Combating Animal Cruelty
During the summer and fall, I heard from constituents who believe that there should be stiffer penalties for those who hurt household pets. We have seen examples of this in our community. Last summer, someone left sausages with fish hooks on Duke Street in Alexandria outside for animals to eat.
New President, New Ideas Coming to FABB
Bicycling group continues to grow with biking efforts in Fairfax County.
Over at the Fairfax Alliance for Better Bicycling, 2024 will start out with a new president, as former president Bruce Wright steps down and newly elected Joy Faunce takes over.
Ribbon Cutting for Soma Yoga Healing Center
Soma Yoga is a center dedicated to helping clients improve their quality of life in a safe and nurturing environment.
The Chamber ALX’s CareerCon: A Post-Grad Masterclass
The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce CareerCon, presented by Virginia Tech Innovation Campus on Friday, Feb. 16
Beyer Supports 401Kids Savings Act
The new bill would create children’s savings accounts (CSAs) for every single child in America, building lifelong wealth and economic self-sufficiency for kids from families with limited resources.
2024 Spring Garden Market at River Farm
The American Horticultural Society’s annual Spring Garden Market at River Farm will be April 12-13.
ACHS to Host Mid-Atlantic Erg Sprints
Feb. 3 event is the largest indoor rowing championship.
Alexandria City High School will host more than 1,500 rowers Feb. 3 as the host site for the 2024 East Coast USRowing Indoor National Championship.
Alexandria Police Department Investigates False Threats on Schools as Swatting
On Jan. 24, City of Alexandria Police Department received multiple calls threatening the safety of two Alexandria City Public Schools.
Potomac Yard Virtual Sessions Feb. 1; Pop Up Feb. 3
Alexandria News Briefs
Historic District Is Essentially Finished
Letters to the Editor
Reality Check Needed Before Pursuing Sports Complex at Potomac Yard
Letters to the Editor
Biden, Harris Visit Northern Virginia
Second stop of Vice President Kamala Harris’s Reproductive Freedom Tour
President and VP
Snow Days!
Two snow storms last week each gifted Montgomery County with about 4 inches of snow, and closed school for three days, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
Debra Roepke Appointed Executive Director of Alexandria Seaport Foundation
The Alexandria Seaport Foundation Board of Directors has Debra Roepke as Executive Director. A distinguished nonprofit leader and recognized expert in volunteer engagement and management, Roepke will spearhead a transformative journey for the Foundation, leading initiatives to expand the Foundation’s capacity, enhancing the skills-based Apprentice Program, and aligning efforts with the evolving needs and aspirations of the young adults the foundation serves.
Washington Legacy Foundation Announces Essay Contest
Competition open to 7th and 8th grade students.
“This is a unique chance for budding historians in our community to showcase their knowledge, analysis, and writing skills.” — George Washington Legacy Foundation president Marion Moon
Bills, Bills, Bills
We are in the midst of the second full week of session down here in Richmond, and our work is picking up quickly!
Circuit Breakers
Titan Robotics begins 10th season.
“We have to design, manufacture, program and test the robot all from scratch on our own.” — Titan Robotics team president Charlie Sokolove
Children's Almanac — Hoover Middle, Mrs. Bryant's Grade 6
Students in Mrs. Bryant’s Grade 6 English class, Hoover Middle School
Children's Almanac — Hoover Middle, Mrs. Bryant's Grade 6