Adrienne Wichard-Edds

Adrienne Wichard-Edds is a writer specializing in education, families and wellness. She's also co-founder of The Essay Coaches, where she helps high school students find their stories so they can find their colleges. A New Yorker at her core, Adrienne has lived in Arlington for more than 25 years. She's a graduate of the University of Virginia.

Articles by This Contributor

What We’re Learning About Menopause

Women are fired up and tired of suffering. A new medical specialty is emerging.

After Braylon

Rose Kehoe and Kris Meade lost their son weeks shy of his 18th birthday. One year later, a portrait of grief, community support and healing.

A Mystery Illness Called POTS

A debilitating disorder with a constellation of symptoms, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome is often misdiagnosed as anxiety. Doctors are missing the mark.

Stressed Out? Let These Resorts Give You the Spa Treatment

Pamper yourself with a stay at one of these luxury hideaways within driving distance of Arlington.

The Kids Are Not All Right

Pandemic stress has triggered an alarming increase in anxiety, depression and self-harm among teens. Now what do we do?

Closing the Opportunity Gap in Schools

Even in progressive Arlington, white students have opportunities that many students of color don't have. How do we change that?

Learn to Make Natural Skincare Products the Parisian Way

Elodie Cally of Elodie's Naturals is now offering outdoor workshops.

Gift Alert: Flowers That Keep on Giving

Botanologica is offering seasonal bouquet subscriptions lasting three or six weeks. The next one begins June 20.
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Gift Alert: Luna Mar Creative

Kathy McIntire's ocean-inspired jewelry is made in Arlington.

Fashion Find: Agents in Style

You can shop this Crystal City consignment boutique's couture pieces online.

Fashion Find: Bitter Grace Boutique

Anne Marie Johnson's comfort-chic wardrobe staples are all about empowering women. Shop the collection online.

A Place for Knitters, Quilters and Fiber Artists

No room for a home studio? TINT makerspace has arrived in Falls Church.