats) year, but these creepy residences are still worth a visit.

Bring a Food Truck to Your Neighborhood

What's for dinner? From poke bowls and Peruvian sandwiches to fresh-baked cookies, the options are plentiful.

Risky Business

Few parents approve of their kids drinking or using drugs. But the reality of underage substance use is far more complicated than simply telling kids to “just say no.”

Collision Course

Are our neighborhoods safe for pedestrians and cyclists?

Arlington’s Shrinking Middle Class

Arlington offers an enviable quality of life. But the county’s popularity is also pushing housing prices beyond the pocketbooks of many middle-class residents.

Hidden in Plain Sight

From failed land deals to secret wartime hideaways, the ghosts of plantations past have many stories to tell.

The Great Homework Debate

Some say homework has gotten out of hand. Does all this extracurricular effort really result in smarter kids?
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Married Without Children

Parenting isn't for everyone. Why are some couples opting out?

Dual Fluency

Bobby Hong studied at some of America’s most-renowned medical institutions. But he learned everything he needed to know about people at his parents’ liquor store.

The Big C

When you’re the wife of an oncologist, cancer is a common topic of conversation. But Liza Marshall and her husband, John, never expected it to happen to her.

Going Public

Arlington’s public school system offers a wealth of options for students, but navigating the choices can be dizzying. Here are some pointers.