Downsizing to Celebrate 80 Years of Stuff

By Kitty Johnson Last month, I continued my quest to get together with 80 friends and family people, go to 80 places, and do 80 things. These 80 nebulous things include skills, small adventures, treating or taking care of myself, and anything else I dream up that is not a […]

Celebrating Fathers: The Pillars of Guidance, Structure, and Family Development

By: D.C. Black History Celebration Committee Beyond the traditional image of a provider, today’s father embodies guidance, emotional strength, and a steadfast presence that fosters security and growth within the family. Dedicated activist, Southwest resident, and founder of the D.C. Black History Celebration Committee Chuck Hicks says Black fathers and men are paramount […]

Youth and Education Forum Held at Arena Stage

By Southwester Staff On June 23, two task forces of the Southwest Neighborhood Assembly (SWNA) presented the 2025 Youth and Education Forum, bringing together community leaders and a range of youth-serving organizations.  SWNA’s Youth Activities Task Force and Education & Scholarship Task Force collaborated on the event, which featured nearly […]

On the Water: DC Harbor Patrol

By Anne Stom On January 30, 2025, an American Airlines jet and a U.S. Army helicopter collided over the Potomac River near National Airport.  Facing difficult conditions, strong currents, freezing temperature and an evolving debris field, the DC Harbour Patrol leapt into action enlisting the help of one of the nearby cruise ships and sending […]

Multiple Shootings Shake Southwest

By Stacy Cloyd Five people were injured as several shootings took place in Southwest DC in May and early June, leaving Southwest residents frightened and frustrated. A man was shot and his property taken early in the morning of May 1 on the 300 block of M Street SW, WLJA first […]

Ward 6 Mutual Aid Lifts Up DC

By Katrina Avila At Serve Your City/Ward 6 Mutual Aid (SYC/W6MA), we are dedicated to supporting Black and Brown youth and families across Washington, DC, by ensuring they have the resources they need to thrive. Our work is grounded in a deep commitment to the safety, dignity, and well-being of […]