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45th Takoma Park Folk Festival coming to town with live music, food and more
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — The annual Takoma Park Folk Festival is set to return this September, and residents can expect an experience of “community” and “culture.” The festival, which is free to attend, will be held at 7611 Piney Branch Road on Sunday, Sept. 8, from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. This […]
DC police search for person who allegedly burglarized a business in Northeast
WASHINGTON (7News) — D.C. police are searching for a person allegedly connected to a burglary incident that took place in Northeast, D.C. Saturday afternoon. Officials said that a person went into a business in the 500 block of H Street, took some items then fled the scene. A surveillance...
Big Greek Gyro Eating Competition Takes Place September 7th
The Big Greek Gyro Eating Competition, which takes place at 6pm on Saturday, September 7th at the Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Festival (721 Norwood Rd. Silver Spring, MD). A video to get you excited for the event can be seen below. This family-friendly event will be emceed by our...
D.C. medical cannabis cultivators apply for $300k in total grants
The Department of Small & Local Business Development (DSLBD) announced the opening of the FY2024 JustCannabusiness Medical Cultivators Grant program this month. The application period closed last Friday and will refund specific costs associated with licensees. This grant opportunity was designed to support D.C. medical cannabis cultivation businesses and increase the supply of medical cannabis in the District.
Thousands of bookworms flock to the capital to attend National Book Festival
Thousands of bookworms gathered at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center on Aug. 24 for the 24th annual Library of Congress National Book Festival. Two-time Emmy Award-winning television host Tamron Hall served as a headliner for this year’s festival among other authors. She hosted a discussion for her new cookbook co-written with Lisa Steiling, “A Confident Cook.”
Student discounts to keep on your radar
Whether you’re a new Hoya or a campus veteran, here’s your ultimate guide for making the most of student life without breaking the bank. Maximize your experience at Georgetown by saving on movie tickets, fitness classes, and transportation in D.C.—all with just your student ID or email.
Cubano’s Permanently Closes After More Than 20 Years in Silver Spring; Bethesda Restaurant Remains Open
Cubano’s, a popular restaurant serving Cuban fare for over two decades, has closed its first location at 1201 Fidler Lane in Silver Spring permanently, according to a report by Source of the Spring. The restaurant first opened its doors in Silver Spring back in 2001. In 2020, Cubano’s opened...
Police arrest suspect in connection to Northeast burglary
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said officers arrested a man who burglarized a business in Northeast D.C. on Saturday morning. MPD said that at nearly 5 a.m., the suspect forcibly entered a business in the 1500 block of Benning Road. Once inside the establishment, the suspect tried to take property […]
Taylor Sentenced to Life in Prison for 1979 Cold Case Murder of Vickie Lynn Belk
LA PLATA, MD—Tony Covington, State’s Attorney for Charles County, announced that on Friday, August 23, 2024, Charles County Circuit Court Judge H. James West sentenced Andre Taylor, 63, to Life in prison for the First-Degree Murder of Vickie Lynn Belk. Taylor was convicted of the aforementioned charge by a Charles County jury on July 18, 2024.
“Faces” loom large in Richmond Highway Corridor art projects
More public art is coming to the Richmond Highway Corridor. This past week saw the initial implementation of two separate projects involving unique twists on human faces. At the Hybla Valley Community Center, international mural artist Giuseppe Percivati — known professionally as Pepe Gaka — spent Aug. 24 in an aerial lift painting the outline of a young boy’s face on the east side of the building.
MINOR LEAGUE GAME SUMMARIES FOR 8/25/2024
NORFOLK TIDES (57-69) LOST 13-0 TO WORCESTER – AAA. SP: Trevor Rogers allowed 10 runs on 9 hits (HR), walked 3, struck out 2 and threw a wild pitch over 4.1 innings. Pitcher of Record: Rogers (0-1) BOWIE BAYSOX (57-62) LOST 8-6 IN 10 INNINGS TO ERIE – AA...
KC Current crash at Washington
The Kansas City Current falls for only the second time this season. They slide to a 10-2-5 record and third place on the road. The Washington Spirit leaped over them in the standings with a 4-1 final score. The Spirit took a page from Kansas City’s normal game, scoring early and close together in the 9th and 14th minute. Washington limited good opportunities for Kansas City and were more clinical with their chances to earn the victory.
Injured Bald Eagle Plucked From River in Daring Rescue By College Staffers in Maryland (WATCH)
A bald eagle, injured and alone near the Chesapeake Bay, earned an A+ for the staff at Washington College after they made a daring rescue along the rocky banks of the Chester River on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Two weeks ago, David Kramer noticed a post on Facebook asking if...
WTMJ Conversations: Twin Authors Leena and Leean Le Talk About the Horrors of Frank Nitty’s March to Washington
In the summer of 2020, twins Leena and Leean Le joined Milwaukee activist Frank Nitty’s march to Washington. What they experienced over those 24 days would change the course of their lives forever. Today, they sit down with WTMJ’s Libby Collins to talk about how they became involved with the march, the cult-like atmosphere that developed as they walked across the country, and the way that summer affects their lives to this day. All this and much more on this suspenseful edition of WTMJ Conversations! Listen in the player above.
Reporter’s Notebook: Revised job numbers stir up confusion
Washington Examiner Economics Reporter Zachary Halaschak joins Magazine Executive Editor Jim Antle to discuss the revised job numbers, which have stirred up confusion. They also talk about GOP vice presidential candidate Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) and his interesting comments about Republicans, former President Donald Trump, and labor unions, his admiration for one Democratic official, and […]
In Photos: Weeks of Welcome 2024
Students have returned, and the campuses of the George Washington University are once again bustling with energy and enthusiasm. Weeks of Welcome includes events put on by the Office of Student Life under the Division for Student Affairs and provides opportunities for students to connect, build relationships, learn about resources and build a community at GW as they start a new semester. The events showcase the many resources GW has to offer for academic success and student support, opportunities for involvement and more.
August 31 | Late Skate in Anacostia Park
On August 31, 1918, Congress passed legislation to designate specific land along the Anacostia River in the nation’s capital as Anacostia Park. 106 years later, Anacostia Park is a thriving national park encompassing over 1,200 acres and includes cherished places such as Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, River Terrace Park, Langston Golf Course, and the Anacostia Park Skating Pavilion.
For Sale | 32 Forrester Street, SW - $445,000
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7 Days Remaining Until Purdue Football: Salim Turner-Muhammad & Jahmal Edrine
One of the last holdouts from the longest-lived recruiting class in college football history (2019), Purdue desperately needed the former 4* defensive back and Stanford transfer last season. That didn’t happen after a preseason leg injury derailed his season before it made it off the tracks. I wasn’t sure...
Day of Service Sends GW Community Volunteers across the D.C. Area
Mira Singhal, a first-year student studying biology at George Washington University, sat in a classroom at Edward C. Mazique Parent-Child Center Saturday afternoon, carefully sketching the outline of a tree. Singhal’s drawing, once complete, would be used as a family tree by the incoming students at Mazique to hang up photos of their family members.
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