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Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Density: Source of Problems
Many people think that density is really good for Alexandria, but in my opinion, almost every major problem within our community can be traced to over-densification.
Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Overfunding Alexandria’s Stream Projects by Several Million
According to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), the regulatory agency responsible for overseeing stream construction projects throughout the Commonwealth, DEQ no longer allows default calculations for phosphorus to be used in pollution reduction crediting.
Register Now for the Spring “Virtual” Senior Academy
Session Begins Wednesday, April 7
Spring is in the air and Senior Services of Alexandria is excited to be hosting its Spring Senior Academy virtually via Zoom starting in April.
Celebrating Purim in Alexandria
Observance marks the saving of Jews from execution in Persia.
Students at Agudas Achim Congregation donned their best costumes on Feb. 26 to celebrate Purim, the holiday marking the saving from execution of the Jewish people in 5th century BC in Persia.
They’re Back in Alexandria!
ACPS begins return to in-person classes
After nearly a year of virtual learning, Alexandria City Public Schools began the process of returning students to the classroom with a hybrid learning plan that began March 2.
Appetite: Plant-Based Cottage Bakery Coming to Del Ray
Ah, the smell of pastries – there’s really nothing like it.
Opinion: Commentary: Marijuana Legalization Can Reduce School Inequity
Marijuana legalization, which was just passed by the General Assembly, presents a rare opportunity for society to right decades of wrongs.
The Other Alexandria: His Name Lives On – Charles Hamilton Houston
Before 1965, Alexandria, Va. had separate schools for African Americans in the Alexandria school system.
Alexandria Police Arrest One for High-Speed Race on I-495
The Alexandria Police Department arrested one driver in connection with a high-speed vehicle race this weekend on I-495.
‘Winter in Fairfax City’ Restaurant Blanket Campaign
The Winter in Fairfax City campaign launched Tuesday, March 2.
‘A Way for Us to Get Back on Track’ in Fairfax City
Fairfax City manager unveils proposed FY 22 budget
Fairfax City Manager Rob Stalzer unveiled his proposed City budget for FY 22 at last Tuesday’s City Council meeting.
Fairfax City Restores Some FY 21 Budget Cuts
Concerned about a potential shortfall of nearly $18 million in its FY 21 budget, the Fairfax City Council took decisive action during its Jan. 5 quarterly budget review.
Congregation Adat Reyim Welcomes New Rabbi in Springfield
Rabbi Chana Leslie Glazer helps congregation grow despite pandemic
Rabbi Chana Leslie Glazer is a collaborator.
Cappies Review: ‘Jurassic Park’ at Robinson
Robinson Secondary School presents ‘Life Finds a Way.’
In a time where live theatre is just as rare as seeing a velociraptor roaming about, creativity and inspiration can be scarce, but not for Robinson Secondary School.
Lofty Progress for Lorton Community Center
Steel beams now rise high in the sky dwarfing the former Lorton Library on Richmond Highway.
‘I’m Excited about the Church’s Bright Future’ in Centreville
Centreville Presbyterian pastor retires after three decades there.
The Rev. Rob Bromhead has been a pastor for nearly 40 years – 31-1/2 of them at Centreville Presbyterian Church.
Multi-Kilogram Fentanyl Trafficker Sentenced
An Arlington man was sentenced Feb. 24 to 151 months in prison for participating in a conspiracy to distribute over seven kilograms of fentanyl.
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month
Women push for earlier diagnosis and treatment.
Liz, an Arlington resident who had been abroad doing research, returned to Arlington in November 2019 for a conference, and while riding in the car with her mother, was doubled over in pain.
It’s the First Day of School in Arlington — But It’s March
Load up your backpack, wash your hands, complete your daily online symptom screener, put on your mask, and head for the school bus.
