By Southwester Staff With much of the city and nation shut down, or practicing social distancing, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Thelma D. Jones, breast cancer survivor and founder of the Thelma D. Jones Breast Cancer Fund (TDJBCF), acted quickly to ensure that her support group continued to meet monthly, […]
Amidon Tutor of the Month: Johnny Beason
By Robert St. Cyr Last year, in partnership with Southwest Neighborhood Assembly’s Education and Scholarship Task Force, Community Scholar started a tutoring program at Amidon-Bowen. Tutors have completed training and are now working with students for the second year of this successful program. Thank you to all of our neighbors […]
In Loving Memory of Joanne Paylor, May She Rest in Peace and Power
By Iran “Bang” Paylor Joanne Paylor was born in Washington, D.C., in 1958 to Cordie Mae Paylor. She remained a native of the SW quadrant of the nation’s capital until she passed away in her home on March 8, 2020. Joanne always strived to obtain more and believed in education […]
Businesses Offering Takeout, Delivery, and Curbside Pickup at the Wharf
By Southwester Staff Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, and the new normal of social distancing, much of our daily lives have been altered. There are people about, and the community is abuzz, but we are all politely keeping our distance. This is a difficult time for everyone in the community […]
Small Business Spotlight: Shantell’s Natural Hair
By Southwester Staff Meet Southwest small business owner Shantell, a “Mompreneur” of two children. Shantell was born and raised in Washington, D.C., and enjoys spending time with her family and making YouTube videos for her channel. She is also the owner of a local small business in the cosmetic industry, […]
Local Businesses Still Serving the Waterfront Community
By Southwester Staff With nationwide shutdowns and social distancing being implemented to slow the spread of Coronavirus, many local businesses and their employees are feeling the economic strain. During this unprecedented time, many businesses and restaurants are struggling to stay open in some capacity. Some storefronts have shortened their hours […]
Bread for Life Program at Pancake Church Keeps Serving
By Louise Chase Dettman “Whether you are called to serve or have a need to be served, all are welcome at St. Augustine’s every Sunday morning at 8 a.m. for one of the best breakfasts in town and the most welcoming volunteers around!” That’s what St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church says […]