Graduation 2014: Carter Goodwin, Valedictorian
America's High School
Speech given by the valedictorian at the T.C Williams Commencement Ceremony of 2014
The Sound of Music
Alexandria Singers to present ‘Road Trip’ concert June 20, 21.
The year was 1975, when gas was $.57 a gallon, the top selling car was the Oldsmobile Cutlass and The Captain and Tennille’s “Love Will Keep Us Together” topped the Billboard charts. It was also the year that 16 Alexandria residents got together to form the group known today as The Alexandria Singers.
Alexandria Home Sales: May, 2014
In May 2014, 258 Alexandria homes sold between $1,570,000-$129,900.
Alexandria Home Sales: May, 2014
Coloring Outside the Lines
Mayor: Torpedo Factory is the number one tourist attraction in Alexandria.
On Thursday, June 12, the Torpedo Factory Art Center officially unveiled "Coloring Outside the Lines," the mural that resident artist Rachel Kerwin has been painting in the waterfront entrance.
Senior Living: Using Technology To Enhance Life
Technology can be intimidating to learn and use, but when you get past the fear, it can enhance your life in many ways. That was the takeaway from Senior Services of Alexandria’s June Speaker Series last week at Beatley Central Library.
Great Commitment, Greater Outcome
As Space of His Own wraps up its initial year, Ryan Touhill and Walter’s relationship is off to a strong start.
Commentary: Celebrating Champions
Reflections on the T.C. Williams Class of 2014
Since arriving at Alexandria City Public Schools in October, I have enjoyed the exhilarating experience of getting to know this community. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting so many passionate parents, teachers and students. The commitment and desire to achieve among those involved in this wonderful and diverse school division has instilled me with a great sense of pride.
Ask about Unsecured Guns
Ask about unsecured guns in homes where children play.
A combined effort between the Brady Campaign to Prevent Violence and the American Academy of Pediatrics, the nation’s first ASK Day encourages parents to keep their children safe by ASKing, “Is there an unlocked gun where my child plays?”
Patchwork of Approaches to Affordable Housing in Northern Virginia
Jurisdictions use a variety of strategies to prevent homelessness.
Affordable housing means different things to different people at different times. For government officials, it's a phrase that means that a family spends no more than 30 percent of its income on housing costs, including rent or mortgage as well as taxes and utilities
Food Truck Amuse-Bouche
Draft regulations would allow food trucks to 15 city parks and recreation centers.
Think Alexandria is about to be overrun by food trucks? Think again. Draft regulations now under consideration by the Parks and Recreation Commission would limit the pilot program for food trucks to parks and recreation centers that have 10 or more parking spaces. Only three would be allowed at one place at a time, and they would be limited to vending for four hours at a time. The parking lots must be paved, and the spaces must be designated. Although the city has more than 100 parks and recreation centers, only 15 sites would qualify under the draft regulations now under consideration. The Alexandria City Council is expected to review the recommendation next week. Food trucks could start vending as early as July 1.
Manhunt Ends in Tragedy
Suspicious package prompts search, which ends in suicide and controlled explosions.
Neighbors on Hanson Street knew there was a problem between James Froman and Molly Gimmel. They could hear it from two houses away, the sound of Froman yelling at Gimmel. As their marriage was dissolving at the end of 2012, the fights became more frequent and louder. Froman became increasingly obsessed with military special forces, dressing in military uniform and spending hours at the firing range. Things spiraled out of control one December night in 2012 when he asked her to join him when he went to the shooting range so he could use her as target practice.
June 18: Council Notebook
City Council in brief from June 18.
T.C. Williams Boys’ Soccer Team Wins First State Championship
Williamson’s goal, Titans’ defense propels TC past W-L.
The T.C. Williams boys' soccer team defeated Washington-Lee 2-0 on Sunday.
T.C. Williams Boys' Soccer Advances to First State Final in Program History
Williamson produces hat trick, Miezan converts two penalty kicks in semifinal victory.
The T.C. Williams boys' soccer team will face Washington-Lee in today's state final.
Relief Just Moments Away
Alexandria's fireboat comes home.
Named Relief, Alexandria’s fireboat returned to its berth last week and stands ready for action in service to the Port City. However, its responsibilities are broader than one might expect.
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