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Get Fluffed: GMW takes the Fluffy Coke taste test
Washington, D.C. (7News) — GMW Summer Intern Campbell Wood joined Eileen and Britt to make "Fluffy Coke" and see what all the craze is about!. Inspired by the recent TikTok trend, Wood demonstrated the steps to making "Fluffy Coke". They also explored other Coke concoctions, such as the classic...
‘Back to the Future: The Musical’ comes to life at Kennedy Center
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Great Scott! “Back to the Future: The Musical” is taking the stage at the Kennedy Center. Zan Berube, who plays Lorraine stopped by our DC News Now studio to talk about the show. Ticket information can be online.
Park Police officers who fatally shot McLean man file lawsuit over ‘indefinite leave’
The U.S. Park Police officers who shot and killed McLean resident Bijan Ghaisar in 2017 are seeking to get out of the employment limbo they’ve been stuck in since the shooting almost seven years ago. Officers Alejandro Amaya and Lucas Vinyard filed a lawsuit against the Department of the...
Man arrested for assaulting rideshare passenger, Alexandria police say
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (DC News Now) — Police in Alexandria said they arrested a driver who assaulted his rideshare passenger two weeks ago. The Alexandria Police Department (APD) arrested 33-year-old Reshad Nasseri on Sunday and charged him with aggravated sexual battery for an incident that happened on July 19. On that Friday, APD said Nasseri sexually […]
Monica Schorn Takes Helm at Environmental Film Festival in D.C.
Silver Spring resident and native Monica Schorn has been named the new Executive Director of the Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital. Started in 1993, the DCEFF is the country’s largest and longest-running film festival dedicated to issues affecting the planet. “Each March, we bring our annual...
F.C. City Hall Launches New ‘Weekly Update’
The City of Falls Church’s new public information officer, Mary Catherine Chase, announced today that her office is launching a new “weekly update” formatted communication of events and information. The News-Press is reprinting this week’s maiden voyage of announcements in full below:. City of Falls Church...
Spate of F.C. Council Meetings Cancelled in August
A spate of committee meetings of the Falls Church City Council scheduled for August have been cancelled, it was announced today. The August 14 and 21 meetings of the mayor’s agenda meetings, the August 16 meeting of the budget and finance committee and the August 27 meeting of the Council’s economic development committee have all been cancelled.
7News Helping Hands, Easterns Automotive surprise Alice's Kids with $2,200
A little help goes a long way. That’s the mission behind Alexandria-based non-profit Alice’s Kids. Many children in our communities feel ashamed when their families can’t afford simple things like prom tickets, field trip fees, shoes, and instruments that other fortunate peers take for granted. The Alice’s Kids organization is changing that by anonymously fulfilling thousands of requests from teachers, social workers, parents, and caregivers who identify the needs of children in their lives.
Adams Morgan bar hosts PowerPoint party
WASHINGTON - Johnny Pistola's, a bar in Adams Morgan, is hosting a PowerPoint party. The bar is calling for attendees to create their own PowerPoint presentations and share them with the class. There are no requirements on topics, but the presentation should be no longer than seven minutes. No vulgar or offensive. Presenters are also asked to use discretion when discussing other people.
Encampment Updates: Residents and outreach workers frustrated by clean-ups in Foggy Bottom
Editor’s Note: This is an installment of a biweekly column “Encampment Updates.” In each edition, a Street Sense journalist will write about past and upcoming encampment clearings and closures in D.C. The government’s policies and schedule can be found at: dmhhs.dc.gov/page/encampments. D.C.’s Office of the Deputy...
Today’s Rental was chosen for the exposed brick, obviously
This rental is located at 11th St NW near Monroe St. The Craigslist ad says:. “$2,000 / 2br – 1000ft2 – IN THE HEART OF THE CITY! NW 2BR/1BA UTIL. INCL. Lovely Spacious Columbia Heights NW 2BR/1BA. Exposed brick, recessed lights, washer/dryer, dishwasher, central AC/ heat, eat-in kitchen, gas stove, and backyard. Furnished with 2 beds (queen and full), couch, television, microwave, kitchen table, computer desk, etc. Includes bedding and dishes. Wash and dry your clothes in your unit for FREE. In addition to a shower, bathroom has a tub. No pets. No smoking. No amenity fee. Water, sewer, gas, electric, trash, heat, AC, wireless internet and cable included (a $400 per month value). Near everything! Bike lane on the street in front of the house and 3 to 5 blocks to subways. Walking distance to social gathering spots, grocery stores, coffee shops, a green dry cleaner, Target, vegan eateries and international restaurants, 2 blocks to a gym, tennis courts, soccer fields, and bicycle rentals! TRULY in the heart of the city! Parking pass for at least 3 months FREE parking can be included. Off street parking additional. Price includes ENTIRE APARTMENT, not just 1 room. Available through December OR April/May. $2,000 per month for at least 5 months. $2200 per month for less than 5 months. 3600 block 11th Street NW.”
‘It just means a lot’: DC-area golfers compete in field of hundreds at Junior PGA Championships at Congressional
While the pros are on the greens in Paris for the Olympics, hundreds of young golfers are teeing off in Bethesda, Maryland, for the 2024 Junior PGA Championships. Some D.C.-area golfers are vying for the trophy at Congressional Country Club. Madison Rizzo, of Leesburg, Virginia, made a hole-in-one in the...
Chick-fil-A Debunks Viral Waffle Fries Rumor
Chick-fil-A has debunked a viral TikTok rumor claiming that the popular fast-food chain will be disposing of its popular waffle fries. According to USA Today, the rumor was started by a TikTok user named @Bri.Daniela1. In a video she posted on Saturday, July 20, she claimed that she was an employee of the popular fast-food restaurant with “inside knowledge” on the chain’s plan to take waffle fries off the menu.
Calvert commissioners nix planned unit development proposal
Going forward, Calvert County shall remain PUD-less. The three-letter, government-speak acronym that stands for “planned unit developments” was one of the more provocative items up for discussion during Tuesday’s county commissioners’ meeting. The question of whether or not to include allowing planned unit developments to be part of Calvert’s revised zoning ordinance was asked of the commissioners by planning and zoning department staff during an update and work session. The...
"It works!": Lifelong Baltimore resident weighs in on Superintendent's literacy policy
As students in Maryland prepare to head back to class for the 2024-2025 academic year, they are doing so under the watch of a new superintendent of schools. Doctor Carey Wright is officially beginning her term after serving as the interim superintendent since October 2023. On a Wednesday edition of...
City of Falls Church Crime Report: Week of July 15-21, 2024
Larceny, W Broad St, July 21, 8:30 PM, victim reported that while sitting on a bench, an unknown suspect stole their iPad from beside them. The unknown suspect is described as a black male approximately 20-25 years of age, wearing a black hat, black shirt, black pants, and black shoes. (Delayed report)
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