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Fleshman appointed to George Mason University faculty
George Mason University (GMU) has appointed Taylor Ann Fleshman to its faculty beginning in the fall of 2024. “I’m really excited to grow and mentor the harp department at GMU!” she says. “Each student brings something unique to their musical journey. By encouraging a well-rounded education that spans different musical genres, ensembles, and practice techniques, they’ll develop into versatile musicians ready for today’s multifaceted musical landscape.” As a clinician, Fleshman has given masterclasses at the University of Cincinnati, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and the University of North Carolina School of the Arts and was guest faculty at the 2023 American Harp Academy.
George Mason becomes new home for 400,000 biological specimens from Inova Health Systems
George Mason University’s College of Public Health is the new home of 400,000 biological specimens through a partnership with Inova Health Systems. This repository of specimens, called a biobank, is an extensive collection of obstetrical and perinatal samples, along with follow-up health information, providing a rare and invaluable asset in public health and in the education of our future health, science, and technology care workforce.
Serge Clement: Mid-Major Standout Joins George Mason as Assistant Coach
George Mason University's head basketball coach, Tony Skinn, has announced the addition of Serge Clement as an assistant coach to the men's basketball program. Clement, recognized as a top mid-major assistant, brings a wealth of experience after successful stints at Hofstra and Marist. Clement led Hofstra to three consecutive 20+...
Sorie Mansaray Sentenced For Attempted Murder In Maryland
Sorie Mansaray, who has no known address, was sentenced on July 17 to 30 years in prison with all but 12 years suspended following a July 2022 shooting that was caught on camera. On July 22, 2022, prosecutors say that Mansaray shot at a vehicle that pulled onto the 11000...
DC police looking for suspects who robbed 3 businesses in 1 day in Northwest
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is looking for the suspects involved in robbing three businesses around Northwest D.C. On Wednesday morning, a group of suspects went into three different businesses in Northwest and stole merchandise. This is when and where the robberies happened: MPD released a picture of the suspects […]
Scorching Heat Interfering with Northeast Corridor Operation
WASHINGTON, D.C. –– After several days of temperatures hovering around 100 degrees, especially near the Washington, D.C. area, NEC railroads are reporting operating problems due to the extreme heat. For example, NJ Transit has issued the following warning:. “Due to the extreme temperatures, NJ TRANSIT is currently experiencing...
“We are the swing vote:” Poor People’s Campaign assembles in Washington
Thousands of people gathered in front of the Capitol building for the Mass Poor People’s and Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly and Moral March to the Polls on June 29. Ahead of a contentious election year, attendees from religious organizations, social justice groups, and unions traveled from over 30 states and D.C. to call on elected officials to address poverty, according to organizers.
Capitals and Monumental Sports & Entertainment announce college Capital Hockey Classic
Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) announced on Wednesday the inagural Capital Hockey Classic featuring a doubleheader at Capital One Arena, the home of your Washington Capitals. The game will take place on Thursday December 12 and feature a contest between Army and Navy's club hockey teams followed by a matchup between Army and Penn State's division one programs.
Dr. Gregory Bernard Named New Director for the Naval Postgraduate School Center for Homeland Defense and Security
The Naval Postgraduate School Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS) has appointed Dr. Gregory Bernard as its new director according to a post on LinkedIn. This announcement follows a productive week in Washington, D.C., where Interim Director Jodi Stiles and Dr. Bernard engaged with FEMA leadership and introduced Dr. Bernard at a regional alumni meeting held at the Smithsonian’s Ripley Center.
Carjacking Defendant Waives Right to Preliminary Hearing
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Help us continue our mission into 2024. DC Superior Court Judge Heide Herrmann granted a carjacking defendant’s motion to waive his preliminary hearing on July 16. Larry Fisher, 31, is charged with armed carjacking for his alleged involvement in a carjacking that took...
Reliable Tavern temporarily or “temporarily” closed near Petworth Metro?
A reader reports last night: “Reliable tavern on Georgia closed today with minimal notice to staff and no notice to patrons. New ownership deal fell through apparently. This is from a (now) former employee.”. Ed. Note:. Reliable Tavern’s Social media was last updated July 12th. I have previously been...
Byrdland Records Helps Connect Music Fans to Local Artists One Membership at a Time
The bright tambourines of the Jackson 5’s “I’ll Be There” can be heard from most corners of Devry and Sean Jones’ Manor Park apartment. The song plays from a tucked-away corner where the couple’s record player sits atop IKEA shelves holding more than 3,700 albums.
The Latest Dish: Sizzling Summer Openings, Reopenings
Ch-Ch-Changes: Duke’s Grocery has arisen at 1513 17th St. NW in the Dupont Circle neighborhood with a new draft beer system, a bigger kitchen, new HVAC, wood and steel support beams and floors that no longer shake. What’s the same? Burgers made from Creekstone Farms patties.
An ANC 3F election update: Who’s in, who’s not, and the deadline to join the race
It’s not too late to run for the advisory neighborhood commission serving Van Ness, Forest Hills, and parts of North Cleveland Park and Chevy Chase. So far, ANC 3F incumbents Teri Huet (ANC 3F02), Mitch Baer (3F03), and Courtney Carlson (chair, 3F06) have told Forest Hills Connection they are running for another two-year term. Marilyn Slatnick (3F01) says she will not run. Adrian Iglesias (3F05) has not yet decided. Claudette David (ANC 3F04) has not responded.
News Bytes: Mansion Tax, GU President Suffers Stroke
The District Council passed the city’s $21-billion budget for fiscal 2025 on June 12. The new budget contains a property tax hike, introduced by Council Chairman Phil Mendelson, on homes valued at more than $2.5 million. . The D.C. Policy Center wrote: “The so-called ‘mansion tax’ would separate class 1...
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