Alexandria City Council Rezones Waterfront Despite Massive Opposition
Six-to-one vote opens the door to higher density and overturns longstanding ban on hotels.
Members of the Alexandria City Council cast what may become one of the most important votes in their career last weekend, approving a controversial zoning change that would triple density at three sites slated for redevelopment compared to what’s there now.
How Much Money Does Your School Administrator Make?
Alexandria school system has some of the highest paid administrators in the region.
The administrator in the corner office at your local school is sitting pretty with a six-figure paycheck.
South County Softball Beats Oakton in Opener
Stallions looking to advance past region semifinals.
The South County softball team returns juniors Whitney Burks and Rebecca Martin.
Hyland’s 8 Goals Help Rams Edge Bruins
Junior scores game-winner with 16 seconds remaining.
The Robinson girls' lacrosse team overcame a four-goal first-half deficit to beat Lake Braddock on Tuesday.
Ruby Tuesday Holding Fundraiser for WFCM
If area residents eat a meal at a particular Chantilly restaurant next week, they can help feed hungry families in the local community. That’s because Western Fairfax Christian Ministries (WFCM) and Ruby Tuesday are partnering to make it happen.
Mount Vernon Bulletin Board March 20
Information for upcoming events in Mount Vernon
Rocky Run Students Honored for Writing
Two Rocky Run Middle seventh-graders were honored in the recent 2013 Scholastic Writing Awards Competition sponsored by the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers.
Rocky Run Captures Chess Championship
The eight-member Rocky Run Middle School Chess Club won the Virginia Scholastic Chess Championship, the weekend of March 9, at Longwood University in Farmville.
International Night at Chantilly High
International Night was held at Chantilly High School on March 13.
Salute to Women 2013
11 honored for outstanding achievements.
The Alexandria Commission for Women held its 33rd annual Salute to Women Awards March 18 in a ceremony that honored 11 individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the community.
Potomac School Notes March 20
School notes for Potomac area natives.
‘The Little Mermaid Jr.’ on Stage
Fish swim in schools and last week’s big catch was Washington Episcopal School’s production of “Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.” which was performed by 28 members of the sixth-grade in two casts.
Brownie Troop Participates in H20 Summit
Local Brownie Troop #4843 has worked throughout the year on water conservation and pollution projects.
WMCCA Salutes Brickyard Coalition’s Success
Future of Brickyard site still unclear.
After two years of civic activism, legal action on multiple fronts, political outreach, public education and fundraising through bake sales and barn dances, members of the Brickyard Coalition came to last week’s West Montgomery County Citizens Association to talk about their success.
Who’s Afraid of the Dark?
Learning about oneself on a seven-day, 55-mile trek.
Potomac resident Bridgit Fried, just back from a seven-day trek to the summit of Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro, is not afraid of the dark. Facing her fear was part and parcel of climbing “Kili,” as it is referred to by hikers, which, at 19,340 feet, is the tallest mountain in Africa and one of the highest mountains in the world.
Mount Vernon School Notes March 20
School notes for Mount Vernon natives.
Volunteers Build Wheelchair Ramp
Firefighters partner with Rebuilding Together.
Firefighters from the Mount Vernon Fire Station #9 worked with the group Rebuilding Together on March 13, building a wheelchair ramp for a local resident on Bluebird Lane unable to leave her home.
Renovated Safeway Re-Opens in Belle View
Midst the celebration on March 14 of the re-opening of its remodeled store in Belle View, Safeway Inc. recognized United Community Ministries for its impact on the community with a $1,000 donation.
Opportunity Neighborhood: Mt. Vernon
More than 45 families attended the second organizing event for Opportunity Neighborhood: Mt. Vernon on the evening of Feb. 28 at Riverside Elementary School.
Troop 1906 Gains Its First Eagle Scout
Emmanuel Karem Edward Lewis, the youngest son of David W. Lewis and Merriam Uplay-Lewis, is the first Eagle Scout for Boy Scout Troop 1906, co-chartered by Bethlehem Baptist Church and in conjunction with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, XI Alpha Lambda Chapter.