Opinion: Commentary: The House at the Half
The House of Delegates is probably half-way through its virtual Special Session.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: The Death of a Tree
On Monday, Sept. 2, an “ Eco City” and one designated as “Tree City”, along with Alexandria Public Schools, had a beautiful old oak tree cut down in order to make room for a concession stand at the new TC Williams stadium.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Char McCargo Bah: Engaging and Captivating
I would like to commend Char McCargo Bah for the beautiful article she wrote on my grandfather, Wilmer B. Henry.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: ‘Let it Be’: In Support of T.C. Williams
I am writing to comment on this misguided effort to change the name of T.C. Williams High School.
Opinion: Commentary: Political Correctness Impeding Diversity
If we cannot have conversations without labeling opposing views as bigoted or prejudiced, how can we expect to move forward as a democratic society?
At the July 29 Library Board of Trustees meeting, my appointee Phil Rosenthal made a statement about the need for more diverse views to be represented in the library catalog’s highlighted books.
Opinion: Commentary: Special Session Looks at Nursing Homes, Reporting Outbreaks, Election Reform
As the third week of the General Assembly’s Special Session draws to a close, several major legislative accomplishments are moving forward.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes on Amendment 1
As a volunteer over the last four years advocating to end gerrymandering and reform the way our legislative districts are drawn, I wanted to let you know that we have a chance to approve a state constitutional amendment to create the Commonwealth’s first ever redistricting commission.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: For Some Workers, Nothing Leisurely About This Labor Day
Workers lucky enough to have a job face the double bind of fearing the risk of COVID-19 and being laid off.
There will be nothing leisurely about this Labor Day for many working families, not least for essential workers.
Opinion: Commentary: No More Excuses
The most important election of my lifetime is coming up on November 3, and I am not even on the ballot!
Opinion: Column: Cancer For Dummies: Me
As I was telling my long-time friend, Rita, over the phone on Saturday afternoon, as a cancer patient – and I know this is going to sound ridiculous, short-sighted and stupid, I am not always forthcoming and honest when it comes to sharing new symptoms with my doctors, particularly my oncologist.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: A Word About Sign-Stealing
Complaints about Biden signs disappearing across Great Falls have been on the rise.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Old Town Alexandria Businesses in Support of the Live Event Industry
Common Plate Hospitality along with other businesses in Old Town Alexandria are coming together to support the Live Event Industry by participating in the Red Alert #WEMAKEEVENTS movement which supports the Bill S3814, the Restart Act proposed to Congress.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: We Need Help in the Gap
I am writing about the generous services provided to older low income city residents and the lack of similar services for everyone else.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes on Amendment 1
As a volunteer over the last four years advocating to end gerrymandering and reform the way our legislative districts are drawn, I wanted to let you know that we have a chance to approve a state constitutional amendment to create the Commonwealth’s first ever redistricting commission.
Opinion: Commentary: Physical Activity Important in Virtual Learning
By integrating creative and sustainable practices and programs into the school day, kids feel better, focus better and learn better.
The decision to remain 100 percent virtual as Alexandria City Public School resumes wasn’t surprising, but the official announcement was still a jolt.