Alexandria Faith Community Sees Underbelly of Housing Shortage
Another church adds testimony to City Council.
Another church has written to City Council about the human need stemming from the city’s lack of affordable housing.
Obituary: Bob Michel, Longtime Congressman
To many, Bob Michel will be remembered as the longtime Illinois congressman and skilled politician who served for 38 years in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Commentary: Virginia General Assembly Approves New Policies
Last week, I reported on my accomplishments in the recent session of the General Assembly. This week, I am highlighting a few other important policy changes coming to Virginia because of our action.
Workshop To Support Caregivers: Senior Services of Alexandria
Senior Services of Alexandria (SSA) receives calls regularly from family members who are struggling to care for their loved ones.
Letter to the Editor: Budget in Alexandria City Council’s Hands
On Feb. 21, I presented City Council and the public with proposed city operating and capital budgets for the fiscal year beginning July 1, and a proposed capital improvement program (CIP) for the next decade.
Letter to the Editor: Prioritize Minnie Howard
We write on behalf of the Capacity Committee of the T.C. Williams High School Instructional Leadership Team (ILT).
Letter to the Editor: Another ‘Special Tax Zone’
In a few weeks, the Alexandria City Council will be considering the formulation of a Business Improvement District (BID) in Old Town.
Living Legends Celebrates 10 Years
Donley, Euille among 2017 honorees.
Former Alexandria mayors Kerry Donley and Bill Euille are among the Class of 2017 Living Legends of Alexandria who will be honored at the organization’s 10th anniversary Meet the Legends reception March 16 at the George Washington Masonic Memorial.
NOVA Ice Dogs Win League Championship
Alexandria's Northern Virginia Ice Dogs Hockey Team won the U-16 Upper Patrick CBHL League Championship on Feb. 26 beating the #1 ranked Piedmont Predators in a game that went to a shoot-out.
Arrest Follows Car Break-ins in Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon District Police officers were working several reports of vehicle tampering in the Belleview area on March 7 in and around the 6300 block of 10thStreet.
Portner's Brewhouse Reopening This Week
Portner Brewhouse Reopens
Rise to the Occasion
Great Harvest Bread Co. Burke and Lorton owners ready for new adventure.
Harvest Bread in Burke
Obituary: Raymond T. Olsen
Raymond T. Olsen, 87, of Oak Park, Illinois passed away Feb. 27, 2017 after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
A Team of Winners
Gianmichel D'Allessandro, in the green cap, prepares to dive in for his school record-setting swim in the 50-yard freestyle.
South Lakes Athletes Break Records, Win State Honors
South Lakes High School seniors Devyn Jones, Timiebi Ogobri and Peter Sepulveda closed out their four-year indoor track and field careers by earning All-State honors at the 6A State Championship February 24-25, 2017.
Board of Supervisors Approves $2.2 Billion Infrastructure Plan
Associated Road Fund approved; Service District vote will be next month.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved the $2.2 billion Reston Transportation Funding Plan and its associated road fund on Tuesday, Feb. 28, despite vocal opposition from community members.
Herndon Artist Lisa Tureson Exhibits at Touchstone Gallery, D.C.
Oak Hill-Herndon-based artist Lisa Tureson celebrated the opening reception of her latest exhibit Scribbles: an Urban Art Series, on Friday March 3, 2017 at Touchstone Gallery, 901 New York Ave., NW.
Gathering in Opposition to Trump Immigration Policies
Leaders condemn ICE activity outside Rising Hope Church.
Speaking out against Trump immigration policies
