Stories for April 2018

Stories for April 2018

News 2018 April

Stories for April 2018

Monday, April 30

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Different Missions

Rebuilding Together Alexandria: Rebuilding All Year Long, But Particularly in April

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Council’s Failure

Questioning Response Times in Alexandria

Del Ray residents upset over EMS medic unit’s removal.

Ready, Set, Click in Alexandria

Spring2Action raises funds for local charities.

Stories Of Valor in Alexandria

Alexandria Artist To Exhibit at Smithsonian Craft Show

Wiwat Kamolpornwijit creates polymer clay jewelry.

Dogs, Dogs, Everywhere in Alexandria

Paws for the People Dog Show to raise funds for food pantry.

‘Rebellion in the Heartland’

A Pipeline Playwrights’ stage reading on April 30 at MetroStage.

A Day in the Life of Mayoral Opponents in Alexandria: Challenger Vice Mayor Justin Wilson

JROTC Cadets Honored in Alexandria

SAR also recognizes Viebranz, first responders.

MWAA’s New Chief: Huchler

Former Alexandria police deputy chief lands at airport.

Store’s Anniversary Offers Block Party in Alexandria

Balancing Old School Meals with New School Marketing in Alexandria

Table Talk sampling new age of commerce.

Marking Earth Day in Alexandria

A Day in the Life of Mayoral Opponents in Alexandria: Incumbent Mayor Allison Silberberg

T.C. Williams Crew Hits Mid-Season Contests

Shaping the Future Through Transit

Saturday, April 28

Robbing Peter to Pay Paul

Metro funding decision will stiffen competition between other regional transportation projects.

Friday, April 27

All In On Affordable Housing in Alexandria

Appetite: Pick Up a Picnic at Alexandria’s Jackson 20

Timely Return of ‘Harvey’ in Alexandria

Classic story centers on an invisible 6-and-a-half-foot tall rabbit.

Obituary: Former U.S. Rep. Al Swift

Wednesday, April 25

Camps & Schools: Affording Summer Camp

For families with a limited budget, paying for camp can be a challenge.

Running From Estate to City

Runners pace themselves at GW Parkway Classic Ten Miler.

Tuesday, April 24

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Time to Rediscover Libraries

Commentary: Supporting Health of all Virginians

Monday, April 23

SSA Launches $230,000 ‘Caring Connection’ Campaign

New program to serve city’s most vulnerable seniors.

History: The Other Alexandria: Alexandria World War I African American Veterans

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Workplace Mental Health

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Funds for Housing in Alexandria

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Wealth-Maker Vs. Wealth-Taker

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Praising Jefferson

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Losing Parking

Lawrence Manchio of Alexandria Turns 100 Years Old

People At Work: Providing Free Tax Assistance in Alexandria

Spring2ACTion: Make a Difference in Alexandria

OAR Celebrates 10 Years with Community Fundraiser

Living Legends: Jason Ellis Reflects Everyday Life in His Plays

All for a Good Cause in Alexandria

The Old Town Alexandria Armada

Three new ships uncovered under Robinson Terminal South.

Chief Reorganizes Alexandria Police Department

Four bureaus become three.

Planning for Mission Impossible in Alexandria

City’s sewer control plan nears approval.

Local Youth Rally in Fairfax for Better Gun Safety Laws

NRA protest Saturday draws more than 300 activists.

Revamping Local Environmental Policy in Alexandria

Commission finalizing recommendations to send to council.

Sidewalk Protests in Alexandria

Friday, April 20

Alexandria Home Sales: March, 2018

In March, 2018, 254 Alexandria homes sold between $1,950,000-$85,000.

Alexandria Home Sales: March, 2018

‘A Real Joint Effort’ in Alexandria

Collaboration yields 93 affordable apartments in West End.

Wednesday, April 18

Opinion: Editorial: Send in Mother’s Day Photos

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: It’s Time to Give Volunteers the Credit They Deserve

Teaching Lessons in Money Management

April is Financial Literacy Month.

Monday, April 16

Get Moving: Promoting Safe Routes to School for Student Health

Commentary: Public Safety Employees Deserve Fair Compensation

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Pay Police Officers More

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Affordable Housing Funds

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Don’t Belittle Arts Degrees

Historic Garden Week Celebrates 85th Year in Alexandria

Five homes on tour.

‘I Did It My Way in Yiddish (in English)’ in Alexandria

MetroStage presents Jewish comic, musician and writer Deb Filler.

‘Swimming Up the Sun’ in Alexandria

A Pipeline Playwrights’ stage reading on April 16 at MetroStage.

T.C. Williams Crew Rows to Victory

Women’s Light 8 and Frosh 8 are 2-0

‘Safe, Secure, Just’ in Alexandria

Pat Troy Laid to Rest

Friends recall his impact.

BAR Fight in Alexandria

Parker-Gray and Old Town BAR merger discussion sparks latest Silberberg-Wilson quarrel.

Wilson Defeats Silberberg in Alexandria Democratic Committee Straw Poll

City’s Democrats also pick their favorites for council.

Connecting Jobs and Housing

Major transit decisions likely to have long-term, regional ripple effect.

Goodbye, Mr. Porter in Alexandria

Council honors retiring Living Legend John Porter.

Alexandria Police Chief Discusses Data Transparency

Cost delays progress on body cameras.

Obituary: Tim Geary

Permission Granted in Alexandria

Police and Fire Departments pursue grants to fill city needs.

Hometown Heroes in Alexandria

Valor Awards to honor first responders.

Friday, April 13

Appetite: A Sense of Déjà Vu

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Traffic Bottlenecks

Tuesday, April 10

Opinion: Editorial: Expansion of Health Care in Virginia?

After years of hoping, it’s possible Medicaid expansion will come on April 11; say a prayer.

Spring in Bloom

Preparing and planning a colorful warm-weather garden.

Using Computers in Arlington to Help Stop Human Trafficking

Hackathon to focus on collaborative solutions.

OAR To Celebrate 10 Years with Fundraiser in Arlington

Monday, April 9

History: March 27, 1953: Korean War Sailor Earns Medal of Honor

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Coming Together On Gun Violence

Commentary: Sustain Affordable Housing Now

The Other Alexandria: Alexandria African Americans’ Emancipation Day

April 7, 1864

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Pay Police Officers What They’re Worth

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Sheriff’s Handling Of ICE Warrants

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Retain Best And Brightest

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Decision Reveals City's Biases

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Keep City ‘Walkable’

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: A Mayor With Initiative

March Madness in Alexandria

National Champions from Alexandria

Gold Medal Winners in Alexandria

Junior Rowers Score Wins for T.C. Williams at Noxontown Regatta

Frosh rowers make a statement at St. Andrews.

‘Run the George’ from Mount Vernon to Alexandria

Register for 34th Annual George Washington Parkway Classic.

Building Conversions Signal New Office Environments for Old Town Alexandria

Easter Sweets in Alexandria

Thompson Named Officer of Year in Alexandria

Honored by American Legion Post 24.

Old Town, New Art in Alexandria

Commission approves developer contributions for Arts and Cultural District.

Sunday, April 8

Huchler Retires from Alexandria Police Department

He’s been named MWAA Chief of Police.

Friday, April 6

Leaders of the PAC in Alexandria

Wood, Burns, and Hardaway join forces.

Uhler Terrace in Alexandria

Cramped housing development approved.

Spreading Spring Cheer in Alexandria

Coleman: Guilty of Murder in Alexandria

Police Investigate Fatal Crash in Alexandria

Come Together to Support Alexandria’s Giving Day

Arrest Follows Fatal Fight in Alexandria

Detectives Searching for Teen from Alexandria

Obituary: Susan Joyce Cluff

Wednesday, April 4

Appetite: 7 Dates to Circle in April

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Enjoy School Libraries

Area Roundups: Assistance League of Northern Virginia to Hold Fundraiser

Northern Virginia Students Work Together to Save Environment

Too Late for a Flu Shot?

Flu season may continue longer than usual this year.

Tuesday, April 3

Canines Trained for Rope Operations

Major Renovation Begins at Culpepper Garden of Arlington

Apartments to gain senior-needed amenities.

Lunch at Northern Virginia Senior Centers

85th Virginia Historic Garden Week in April

Sunrise Chefs in Head-to-Head Competition

Event demonstrates healthy from-scratch cooking with seasonal ingredients.

One-Level Master Suite Enables Aging-in-Place

Solution addresses long-term needs arising from spouse's stroke.

Never Too Early to Prepare for Senior Olympics

New this year: canasta, croquet and beach ball wallyball.

‘Collect for Kids’ Seeks Help

Donations and help from organizations is requested.

Monday, April 2

Mentor Of The Month: Books, Barks and Bowling

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Housing: Talk Or Action?

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Drivers That Injure or Kill

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Fiscal Finagling

Opinion: Letter to the Editor: Losing City’s Charm