Stories for April 2017

Stories for April 2017

News 2017 April

Stories for April 2017

Thursday, April 27

The Little Theatre of Alexandria Presents ‘The Fabulous Lipitones’

Musical comedy about a barbershop quartet tackles racism and other issues.

Obituary: Harley “Skeeter” Swift Dies at 70

TC Crew Hitting Its Stride at Season Mid-Point

T.C. Williams crew team hits the water

Alexandrians Open Wallets, Hearts to Refugees

Churches, city services, individuals work to meet needs.

‘Here Come The Scientists’

National Science Foundation may bring investment and traffic to Eisenhower.

National Science Foundation may come to Alexandria

72-Hour Rule

Council sets public hearing.

Parking in Alexandria

Vogel Provides Memories

Staff works to be king of King Street.

Staff Takes Care of Business at the Kimpton Lorien Hotel

Colgate Dental Van Visits Alexandria

Colgate Dental Van Visits Alexandria

Norm Hatch Dies

Award winning combat photographer dies at 96.

Norm Hatch, a Marine Corps combat photographer, dead at 96

New Era for City-Schools Relationship?

Council and school board consider joint planning.

School Budget Planning

Wednesday, April 26

New Kids on the Block

Retail shops open on Cameron, S. Union.

Alexandria Entertainment Calendar

Alexandria Calendar for the week of April 27-May 3

Tuesday, April 25

Helping Immigrants in Arlington

Advice about DACA, green cards, work permits and more.

Monday, April 24

Nursing Camp for High School Students

Campers will get a real-world view of the nursing profession.

Fighting Summer Brain Drain

Academic camps keep minds engaged when school is out.

Leading Globally Matters Locally

Connolly addresses Global Leadership Forum.

Saturday, April 22

National Poetry Month Blooms in Alexandria

Poetry Conversations

Friday, April 21

Meet a Volunteer — Getting Involved in Alexandria

Commentary: Alexandria Addresses Lack of Medicaid Expansion

Alexandria Home Sales: March, 2017

In March, 2017, 223 Alexandria homes sold between $2,200,000-$95,000.

Alexandria Home Sales: March, 2017

Thursday, April 20

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: The City That Does Not Care?

Commentary: A National Model for Giving, Right Here in Alexandria

Commentary: Screening Guidelines for Breast Cancer by Age

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Council Must Make Hard Choices

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Unintended Consequences

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Increase Traffic Enforcement in Alexandria

Baby Wild Animals May Need Our Help — Or No help at all — Animal Welfare League of Alexandria

Importance of Home: Rebuilding Together Alexandria

Titan Women Row Strong at Darrell Winslow Regatta

The Power of Flowers at the White House

Practicing floral diplomacy.

Obituary: Joseph Martin Krafft

Crooked Beat Brings Its Record Collection to Old Town Alexandria

Record Store Day is this Saturday.

New Leadership at Cora Kelly

Something to Smile About in Alexandria

Mother’s Day contest offers free dental care.

Editorial Cartoon

Alexandria: New Kid in Town

NSF topic of upcoming Agenda:Alexandria forum.

Alexandria Lyceum Hosts Ukrainian Concert

Between the Lines in Alexandria

Policy proposed to limit on-street parking for new residential developments.

Pen Pals in Alexandria

School Board seeks to mitigate damage of redistricting.

April Entertainment Calendar

What's Happening for the rest of April in Alexandria

Springfield Photographer Receives ‘Best in Show’ Honor

Springfield Photographer Receives ‘Best in Show’ Honor

Wednesday, April 19

Restoring Windmill Hill Park Shoreline

Groundbreaking ceremony this Saturday.

Lighting the Way in Alexandria

BB&T, Community Lodgings prepare emergency food backpacks.

A Look in the Mirror in Alexandria

Council examines government processes and costs.

Commentary: Pursuing a Proactive, Prudent Budget in Alexandria

Editorial: Mother's Day

The Connection is seeking submissions for its annual photo gallery.

Tuesday, April 18

In Graduation Season, Thwart Teen Drinking

Long-Term Benefits of Summer Camp

Camp experiences can enhance social and psychological development, say experts.

Thursday, April 13

NVAEYC Appoints New Executive Director

Alexandria Deputies Recognized and Honored

‘Oh, the Places You'll Go!’

Local Attorneys Lead State Legal Organizations

Ribbon Cutting in Alexandria

Commentary: Whose Country Is It?

Survey Cites Support for New 50 Meter Pool

Correction to Alexandria Gazette Packet

At Volunteer Alexandria

Bacardi Wins Annual Great Rum Punch Challenge

Meet Chef Sebastien Rondier

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Enforcing Traffic Laws

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Veto Ongoing Sewage Dumping

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Changing Rules of the Game

Hometown Heroes

Valor Awards to honor 21 first responders.

Commentary: Alexandria CSO Deadline Unresolved

Getting Involved — Meet a Volunteer

Workshop To Address Identity Theft and Scams

Senior Services of Alexandria

Editorial Cartoon

‘Invest in Our Community’

Motley Fool co-founder to keynote Philanthropy Summit.

Police Seek Missing Senior

Wednesday, April 12

Thanks a Million

Spring2Action raises over $1.5 million for local nonprofits.

Road Work Ahead

TC Crew Fights Wind and Whitecaps

Men’s 1st 4, Women’s Double, and Frosh Women’s 8 post wins.

Reading, Writing and Eating Marshmallows

Mentor of The Month

Alexandria Courthouse Briefs

Local Ambassador Girl Scouts Achieve Top Awards

Pendleton on King Street closes

Alexandria Post 24 Honors Deputy and Firefighter

Street Named ACDS Head of Lower School

Crime Report: The following incidents were reported by the Alexandria Police Department.

Seven Books Named as Finalists for George Washington Prize

Tuesday, April 11

Looking for an Easter Feast in Alexandria?

Combatting Domestic and Sexual Violence

Fairfax County launches ‘Make the Call’ campaign.

Design Center Educates Homeowners with Remodeling Plans

Open House, April 22, will feature three seminars, industry experts and New showroom.

Report: Fairfax County Homeless Population Down 47 Percent

Budget woes threaten progress as the number of homeless people drops below 1,000 for the first time in Fairfax County.

Easter Table Design Ideas

Local tastemakers offer spring table setting and centerpiece ideas.

2016 Virginia Press Association Award Winners

Monday, April 10

Buried Alive in Arlington?

A look at hoarding in the wake of fatality

Thursday, April 6

Flat Top Burger Bridges Neighborhoods on Route 1

TC Crew Starts Strong at Noxontown Regatta

Men’s/Women’s Varsity First 4 boats dominate their races

Meet a Volunteer in Alexandria

Supporting Meals on Wheels in Alexandria

Senior Services of Alexandria

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Taxing Away Affordability

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Source For Taxes?

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Protect City of Alexandria’s Historic Image

People At Work: Take Up Sewing and Marry a Good Man

Smiles Abound on ‘Free Cone Day’ in Alexandria

‘Big Deal Bird’ in Alexandria

Open Space Or Housing for North Potomac Yard?

Plans for North Potomac Yard Take Shape

Editorial Cartoon

Murder Mistrial

Jury unable to reach verdict in murder of Shakeel Baldon.

Gunston Hall School Days

Event raises $4,000.

Goal: ‘Safe, Secure, and Just Community’ in Alexandria

Council examines public safety operations.

Out of the Depths: Story of Alexandria ship revealed.

Titan Robotics Heads for Championship Tournament

Wednesday, April 5

National English Honor Society Chapter

New Executive Director at UCM

Tuesday, April 4

Farewell to Circus ‘Big Top’

Last chance to see it in Northern Virginia.

‘Hallelujah’

Bridge Sharpens Mental Skills

Dance the Rain Away

Fairfax County Senior Centers

Retirement? Arlingtonians Are Busier than Ever

Doing what one wants.

How to Save a Life in One Day

Awareness in the Midst of an Epidemic

Thriving Family Summit addresses drug addiction.

Monday, April 3

Mid-Century Classic for Artful One-level Living

In the 1950s, Hollin Hills was a mecca for cutting-edge housing design; 60 years later, mid-century modern is a resurgent style ripe for nuanced improvements.

Elaborating a Log Cabin

Retirees find special satisfactions in pair of art studios, and front porch with view.

Fit for the Golden Years

Exercises for strength, endurance, balance and aerobics are key.

Opinion: Commentary: 10 Years of Service, Worth $500,000

‘Help Line’ at Alexandria Animal Shelter

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Digging into BID

City Tax BID is already a boondoggle.

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: BID Proposal Over-reaches

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Independent Audit Needed

Titans Volleyball Club Returns with Medals

T.C. Williams Crew Kicks Off Spring 2017 Season

Spring2ACTion 2017 in Alexandria

Community giving day set for April 5.