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Obituary: James T. Moore Senior Remembered in Arlington
Barber, a leader in the Hall’s Hill community, now a legend
James T. Moore
Recycling in Arlington: What to do, What Not to do
Compostables is the latest opportunity to cut down on waste
Recycling in Arlington
Arlington Swimmers Want Pool Agreement Reconsidered
Superintendent‘s decision not reviewed first by school board and pool patrons
Arlington taxpayer and swimmer Walt Edwards is angry.
Parade on Albemarle Street in Arlington is All About Kids...
...and the memories of a small town Fourth of July
It was 9 a.m. on North Albemarle Street in Arlington, and the engines were revving.
Celebration of Juneteenth in Arlington
Juneteenth has always been important for African-Americans.
Jim Moore sat back at his barber chair on Lee Highway last week, the shop quiet on a midweek, midday visit, no longer the hub it was in pre-pandemic days.
Arlington Guitar Maker Launching First All-wood Modular Guitar
Kickstarter launch date of June 15 is fast approaching
Aaron Maisler visited the House of Musical Traditions in Takoma Park last year to check out the market for making a new kind of guitar.
Foster Parents of the Year Encourage Fostering Teens
Teens need guidance, are fun — mostly — and the impact is huge.
Jump ahead: May is Foster Care Month
Mother’s Day Reflection: Our Mothers Had Few Rights, Much Courage
Reflecting on mothers from a different era
All my friends were losing their mothers, and this year, it was my turn.
A Thanksgiving Like No Other, But Gratitude is on the Menu in Arlington
There won’t be a Turkey Bowl in Hall’s Hill this year, for the first time since most residents can remember.
Alexandria Business Punched by Pandemic Pivots to Survive
Sweet Root Village running pop up markets, helping the hungry
It was the end of the summer and many in Alexandria had been homebound far too long.
Arlington Volunteers Cure Ballots in North Carolina
Arlington activists canvassed in NC, and in Virginia’s 5th District for Cameron Webb, among others.
Sandra Garcia opened the chained door of her apartment in a low-income area of Raleigh, North Carolina.
An American Patriot Wants YOU to VOTE
Local Vietnam Vet is a strong proponent of voting as a duty.
”Soupy” (John) Tyler walked into Jim Moore’s barber last July and asked him if he’d be willing to make up a sign about voting, something that would inspire people to get out and vote, and he’d be glad to cover the costs.
Homestretch Virtual 5K is Keeping Arlington in Shape
Running a 5K on your own or just donating improves morale
There’s power in numbers.
Black Lives Matter Ride Showcases a Different Arlington History
Across Arlington, residents are working to relearn history.
Jim Moore was looking out his shop window on Saturday, Sept. 26, to catch the Black Lives Matter Ride that was supposed to come by his shop in Hall’s Hill.
Upton Hill’s New Parking Lot Is Full of Cyclists
Park in transition serves young and old, but shade trees are gone.
On the Friday before the long Labor Day weekend, Tomás Weber, his sister Vera Weber, and their cousin, Jonathan Melo, and grandfather “Papí” (Elvis) were enjoying the smooth, unscathed new enlarged blacktop parking lot at the Upton Hill Regional Park, along with several other young cyclists who were reveling in the near empty lot so they could show off their bike riding skills.
Moore’s Barber Shop Open, Staying Safe in Arlington
Older, vulnerable residents look for low-volume barbers who go the extra mile.
Jim Moore was finally able to open his barber shop, Moore’s Barber Shop, on May 29th, when Virginia gave the green light to hair salons and barber shops.
Northern Virginia Family Service: More than a Safety Net for 100 Years
During the Great Depression, they handed out coal and coats. Now, it’s an array of services.
Ninety-five years ago, Northern Virginia Family Service handed out coats and coal in Alexandria. Today, the organization has a much broader mission and geographic reach throughout Northern Virginia and – in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic – an increased need for its services.
TLC for Trees at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Arlington
Parishioners and Tree Stewards pair up to save tall, handsome neighbors.
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Searching for a Superintendent for Arlington
Public asked to contribute views: What do you want in a new superintendent?
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