All Things Current: What you'll find in your Nov.

26, 2014, edition

DEVELOPMENT
With excavation already underway, American University is scrambling to win approval for a twolevel parking garage on its new East Campus. (Northwest Current, Georgetown Current, Dupont
Current)
A critical window has passed for redevelopment of the Stevens School in the West End, with
legislation to approve the project withering in the D.C. Council. (all editions)
A representative of Childrens National Medical Center joined community leaders recently in
objecting to the U.S. State Departments request to acquire land pegged for the D.C. government at
the former Walter Reed Army Medical Center site. (Northwest Current east, Dupont Current)
EDUCATION
Janeece Docal of Powell Elementary has been chosen as the District's Principal of the Year. (all
editions)
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
A proposed expansion of the Rock Creek Valley Historic District is temporarily on hold while the
National Park Service and local preservation office clear up some confusion about its implications
for District residents and their roads. (all editions)
The Historic Preservation Review Board has tentatively approved a plan for new rooftop
mechanical equipment at the Phillips Collection. (Dupont Current, Foggy Bottom Current)
POLITICS
Marion Barry, the civil rights leader who served four terms as the District's mayor, spent 15 years as
a member of the D.C. Council and distinguished himself as the city's most iconic and polarizing
politician, died Sunday at 78. (all editions)
As the Board of Elections prepares to certify the outcomes of advisory neighborhood commission
races, several successful and unsuccessful candidates weigh in on the results. (all editions)
The D.C. Council has unanimously confirmed former Ward 3 member Kathy Patterson as its lead
auditor. (all editions)
RESTAURANTS
Though the proposal is supported by the local advisory neighborhood commission, Ward 3 D.C.
Council member Mary Cheh is opposing plans for a Nando's restaurant in Woodley Park that needs
relief from an area fast-food ban. (all editions)
Constantine Stavropoulos, whos about to launch Open City at National Cathedral, caught up with
The Current this week with some new details about his cafe. (all editions)
OTHER NEWS
When Mayor Vincent Gray activated the citys first cold-emergency alert of the season last Tuesday,
a new program in Georgetown dispatched student volunteers to comb the streets. (Northwest
Current west, Georgetown Current, Dupont Current, Foggy Bottom Current)
HOLIDAYS
An increasing number of local tree sales are run by school and nonprofit groups, which provide
shoppers with an alternative to traditional retailers and the chance to help local organizations. (all
editions)
The third annual Tenley WinterFest will kick off this Friday, beginning with the weeklong Yeti
Scavenger Hunt and a new Winterfeast. (all editions)

ON THE MARKET
A mix of vintage charm and modern chic distinguishes a 1920s row house in Crestwood, on the
market for $914,900. (all editions)
OPINION (all editions)
Editorial: Reflections on Marion Barry should overlook neither his flaws nor his many strengths.
Editorial: The D.C. State Athletic Association is a valuable program that pits all District students
against each other rather than suburban teams.
Sherwood: The whirlwind that was Marion Barry's life is reverberating in his death.
SPORTS (Northwest Current, Georgetown Current)
National Cathedral basketball is hoping to build on last year's performance, with a tough slate
aimed at preparing the Eagles for an ISL title run.
Sidwell football routed Perry Street Prep 38-0 on Saturday afternoon at Anacostia to earn a spot in
the second annual D.C. State Athletic Association Class A football championship.
No longer an underdog, Maret boys basketball is counting on a trio of veterans to keep the Frogs at
the top after the graduation of last year's three top scorers.
DISPATCHES
Hardy drama students perform for their feeder elementaries, Jewish Primary Day School sixthgraders organize a Shuk for Shalom, and other reports from local schools. (all editions)
ALSO IN THE CURRENT
Crime report
Advisory neighborhood commission reports and agendas
Reports from local citizens associations
Calendar of the week's events
Classified ads and service directory
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