Food Fight Fundraiser for DC Central Kitchen Packs Anthem

The 20th anniversary of the Capital Food Fight fundraiser for DC Central Kitchen took place November 7th at The Anthem. Guests enjoyed bites from local eateries and cooking competitions included celebrity chef Carla Hall and former Washington National Ryan Zimmerman. Courtesy of Fredo Vasquez By Melissa Silverman  On November 7, […]

Virtual Tutoring Program Seeks Community Volunteers

By Katrina Avila  Serve Your City/Ward 6 Mutual Aid (SYC/W6MA) has always centered the safety, well-being, and dignity of our neighbors. Since its inception, SYC/W6MA has worked relentlessly to provide essential resources—including food, cleaning supplies, school materials, digital devices, household goods, and clothing—to those in need. Central to this mission […]

Third Annual Mutt Strutt a Success

The 2024 Mutt Strutt costume contest was judged by community leaders, including Ward 6 Councilmember Charles Allen. Courtesy of Fredo Vasquez By Southwester Staff The Southwest DC Community Center hosted its Fall Family Fest and third Annual Mutt Strutt. The event’s kickoff was a one mile “strutt” around Southwest. Charlene, the […]