BIKE LANES NOT WANTED Darlene and Dick Johnson sat bravely until 1:30 a.m. at the TRCA meeting to discuss possible bike lanes on King Street.The general opinion seemed to be unwelcoming, but the final word will come from Council which will have a public hearing March 15 at 9 a.m. Everyone may attend.CANDIDATES GATHERJim Moran's announcement of his retirement has ensured much activity among Democratic candidates. The June primary will decide who gets the nomination. Eleven candidates have announced thus far.PARTY FOR HERRINGP. J. Johnson threw a party to show her support for Charniele Herring for Congress. Among those attending the party were Anne Farr, Bobbie Fisher, David Smith, Alonzo and Constance Bell, Susan Kellom, and Carolyn Herring, the candidate's mother. Also there were Sarah Stott, Sara Harris and Shelby Scarpa. Laura Derby was there from the Mount Vernon area. David Smith explained that he was supporting Charniele because she's the best candidate. "My priority has always been to help the people in my district," Charniele said. "I am so proud of my daughter," added Mrs. Herring.P. J. Johnson very generously has offered to match any donation of campaign funds. "I will try to continue the good work done by Jim Moran," said Charniele, who has served in the House of Delegates since 2009 and is the chairman of the Democratic Party of Virginia.We were all interested to hear at this gathering that Anna Leider is the new Registrar.

Lois Kelso Hunt