By Joséphine Demos On April 6th, Southwest hosted elite and amateur runners from around the world as they coursed through the Credit Union Cherry Blossom (CUCB) 10 mile run. The event, dubbed The Runner’s Rite of Spring, has long been a prevernal tradition for many of Washington’s amateur runners. For […]
The Importance of Local News
By Dan Mitrovich Many of us know and remember the late Speaker of the House, Tip O’Neil, who grew up in North Cambridge, Massachusetts. I begin my piece here today with Tip O’Neil’s famous quote, “all politics is local.” While there are several variations of this phrase, this version resonates […]
Your Voice at Work: Highlights from ANC 6D’s April Meeting
By Kelly Thomas Each month, we’re sharing updates from ANC 6D to keep neighbors informed about the decisions shaping our Southwest community. ANC 6D is our community’s official voice to DC’s government, advocating on everything from traffic safety to new development applications. At the April 21 meeting, public safety dominated […]
Ward 6 Mutual Aid Invites You to Get Involved
By Katrina Avila At Serve Your City/Ward 6 Mutual Aid (SYC/W6MA), we are deeply committed to supporting Black and Brown youth and families across Washington, DC, ensuring they have access to the resources needed to thrive. Centered on the safety, well-being, and dignity of our neighbors, our work spans after-school […]
Community Workshops Spark Conversation About 4th Street Southwest’s Future
By Southwester Staff On March 24 and April 10, over 60 Southwest workers, residents, and community leaders gathered for 4th Street Visioning Workshops to reimagine a more vibrant future that deepens 4th Street’s role as a place for the community to meet, dine, shop, and gather with neighbors. Hosted by […]
Councilmember Charles Allen Introduces “Fix the Tix” Bill
By Southwester Staff On April 8, Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen convened a coalition representing local music venues, artists, and organizations at The Anthem to announce legislation targeting ticket scalpers and resale platforms. The bill would put in place a price cap on resold tickets for live performances, ban speculative […]
Southwest DC’s Link to Titanic Tragedy
By Friends of Titanic Memorial April serves as a poignant reminder of the Titanic disaster—and Southwest’s lasting connection to the tragedy. On April 15, 1912, more than 1,500 people perished when the RMS Titanic, famously billed as “unsinkable,” sank during its maiden voyage. In the wake of the disaster, a […]