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Man shot, killed in Northwest DC identified
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said it’s investigating a fatal shooting in Northwest D.C. that took place on Friday evening. Police said that at about 7 p.m., officers responded to the 1300 block of Girard St. for the report of a shooting. When officers arrived at the scene, they found […]
At Youth Sports Day, a 'secret sauce' hopes to keep kids out of trouble
WASHINGTON — Summer is winding down and kids are ready to make a splash in the classroom. At The Fields at RFK Campus Saturday, nonprofit Fight for Children hosted its second 'Youth Sports Day'. Kids and parents participated in dancing, sports, and even received free backpacks, school supplies, health...
U.S. Secretary of Education Launches 2024 Back-to-School Bus Tour
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona is embarking on a pivotal journey across multiple states in September to highlight the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to public education. The 2024 Back to School Bus Tour, themed “Fighting for Public Education,” is set to visit Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. With an agenda focused on enhancing student achievement and showcasing educational investments, the tour will highlight how schools and communities are leveraging federal support to foster academic success.
Have a (new) seat at Congressional Plaza
A new furniture store just opened its doors at Rockville’s Congressional Plaza, taking over the old Neiman Marcus Last Call Studio space directly above The Container Store. Timeless Furniture, a sister to the Timeless Living store at Tysons Corner, carries mostly American brands like Ashley, Jackson Furniture and Leather Italia USA. The palette is overwhelmingly neutral, ranging from off-white and tan to medium brown with a smattering of darker shades. The store is currently filled with floor samples from the Tysons location, but owners say the offerings will change after the initial inventory is sold.
Giant Food enforces new entry policy for minors at 5 Maryland stores to curb theft
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — Two Giant Food locations in Baltimore and three in Prince George's County will no longer allow shoppers under the age of 18 to enter without an adult after 6 p.m. starting Thursday. The store locations:. 5150 Sinclair Ln, Baltimore. 601 East 33rd St. Baltimore. Prince George’s...
Mayor Bowser hosts back-to-school pep rally for D.C. educators
As summer comes to a close and the new school year approaches, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) Chancellor Lewis D. Ferebee held a back-to-school pep rally for District educators on Aug. 19. The event preceded a week-long professional development series that D.C. teachers will participate in ahead of the start of school on Aug. 26.
New Greenbelt Royal Farms Opens. Chicken-Lovers Salivate.
The spanking new Royal Farms on Greenbelt Road (between the Honda dealer and the American Legion) has really opened, after several soft and official opening dates were announced and then changed. So I missed those, but stopped by a couple days later. It should be fully operational today (24 hours...
Man Gets Life In Prison For 1979 Rape, Murder Of Suitland Mother Decades Later
Last year, the Charles County Sheriff's Office announced that District resident Andre Taylor, now 63, was arrested on charges that included rape and murder in connection to Belk's death, who was found on Metropolitan Church Road near Route 227 after she was killed 45 years ago. He was convicted in...
Housecall Featuring Dr. Kleinman: Navigating Menopause
Dr. David Doman is back with a new episode of Housecall, featuring Dr. Bradford Kleinman–an OBGYN based in Silver Spring, Maryland. Kleinman brings his expertise on menopause, discussing the symptoms, challenges, and treatment, which often entails hormone replacement therapy. Watch to learn about this topic that affects women for a large portion of their lives, typically beginning in their forties with perimenopause.
AfriThrive Uses State Grant to Increase Growth of African Specialty Crops
AfriThrive in Silver Spring was awarded a $30,000 grant from the Maryland Department of Agriculture to enhance the competitiveness of Maryland specialty crops. AfriThrive received $30,237.84 to support immigrant and refugee beginner farmers across three counties to cultivate, preserve and increase demand for African specialty crops. AfriThrive will use the...
Upcoming events in the D.C, Maryland and Virginia area
Even though the summer season is winding down, the calendar of events for the Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia (DMV) area is quickly heating up. Offerings for the whole family are available, from home ownership workshops to music festivals. Now is the perfect time to get involved in the community...
BurgerFi opens new location in Maryland, US
BurgerFi has announced the opening of its latest Maryland location in Woodmore Commons. Situated at Woodmore Towne Centre, Bowie, the store will be operated by Punam Khandpur and Jaytee Kanwal. As part of a multi-unit deal, the duo will also oversee the Arlington, Virginia branch. Khandpur and Kanwal bring extensive...
Maryland Star Jayvon McFadden Becomes Third OL Commit for Ohio State
Ohio State secured a commitment from four-star offensive lineman Jayvon McFadden for the 2025 class. Standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing 300 pounds, McFadden previously played left tackle at Riverdale Baptist and is expected to transition to an interior position at the collegiate level. After his official visit on June 6, McFadden chose the Buckeyes over nearly 30 competing programs, citing a stronger connection with Ohio State. With this addition, OSU now has 25 commits in their 2025 recruiting class, including three offensive linemen.
The Washington Spirit restart their NWSL season this weekend, here’s what you need to know
The Washington Spirit are back and here’s what you missed on Glee…. After a break of what’s felt like 84 years (which in reality was 50 days), the Washington Spirit play NWSL regular season soccer games again. In fact, their first is a home game, so they’ll be right back at Audi Field again. That game will kickoff at noon, because it’s the first of a doubleheader. The second match is a preseason London derby in Washington, D.C., between Chelsea and Arsenal. It’s really cool that this is happening and this writer’s opinion is that you should plan to spend the majority of your day at Audi and thank me later.
‘Keith Lee Effect’ brings business boom to DMV restaurants
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Some local businesses in the DMV are getting a big boost thanks to a TikTok star. Food reviewer Keith Lee is in town and he’s already posted videos from three restaurants in Virginia and D.C. One person hoping Lee would come to their restaurant is Lydia Tefera, whose mother owns […]
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