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Shirley Ruhe

Stories by Shirley

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Recognizing Opioid Problem, And Acting in Arlington

Determining what might work for different individuals.

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Alexandria Gas Lines Targeted for Replacement

Washington Gas schedules work under VA SAVE program.

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Arlington Resident’s Road Back from Addiction

"We relapse — that's what we know how to do."

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Fundraising Breakfast in Arlington to Benefit OAR

Strengthening community through second chances.

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Breakfast in Arlington to Benefit OAR

Strengthening community through second chances.

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Part 2 in a Series: Narcan Saves Lives in Arlington

The role of Narcan in opioid overdoses.

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In the Fight Against Arlington Opioid Epidemic

Drug of the moment may change, but underlying problem remains.

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Preview: Join ‘Shining Light on Hunger’ Fundraiser in Arlington

Support Arlington Food Assistance Center.

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People At Work: Fun, Friendship and Futsal in Alexandria

TC school resource officers connect with students through soccer.

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A Musical Valentine's Day

Bringing harmony and a box of chocolates.

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Sleep and Be Counted in Arlington

Sixty-five volunteer for Arlington Point in Time homeless count.

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Off Again, On Again…at Least Until Feb. 15

Federal furloughed employees share stories.

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Diverted to Treatment in Alexandria

City agencies work together for new drug treatment court.

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Responding to Gas Leaks in Alexandria

Washington Gas meets with residents.

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MLK Day of Service Volunteers Brave the Cold in Arlington

Nearly 1,000 sign up to participate in community service.

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People At Work: Harris Works to Empower ARHA Residents

Opening up the political process.

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Fish, Fun, and New Year's Festivities in Arlington

A New Year’s Eve tradition for seniors.

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OAR Volunteers Bring Smiles of Joy to Children in Arlington

Connecting with incarcerated parents.

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Santa Shares Time with Arlington Children

Part of AHC’s Afterschool program.

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Give Glittery in Alexandria

Finding gifts that sparkle.

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A Pattern of Gas Smell Reports in Alexandria?

Clover-College Park residents concerned about multiple gas smell reports.

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Celebrating Adoption/Foster Care Program in Arlington

Yorktown High School choir adds to the festivities.

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Make Everyone Happy for the Holidays

Toys and food for animal friends.

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Learning about Virginia Cooperative Extension

Showcase describes programs.

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Providing ‘What Each Person Needs and Wants’

Synergy HomeCare designs individual plans.

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Children Give and They Receive in Arlington

Residents contribute to the Fill the Cruiser Holiday Toy Drive.

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Thanksgiving with an International Flair in Arlington

Housing residents from around the world share American tradition.

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Thanksgiving Dinner Offers More Than Turkey in Arlington

An “extended family” tradition.

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Bill Woolf Receives National Honor for Anti-Trafficking Efforts

Volunteers needed to expand prevention effort.

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Arlington: Zero Homeless Veterans

Now on to the rest.

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Support Affordable Housing in Arlington

Arlington for Everyone website features stories from subsidized housing residents to retirees to millennials.

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