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Fairfax County officers arrive in France to assist in Olympic Games security
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — With the 2024 Paris Olympic Games set to start on July 26, the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) flew across the Atlantic Ocean to help with the security response. FCPD sent 12 officers and an explosive detection canine to help French police keep the athletes, visitors and staff […]
D.C.-area athletes to watch at the Paris Olympics
The DMV's Olympians are in Paris getting ready for the opening ceremony Friday afternoon — stars including seven-time, gold-winning swimmer Katie Ledecky and basketballer Kevin Durant.Why it matters: There are 19 Olympians from the Washington region to root for in this year's games, which run through Aug. 11.By the numbers: We have three swimmers joining Bethesda's Ledecky — Phoebe Bacon from Chevy Chase, Erin Gemmell from Potomac, and Torri Huske from Arlington.The area is well represented in U.S. national team soccer players: Kevin Paredes (South Riding, Virginia) and Griffin Yow (Clifton, Virginia) playing for the men's team and Emily Fox...
2 dead, dozens hospitalized from nationwide listeria outbreak linked to deli meat
There is a nationwide outbreak of listeria linked to sliced deli meats that is part of an ongoing investigation, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The outbreak killed two people, including one from New Jersey, and hospitalized 28 others. Here’s what you need to know about the listeria outbreak...
Arena Stage adds Sarah Silverman’s ‘The Bedwetter’ to its 2024/25 season
Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has announced the title of the eagerly awaited musical that will complete its 2024/25 Season. Handpicked as part of Artistic Director Hana S. Sharif‘s can’t-miss inaugural season, The Bedwetter, the “clever, comic, splendid” (The Guardian) new musical based on comedian Sarah Silverman’s heartfelt memoir, will make its DC premiere next year. Performances will run January 31 – March 16, 2025, in Arena Stage’s Kreeger Theater.
Smallest and largest homes sold in Alexandria (June 2024)
Here in Alexandria, real estate is a spectator sport. Let’s take a look at some of the smallest and largest homes sold last month (June 2024). 3705 Taft Ave — Seminary Hill — $1,590,000 (6 beds | 4.5 baths | 4,948 sq. ft.) 303 Rucker Place —...
U.S. Botanic Garden summer exhibit highlights unique displays
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The U.S. Botanic Garden is highlighting local organizations enriching their communities through plants. The four organizations being showcased are Building Bridges Across the River, City Blossoms, The Green Scheme, and Washington Parks & People. Devin Dotson, Senior Communications Specialist at U.S. Botanic Garden says the exhibit is a great way […]
Montgomery Parks August nature center programs
WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks is offering a medley of activities this August. Make the most of the end of summer by creating art, taking night hikes, adaptive biking and enjoying adult summer camp fun. This is just a sample of all there is to do this month at our nature centers.
DC forecast: Cloudy, humid with scattered showers and thunderstorms Thursday
WASHINGTON - A cloudy and humid Thursday across the Washington, D.C. region with scattered showers and thunderstorms for parts of the area. FOX 5’s Tucker Barnes says the best chance for storms is sometime between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Skies will clear, and humidity will fall later tonight leading us into what looks like a nice weekend.
Drivers rushed to hospital after 2-vehicle crash in Lorton, police say
FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (7News) — Two people were rushed to the hospital following a two-vehicle crash in Lorton early Thursday morning, authorities said. Officers with the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) responded to the crash at Gunston Cove Road and Sophia Road. Police said both drivers were taken to...
Governor Moore signs executive order creating Maryland Plain Language Initiative
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore this week signed an executive order (PDF) creating the Maryland Plain Language Initiative. The initiative aims to ensure that all Maryland residents have equal access to government-based communications, services, and supports.
Don’t miss “TGIF” Friday July 26 Concert in Wheaton Featuring Sol Roots
The Wheaton Arts & Entertainment District, in Wheaton Maryland, has partnered with the iconic Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for this year’s TGIF Summer Concert Series, offering after-work celebrations on Friday evenings. The weekly series, which continues through Aug. 30, will feature bands ranging from The Nighthawks, Sol Roots, Chopteeth, and Gordon Sterling and The People.
CareFirst's path to the 95th percentile for diabetes outcomes
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield credits a critical partnership with achieving top-tier results for Type 2 diabetes care. CareFirst partnered with Ryse Health, a chain of clinics in the Washington, D.C. and Baltimore areas, focused exclusively on managing diabetes. CareFirst members who received care at Ryse Health clinics had, on average, scores in the 95th percentile for several HEDIS measures.
‘Pretty cool’: Metallica tours Alexandria vinyl record pressing plant the band bought
Metallica’s heavy metal music has been heard all over the world for 43 years — and they recently got their first tour of the Alexandria, Virginia, record pressing plant they own. Last year, when Metallica invested in Furnace Record Pressing, they gained a majority interest in the plant,...
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