Alexandria Goes to War (Again)
City planning a number of activities to commemorate forgotten conflict.
The War of 1812 was the first war that America lost, a bitter conflict that began with an ill-planned invasion of Canada that ended when the British burned the Capitol and the executive mansion.
Letter to the Editor: Don’t Move Engine 204
To the Editor: As a resident within the area served by Engine 204, I find it hard to grasp why Engine 204 should be relocated to Eisenhower Avenue. I believe it would be an unwise decision that would affect the public, our lives, homes and many businesses throughout our communities of the south side of Old Town Alexandria and the north side of our city.
Letter to the Editor: Are Bike Lanes Really Necessary?
To the Editor: By unanimously overruling the directly affected residents’ desires to put a bike lane on King Street, could our council overlords really want to enable more bike usage; less vehicular traffic? Pedaling a bike does burn calories, and surely more pedalers mean fewer cars. What’s not to like about less vehicular congestion and better health, at least for the pedalers?
Brief: Police Arrest Man in Malicious Wounding
The Alexandria Police Department is investigating a malicious wounding that occurred in the 2500 block of N. Van Dorn Street on Wednesday, March 19. Police responded to a report of a stabbing at approximately 5 a.m. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male victim suffering from stab wounds.
Letter to the Editor: Beware Becoming Pedestrian Unfriendly
To the Editor: The subject of managing bicycle traffic in Old Town is a complex one, but a key element is the effect of such traffic on the quality of life for residents. Old Town must be a walkable city, something it seemed to emphasize a few years ago but now has taken a back seat to other interests. It is evident that Old Town residents have complained about bicyclists not stopping at stop signs and not yielding to pedestrians, and added to this peril is the recent declaration by City Council that bicycles may travel on the city sidewalks. How can all of this be interpreted as anything but placing pedestrian safety, and pedestrian access, second to bicycle traffic?
Child & Family Network Centers Opens New Headquarters
The Child & Family Network Centers held a community breakfast and a cocktail reception for its sponsors, donors, volunteers and local business supporters at its new West End headquarters on Wednesday, March 19. CFNC Board Chairman Steve Nearman remarked on the organization's progress during its 30-year history, citing founder Barbara Fox Mason for her vision and CFNC CEO and Executive Director Margaret Patterson for her boldness to expand CFNC's reach in the community. Nearman also introduced the guest speaker of the morning Del. Rob Krupicka.
Three New Members Join ACT for Alexandria’s Board
ACT for Alexandria, Alexandria’s community foundation, has added Lynnwood Campbell, David Frantz and Lori Murphy to its board of directors. Campbell, a retired federal worker, is a former member of the school board and presently serves a board role on a number of other Alexandria nonprofits including Senior Services of Alexandria, the Alexandria NAACP and the Alexandria Animal Welfare League. Campbell’s experience in business and accounting, both in the private and public sectors, will aid ACT in the business, accounting and audit arenas.
Letter to the Editor: Seeds of Success Are Sown
To the Editor: The recent settlement agreement between the Old Dominion Boat Club and the city is cause for celebration. We applaud both sides for bringing this long litigious battle to an end in a manner we find fair — but more importantly sets the stage for the world class waterfront that our community can treasure. Someday in the near future a visitor at the foot of King Street will never again have to ask “where's the water” while a new state of the art Boat Club facility will rise out of the flood plain replacing the Beachcomber eyesore.
West Potomac’s Barnes, Lescher Befuddle T.C. Williams
Wolverine pitchers combine for 12 strikeouts during 4-1 victory.
West Potomac pitchers limited T.C. Williams to three hits on Tuesday night.
SWAN: Support Women Artists Now
An evening of empowerment and energy.
To commemorate Women’s History Month in March, the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association featured an evening of women-performed arts including poetry, dance performances, visual arts, and music.
Letter: Towards a Healthy Norm
To the Editor
Sheriff Awards Employees
The Alexandria Sheriff’s Office held its annual Employee Awards and Promotion Recognition Ceremony at the Office’s headquarters on Mill Road on March 25.
Sheriff Awards Employees
The Alexandria Sheriff’s Office held its annual Employee Awards and Promotion Recognition Ceremony at the Office’s headquarters on Mill Road on March 25.
Obit: Patricia Ann Rohrer
Patricia Ann Rohrer, a popular and well-known Alexandria pianist for many years, died Feb. 26, 2014 at her home in Alexandria.
Letter: The Ultimate Flim Flam Job
A letter to the editor.
County Honors Its Heroes
Chamber of Commerce hosts annual Valor Awards.
The 36th annual Valor Awards, honoring public safety heroes, was presented by the Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce at a luncheon at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner on Monday, March 31.
New Arrivals at Animal Shelter
Rescued dogs need adopting.
In its role as an emergency placement partner for the Humane Society of the United States, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria added 10 dogs and four rabbits to the shelter on Wednesday, Marach 26.
Night Honors Women’s Contributions to Community
Ten women were recognized by the Commission for Women for their contributions to the Alexandria community at the Salute to Women Awards at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on Monday, March 31.
Elementary School Students Partner with ASO
Orff Ensemble works with El Sistema consultants in workshops.
John Adams Elementary School in Alexandria and the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra held their second week-long El Sistema workshop during the week of March 24.
AWLA Summer Animal Camp
Children and animals, a natural connection.
The AWLA offers a Summer Animal Camp for 3rd/4th, 5th/6th, and 7th/8th graders.