Alexandria: Cross-Training Plan Ignites Controversy
Medics and chief clash over Dual-Role plan.
Councilman Justin Wilson is choking on a fruit chew.
Alexandria: New Plaque in Parkfairfax Honors Vola and David Lawson
There’s no shortage of memorials in Alexandria to Vola Lawson. There’s the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter in West Eisenhower.
Alexandria: City Council Candidates Go West
Candidates debate future of the West End.
Landmark Mall. BRAC 133. Overcrowded schools. Crumbling infrastructure.
Letter: What Happened To One Alexandria?
Letter to the Editor
If Bill Euille is trying to repeat what Republican Frank Mann did in the early ‘70s, and win a write-in campaign for mayor, he has a big challenge ahead of him as Frank Mann only needed 4,122 to win a May Election.
Alexandria Home Sales: August, 2015
In August, 2015, 235 Alexandria homes sold between $3,875,000-$109,900.
Alexandria Home Sales: August, 2015
Alexandria: Mount Vernon Football To Host T.C. Williams in Conference 7 Matchup
Majors 2-1 after beating TJ, Titans 1-2 after loss to Westfield.
The T.C. Williams football team will travel to face Mount Vernon on Friday, Sept. 25.
Help for Long-Term Caregivers
AARP Virginia and the Organization of Chinese American Women will sponsor event next week.
Those embarking on a long-term caregiving journey will have an opportunity to receive support and learn about the services available to them in Northern Virginia. AARP Virginia and the Organization of Chinese American Women will sponsor an event called, “Caregiving Wisdom from an Ancient Sage,” on Sept. 22, 7 p.m., at the Shirlington Library in Arlington and again on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 7.p.m., at the George Mason Regional Library in Annandale.
First Round in the Fight for Alexandria's City Council
The long table at the front of the Departmental Progressive Club in Old Town was packed with candidates...
Tear Downs in Alexandria
Council approves demolition of 226 The Strand, overturns decision to preserve Ramsey Homes.
Despite two different and controversial discussions in City Council: Ramsey Homes and 226 The Strand are coming down.
Alexandria Appetite: 4 Scenes From Alexandria’s Restaurant Week
Annual summertime deal allows diners to taste eateries’ menus at a fraction of the price.
Every year near the end of summer, Alexandria’s Restaurant Week offers diners a prix fixe menu at some of the city’s best restaurants for a great price — generally, $35 per person or per couple depending on the establishment.
Vienna: Oakton Defense Smothers T.C. Williams
Cougars force four turnovers in shutout of Titans.
The Oakton football team defeated T.C. Williams 24-0 on Friday.
Alexandria/Mount Vernon Weekend Fun: Sept. 11-20
Events in Alexandria City and the Mount Vernon area of Fairfax County, Va.
Obituary: Nancy K. Beavers
Nancy K. Beavers, 63, of Alexandria, died at INOVA Alexandria Hospital on Aug. 30, 2015.
Letter: Two Different Sets of Rules?
Letter to the Editor
We write in full support of the Parker Gray Board of Architectural Review’s denial of the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ARHA) request to demolish Ramsey Homes and urge City Council to deny ARHA’s appeal.
Letter: Enormous Challenges
Letter to the Editor
Since high school at T.C. Williams, Bob Wood has demonstrated the many qualities of leadership, high moral character, positive interactions with people and competency in all endeavors.
Column: Importance of Senior Planning
Commentary
Families change. People get married. Some people stay married and some people do not.
Column: SOL Success at TC and Patrick Henry
Commentary
The school year has started and the staff is ready for a new year. But more good news is rolling in from last school year. T.C. Williams High School and Patrick Henry Elementary School will both be Fully Accredited in 2015-16. While ACPS will not have confirmation about the accreditation status of other schools until the end of October, the news also looks to be better all round for them too.
Column: The Power of Collective Impact
Commentary
As Alexandria welcomes in the start of a new school year, this new beginning also provides an opportunity to remind us that a child’s success in school and life is inextricably linked to what happens inside and outside of the school building.
Letter: Equal Treatment
Letter to the Editor
Public entities like the Alexandria Redevelopment Housing Authority (ARHA) must be held to the same, if not to a higher standard, than the general public.