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Shirley Ruhe

Stories by Shirley

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Lawn Business Picks Up During Pandemic

People seek food security with vegetable gardens.

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Who Is That Masked Man in Arlington?

Arlingtonians respond to recommendation to wear PPE.

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Opera NOVA, Democratizing Opera in Arlington

“The way to democratize access was to start with children.”

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Life Goes On, But Not as Usual in Arlington

Schools will remain closed through the end of the school year to help stop the spread of coronavirus.

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First You Say You Will, Then You Say You Won’t

The Poet’s Girl: A Novel of Emily Hale and T. S. Eliot

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Spring Has Sprung in Arlington

Garden plots grow vegetables and trust.

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People at Work in Alexandria: Animals are Hungry, Too

AniMeals’ monthly deliveries provide food for needy animals.

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The Seasons of Change

Robin Edwards assists with life’s difficult decisions.

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Empty Bowls Empty No More in Arlington

AFAC raises funds for families in need.

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Food for Thought, and Eating Of Course

Classic tales from Alexandria’s classic restaurants.

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Good to Give and Receive and OAR Winter Cheer Wrapping Party in Arlington

Volunteers wrap presents for 300 children who have parents incarcerated locally.

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Alexandria City Council Serves the People

Elks and Israel Temple sponsor 37th Thanksgiving Dinner.

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“Water We Gonna Do?” in Arlington

36-inch water main blows up road at Chain Bridge

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Puwen Gleans Vegetables and Friendships at Arlington Food Assistance Center

Retiring after 13 years building the Plot Against Hunger Program.

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Voters Turn Out Early Despite Few Contests in Arlington

Many Arlington races unopposed on Election Day.

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