Sydney Johnson

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A 21st-Century One-Room Schoolhouse

An Arlington 8-year-old needed a place to concentrate in the time of Covid. More than 25 neighbors donated materials for her rainbow classroom.

What to Do with Old Crayons

A local mom is melting and resurrecting them into new shapes for kids in need of art supplies.

Rocks of Love

They started painting rocks for fun. Now their stoop is a neighborhood attraction.

Buy a Juice, Donate Produce

South Block's Fruitful Planet initiative is tackling food insecurity.

Hip-Hop for Cello

Ever heard The Weeknd on strings? Meet Arlington musician and TikTok sensation Andrew Savoia.

13.1 Miles Toward Social Justice

This half marathon fundraiser focused on more than fitness. The training included conversations about race.

To Beirut, With Love

Lebanese Taverna supports relief efforts with hummus sales.

Game Night Soon? Meet Candygrams

Created by H-B alumni, it’s a wordplay game the whole family can enjoy.
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10 Questions with Samia Byrd

The longtime civil servant and city planner was named Chief Race and Equity Officer for Arlington County in early July.

Arlington Residents Stage ‘Chalk for Justice’ Block Party

After a young girl’s Juneteenth chalk art was removed, supporters came from all over Arlington to fill her neighborhood with positive messages.

The Reason I March

When does my brother go from being seen as a cute kid to being perceived as a potential threat to someone’s life?

Milk’s Favorite Cookie

Finding that sweet spot in a racial identity that isn’t black or white.