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The Best Places To Watch The 2024 4th Of July Fireworks
American cities light up the night sky in bright demonstrations of patriotism on the 4th of July, a tradition that is practically associated with fireworks. This year, the following five locations will provide memorable opportunities to watch fireworks. Whether you live locally or are planning a trip, these are the best spots to witness the most impressive fireworks, including everything from famous landmarks to parks suitable for families.
Illegal dumping in Southeast DC leading to rodent, racoon and odor issues
WASHINGTON — Residents in Southeast D.C. have a big mess on their hands. They reached out to WUSA9 after they say there's been several failed attempts at getting the city to clean up a large pile of trash. Residents from the 1900 block of Curtis Court told WUSA9 the...
Z-Burger’s 2024 Independence Burger Eating Championship ends in tie
WASHINGTON - Molly Schuyler and Dan Kennedy are co-champions after both eating 34 hamburgers in Z-Burger’s 2024 Independence Burger Eating Championship.- The two ate the same number of burgers in 10 minutes on Wednesday at Z-Burger’s Tenleytown location. Schuyler became last year’s winner when she consumed 37 burgers...
Lake Artemesia Update: Rental Kayaks, Open Restrooms, and some Sad Plant Choices
This week, with the extreme heat, I’ve been heading out at 6 a.m. for a walk before it gets unbearable. I’ve visited Lake Artemesia twice and I have news (at least it was news to me.) Walking past this newish work-out spot I stopped in my tracks –...
Alexandria man seeks answers after his dog dies while boarding at PetSmart
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (7News) — An Alexandria man is seeking answers after his beloved 3-year-old dog died while boarding at a PetSmart in the Potomac Yard shopping center. Andrew Noles said before going on a trip to New York last Thursday, he dropped off Clark, an Aussiedoodle, at the “Petshotel” inside the PetSmart store. Noles said Clark had stayed at the facility in the past without any problems.
DC pools, spray parks and cooling centers open on July 4
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation (DCDPR) said that outdoor pools, spray parks, and 10 cooling sites will be open on the Fourth of July to help residents beat the soaring heat. According to a post on the X platform from D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser, all outdoor pools and […]
Your Guide to 4th of July Fireworks Events Around College Park
Happy 4th of July! We have a beautiful holiday ahead, with some heat, but don’t let the humidity keep you indoors!. Unfortunately, due to ongoing Purple Line construction issues, the College Park fireworks display is canceled this year. However, many neighboring communities such as Greenbelt, Bowie, Rockville, and Washington D.C. will be hosting fireworks displays tomorrow evening.
Another story of Pickpockets at a cafe
I had a similar experience to this person. Basically, I was at Kramer Books on Saturday, February 17, sitting at one of the high top tables against the wall in the lounge, across from a friend. I hung my bag on the hook on the wall next to me, and...
Community garden brings homegrown organic vegetables to DC’s Ward 7
In D.C.’s Ward 7, where many residents struggle with food insecurity, lies a community garden which is bringing locally-grown, organic vegetables to nearby residents. The garden is run by the Nicholson Project, a nonprofit arts organization that gives visiting artists a D.C. residency in which they can stay and create new works.
DC's Barracks Row to attempt world record for largest human ice cream cone
WASHINGTON (7News) — Barracks Row Main Street is gearing up for a sweet celebration this Independence Day, as they plan to attempt a Guinness World Record for the "Largest Human Ice Cream Cone." Officials said this exciting event will take place after its annual Fourth of July parade. Visitors...
Wilson pool inches toward reopening after year-plus closure
After several false starts, repairs at the Wilson pool in Tenleytown appear close to completion.Why it matters: It is one of D.C.'s largest indoor pools — empty lap lanes were scarce — but HVAC problems led it to stay closed for much of the past 16 months.State of play: There is no exact reopening date. But D.C. was refilling and testing the pool last week after discovering a leak in June.Crews need to "chlorinate, run the filtration system, and then test the water," Ward 3 council member Matt Frumin told residents in an announcement last Friday. "Only then can they...
The Best Pupusas in the DMV
Few foods are delectable enough to have commanded an entire national holiday in their honor, but the pupusa is simply unlike other foods. The delectable stuffed cornmeal griddle cake, an absolute mainstay in El Salvador, is so beloved that the nation has dedicated the second Sunday in November to celebrating the masa-based treat. And so fierce is the love of the pupusa that both El Salvador and Honduras — who both claim to have originated the dish — once fought over rights to being an exclusive exporter (El Salvador won).
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