Commentary: Academic Success
It’s about science, not luck.
Did you know that kids who move more do better in school?
Letter to the Editor: What Are Costs Of Illegal Immigration?
Vic Glasberg’s “Resist Complicity” letter [Gazette Packet, Feb. 28] urges local officials and news editors to “resist complicity” in federal enforcement of our country’s immigration laws, which he considers “perverse, counterproductive, and discriminatory.”
GOP Lieutenant Governor Candidates To Debate in Arlington
The Republican Women of Northern Virginia will host a Republican Lieutenant Governor debate on Thursday, March 30, at 7 p.m. at the Army Navy Country Club, in Arlington.
Slover Inducted into Regional Football Hall of Fame
Mac Slover, regional program director of the Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities, was inducted into the Northern Virginia Football Hall of Fame at the 27th Annual Awards Banquet held on March 5 at the McLean Hilton Hotel.
Bonding in Alexandria
Unity Basketball Tournament brings police and return citizens together.
People of all walks of life ate together, prayed together and played together on March 11 at George Washington Middle School.
All in the Family
SSA honors community service.
A record crowd gathered March 4 at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center as Senior Services of Alexandria held its 2017 Generation to Generation Gala to recognize two Alexandria families for their long-term commitment to giving back to the Alexandria community.
The Music Man
ASO executive director Paul Frank dies at 76.
A conductor’s podium was as much an office for Paul Frank as was the traditional CEO corner suite.
Charting His Course
ASF apprentice builds for the future.
For nine months, Jay Helinksi worked as an apprentice with the Alexandria Seaport Foundation.
The Mailman
One of city’s first African American mailmen, and longtime civic activist, dies.
Even for those who didn't know his name, Arthur Martin Nelson was the face of the community.
Death or Resurrection?
Church’s offer on affordable housing needs additional city support.
The future of the Episcopal Church of the Resurrection’s slated affordable housing project hangs in the air while City Council decides on the FY2018 budget.
The Sound of Heaven Touching Earth
Mark 1:14-15 — Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, and saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news.”
Future Nurse Hopefuls Receive Fatzinger Scholarships
In memory of Harriet H. Fatzinger.
You don’t just become a nurse, it’s something you have in your heart.
Her First Solo Exhibit
Mashayekhi presents “Extraordinary Ordinary, A Photography Medley.”
Artist Azita Mashayekhi is inviting the Alexandria community and beyond to her photography exhibit at the Montebello Condominiums Community Center/Café, through March 17, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Mount Vernon-Lee Chamber Hears Route 1 Update
Public information meeting scheduled for April 18
Widening of Route 1 over three miles between Jeff Todd Way and Napper Road is still in the preliminary design phase.
Recruiting for New West Potomac Principal Begins
West Potomac High School parents and community members can attend a March 20 meeting regarding the process for selecting a new principal, Region 3 assistant superintendent Terry Dade announced.
Paint by Numbers
New study shows Torpedo Factory as top ranked city attraction.
The Torpedo Factory is the biggest attraction in Alexandria to people already in the Torpedo Factory — it’s getting people there that’s the trouble.
Above and Beyond
Council exceeds city manager’s recommended maximum tax rate.
In a year of new fees and a proposed real estate tax increase, the Alexandria City Council upped the ante by surpassing the recommended maximum tax rate to provide more funding to city schools.
Pipeline Playwrights' Next Reading
"The Men My Mother Loved" by Soo-Jin Lee at Alexandria's MetroStage on March 20.
Pipeline Playwrights will present its next reading of the world premiere play, "The Men My Mother Loved," by Soo-Jin Lee on Monday, March 20, at 7:30 p.m. at MetroStage in Alexandria.
Japanese Hibachi Experiences Blend Entertainment with Dinner.
This week’s cold snap may have shaken most of the cherry blossoms loose, but the month-long celebration of the United States’ friendship with Japan continues apace.
