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The Conversation about Service Shutoffs Reached the Council, Once Again
The Office of the People's Counsel and Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne Nadeau (D-Ward 1) engaged in dialogue that led, in part, to legislation that prevents an electric or gas company from shutting off residential service during the summer and winter months. The post The Conversation about Service Shutoffs Reached the Council, Once Again appeared first on The Washington Informer.
D.C getting ready for the Fourth of July
D.C preparing for the Fourth of July where you can find a free concert on the Capitol Grounds as well as fireworks near the Pencil and Lincoln Memorial. There will be scavenger hunts for many to enjoy as the Capitol Ground opens at 3 pm on the Fourth welcoming anyone to celebrate.
LandSkyAI integrates advanced robotics for security and surveillance solutions.
LandSkyAI is a leading system integrator specializing in advanced aerial & ground robotics solutions for perimeter security and surveillance applications. The team, backed by over 100+ years of collective security industry experience, is committed to making robotics adoption simple across various industries. Their mission is to enable organizations worldwide to be efficient, effective, and safe through autonomous robotics, with a vision to increase robotics adoption by simplifying complex systems.
Cliff Holtz New CEO At American Red Cross
Cliff Holtz is the new president and chief executive officer of the American Red Cross in Washington, D.C. Holtz joined the Red Cross in 2011 and assumed the role as president and CEO on July 1, following the retirement of Gail McGovern. Holtz was chief operating officer of the Red...
Non-Fatal Stabbing Case Postponed Pending Competency Finding in a Murder Case
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. DC Superior Court Judge Jennifer Di Toro agreed on July 2 to reschedule a status hearing in a non-fatal stabbing case until the defendant’s competency is determined in a murder case. Larry Odoms, 62, is charged...
Capitol Lens | Folk it up
Army veteran Lori Archiquette and members of Native American Women Warriors, a nonprofit group that helps active and retired Native American servicewomen, participate in the Smithsonian Folklife Festival at the National Native American Veterans Memorial in Washington on Monday. This year’s festival theme was Indigenous Voices of the Americas.
Col. Allison Black receives DAR’s Margaret Corbin Award in Washington D.C., honoring her distinguished military service
Col. Allison Black received the prestigious Margaret Corbin Award from the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) on Saturday night, June 29, 2024, in Washington, D.C. The award, presented during DAR’s Continental Congress, honors women in all branches of the military for distinguished service. It pays tribute to...
Fourth of July Fun at the Capital Jewish Museum
Meet other local families for a day of Fourth of July fun including specialty crafts, music, food and more at a free event at the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. This family Independence Day celebration will be held on the museum’s newly opened rooftop terrace on Thursday, July 4, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Activities were designed with children ages 3 to 10 in mind. Families will have the opportunity to learn about Jewish Revolutionary War history from representatives from the National Museum of American Jewish Military History.
Where to find free food in D.C. this summer
Food insecurity — when someone doesn’t have access to enough healthy food to meet their needs — affects 11 percent of D.C. residents. As summer starts, the problem grows worse for many families because school breakfast and lunch programs come to an end. And with food costs still rising across the United States, people are feeling the burden of food insecurity in a notoriously expensive District. Despite the challenges of accessing healthy and low-cost nutrition, many local groups and advocates are helping D.C. residents find free and affordable food this summer. A patchwork system of shelters, charitable organizations, and nonprofits has sprouted in D.C. to help residents access hot meals, find healthy ingredients, and qualify for nutritional assistance programs. Here are some places to look for food and food assistance this summer.
The 2025 D.C. budget funds over 600 new vouchers, but homeless advocacy groups say it won’t be enough
The D.C. Council finalized the city’s $21 billion budget for the 2025 fiscal year on June 12, 2024, reversing some of the largest cuts made in the mayor’s proposed budget. But housing advocates warn it’s still not enough. The council approved the budget last week, funding 619...
TOPA Needs Capital to Succeed
At LISC, we were pleased to see recent reporting on Washington, D.C.’s Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) by Roshan Abraham in Shelterforce/Next City, including his article on the unique model pursued by the Baldwin House collective (“How ‘Tenant Stewards’ are Using TOPA to Form a Co-op”). Abraham uplifts the vision and purpose of this unique co-op, but emphasizes their uncertainty about how they will be able to pay back the loan that allowed them to make the purchase.
National Mall Fourth of July fireworks: Some changes this year, officials say
WASHINGTON - This Thursday, the United States will celebrate its 248th birthday, which means thousands upon thousands of people will be heading to the National Mall to see the spectacular fireworks show this Independence Day. However, for those who love to view the Fourth of July fireworks show from the...
Swim lessons throughout the DMV for children and adults
WASHINGTON - During this sizzling heat wave, there is no better way to cool down than a nice swim. For those that do not know how to swim, no need to fret, there are plenty of local places to start your swim lessons. Here are multiple locations across the DMV...
Pikes Peak Lemonade Announces First Franchise Sale
Pikes Peak Lemonade will soon land in Washington D.C., Virginia, and Delaware areas as it expands nationwide through franchising. , known for its flavorful and creative lemonade concoctions and Instagrammable beverage experience, has just announced the sale of its first franchise unit to franchise partner Michael J. Cooke. The new franchise will operate as a mobile model, serving communities in and around Washington D.C., Virginia, and Delaware.
Taco Tuesday gets a crunchy twist: Little Miner Taco's Walki Taki debut
WASHINGTON, D.C. (7News) — Little Miner Taco owner Kathy Voss and head chef Joel Sanchez joined Good Morning Washington to celebrate the launch of the Walki Taki on taco Tuesday. Little Miner Taco offers a creative twist on traditional Mexican cuisine with customizable bowls, burritos, quesadillas, nachos and specialty...
Two county youth return from D.C. trip
Danielle Blankenship and Emily Faulkenberry, students from Turner and Marietta, respectively, recently returned from the Oklahoma Youth Tour trip to Washington, D.C. The duo was sponsored by Red River Valley Rural Electric Association. Each year, the cooperative sponsors a contest for high school juniors in their service area, and two...
Local Salvation Army Post names new commander
Retirement has been put on hold for a second time for Sergeants Les and Mary Ashby as he has taken over as the new commander of the Salvation Post in Washington. A little over a year ago the Ashbys had settled in for retirement after having served a combined 80-plus years in the Salvation Army. […] The post Local Salvation Army Post names new commander appeared first on Washington Daily News.
Gonzaga High School C Christian Gurdak Commits to Virginia Tech
The Hokies grabbed there biggest commitment for the 2025 class so far in big man Christian Gurdak. The Hokies were early on Gurdak, and have led the race ever since he was a freshman in high school. The 6'9" center received offers from Notre Dame, Maryland, Clemson, Penn State, and others. Gurdak ranks as the #98 recruit in the class of 2025 (#12 center) according to 247Sports.com and the #4 player in Washington, D.C.
Today’s Rental was chosen for the price, in unit washer/dryer and rocking chair, obviously
This rental is located at Sherier Place near Norton Street. The Craigslist ad says:. “$1,200 / 1br – 450ft2 – Sunny English basement / Private entrance (Palisades, Sibley Hospital; Georgetown; Nr. Brookmont, MD.) Sunny English basement situated in a quiet garden in the beautiful Palisades neighborhood of Washington,...
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