$1,276,909 Raised by Spring2ACTion
Alexandria comes together for its 5th annual giving day.
Alexandria’s annual online giving day, Spring2ACTion, generated $1,276,909 for 129 Alexandria nonprofits in just 24 hours on April 22.
Mount Vernon: Festive Start to Fort Hunt Fast Pitch Season
Fort Hunt Softball held its Opening Day celebration on Sunday, April 12, at the Walt Whitman softball complex. Approximately 400 people including players, family members and volunteers attended. The party started off with a picnic, games and dancing.
Firefighter McClain's Life of Service
Firefighter McClain retires after 34 years.
One of Alexandria’s longest serving firefighters has stowed his equipment for the last time. As of April 29, Capt. Thurston McClain officially said goodbye to emergency calls and 24-hour shifts when he retired after serving 34 years with the Alexandria Fire Department.
Letter: Value of Public Servants
Letter to the Editor
From the beginning, residents of Old Town have only wanted the very best for the Old and Historic District, starting with the group of women who spearheaded the drive that made us the third nationally designated Historic District in the country.
Letter: Massive Debt
Letter to the Editor
This letter was triggered when I heard the three mayor candidates tell an audience last Thursday, which included me, why they should be mayor.
Letter: Value of Sweet Briar
Letter to the Editor
In a world that is poised to degrade distinction as discrimination, well-done single sex education is a gem that must not be tossed away.
Letter: Different Perspective
Letter to the Editor
I’ve been observing and testifying at City Council meetings since James Moran was mayor.
Letter: Protect Old Town’s Historic Nature
Letter to the Editor
The other day, my good friend Poul Hertel was reading a speech that George Washington gave to a very skeptical House of Representatives. Instead of getting angry (as had been expected), Mr. Washington called on everyone to "Unite our efforts to improve our immense advantage."
Letter: Squelching Comments
Letter to the Editor
The Potomac Yard property is underutilized and I support efforts to locate a metro rail station at Potomac Yard.
Letter: Cartoon Not Funny
Letter to the Editor
As program chairman of Alexandria’s Sesquicentennial Commemoration of the Civil War, I have planned programs for the last two years to illuminate truths about various aspects of the War, including its causes.
Letter: A Different Vision for City
Letter to the Editor
I’m not going to tell you which mayoral candidate to vote for on June 9, but I am going to tell you which two Democrats you shouldn’t vote for and why.
Letter: Too Much Spending
Letter to the Editor
Spending taxpayer money seems to be the mantra of this mayor and his compliant council.
Letter: Focus on Middle Schools
Letter to the Editor
The following is an open letter to the mayor, City Council and School Board.
Letter: ‘Simply Can’t Have It All’
Letter to the Editor
Several neighborhood associations hosted the first Mayoral debate in the MacArthur School cafeteria last Thursday, April 23. As a relatively new Alexandria resident and voter, it was a good opportunity for me to learn about old and new city issues as well as to observe the candidates, and watch them interact.
Column: Animeals on Wheels
Providing assistance to senior pet owners.
It’s well known that pets can play a significant role in the quality of a senior’s life by providing personal companionship.
Summer Sailing Camp: Outside, Hands-On, Empowering
Amy Zang has just returned from a week sailing the British Virgin Isles with nine members of her extended family ranging from her 78-year-old, legally-blind father to her brother's 4- and 6-year old children.
Diverse Camps Offer Summer Fun
Northern Virginia has scores of local camps for summer learning and fun.
Scores of local camps in Northern Virginia that offer many opportunities for summer fun and learning. Here is a sampling of diverse camps that range from art to theater to field trips to swimming, tennis and music. There's even a camp for aspiring musicians who want to form a band.
Column: Celebrating Mom and Dad Without Selling Either Short
Commentary
In today’s marketing environment, it seems as though one gender cannot make progress without disparaging another.
Summer Fun for Adults
The region offers a wide range of programs for adults.
Summer fun is no longer reserved for children. Whether one’s interests lie in exploring nature and hiking in the woods or immersed in history, art and literature on a university campus, the region abounds with warm weather opportunities.
