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Revised license plates fund Coastal Bay programs
The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration, Maryland Coastal Bays Program and Chesapeake Bay Trust revealed an updated design for the Maryland bay license plate. Funds from the Chesapeake Bay license plate have long been invested in both the Chesapeake and Coastal Bays, now the new design will reflect that emphasis on the Coastal Bays as well. “Today is all about partnerships with the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration and the Chesapeake Bay Trust stepping up to include the Coastal Bays in the updated design...
VIDEO: Suspect sets his neighbor's apartment door on fire in DC
WASHINGTON - D.C. Fire and EMS are investigating a suspect for arson after he set a neighbor's apartment door on fire in Northeast. According to D.C. police, a man has been charged with threatening neighbors with a knife. That same man is under investigation for setting his neighbor's door on fire in an apartment building in Northeast.
Arizona man sentenced in Jan. 6 riot remaining in prison during appeal
WASHINGTON, D.C. (AZFamily) — Edward Vallejo, a Phoenix man who is serving three years in prison for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack, lost an effort to get released pending an appeal in his case. Vallejo oversaw a “Quick Reaction Force” at a Virginia hotel that was...
Formerly Homeless D.C. Residents Become Certified Case Managers
Nearly 40 people completed the Peer Case Management Institute with a ceremony at Howard University (HU) School of Social Work. For several weeks, they took college-level coursework and worked at a local homeless services provider. The post Formerly Homeless D.C. Residents Become Certified Case Managers appeared first on The Washington Informer.
Washington & Lee professor talks Salvador Dalí in segment of NPR’s ‘All Things Considered’
Washington and Lee University professor of art history Elliott King was featured in a July 18, 2024 segment of the popular NPR show “All Things Considered.”. The roughly two-minute segment played an interview with King from an earlier NPR article titled “An AI Salvador Dalí will answer any question when called on his famous ‘lobster phone.’” The article and subsequent radio segment focused on how the Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, uses artificial intelligence (AI) to allow visitors to ask questions of the famed surrealist artist who died in 1989. Named “Ask Dalí,” this new museum installation features a copy of Dalí’s famous Lobster Telephone sculpture which visitors can pick up and ask a question. Dali’s AI-generated voice will respond with an answer using generative AI technology.
Montgomery County police seek man involved in vandalism of Aspen Hill property
ASPEN HILL, Md. (7News) — Montgomery County police are working to identify a man involved in vandalism of an Aspen Hill property on Friday, May 3. Officers said the incident happened in the 3800 block of Aspen Hill Road around 7:44 a.m. The man was captured on surveillance kicking...
Maryland man and his dog escape through roof of trapped elevator
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (7News) — A man and his dog had to be rescued from a stuck elevator on Monday, July 22, according to the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad. The Rescue Squad officials say that they were called after the elevator became jammed between two floors, leaving the man and his dog trapped inside the Maryland building.
The Weekend Scene: USWNT watch party and free family festivals
Subscribe to The Weekend Scene newsletter to get our picks delivered straight to your inbox — every Wednesday. We're feeling the Paris Olympics fever and ready for a gold medal weekend!. If you peel yourself off the couch once the action wraps up in Paris, there are some major...
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 —...
The New Pop’s Bagels Promos a Friday Freebie — And More D.C. Openings
Despite the sweltering heat and many locals on vacation, new spots to eat and drink continue to open across D.C. this summer. Consider this your guide to all the new restaurants, bars, and cafes that have debuted in July 2024 so far. This list will be updated weekly. If there’s an opening in your neighborhood that we’ve missed, let us know at dc@eater.com.
July 26: Two Free Friday Night Music Events
Friday Night Live Jazz at Eastern Market Metro Plaza features the Herb Scott Band at 5:30pm. Scott is a star on the Washington, D.C. Jazz scene. While studying at the Duke Ellington School of the Arts under the award-winning educator Davey Yarborough, he performed with renowned trumpeter Wynton Marsalis and Jazz pianist Herbie Hancock. For more, go here: https://bit.ly/3PzUeCI.
CROOKSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL FIELD TRIP DAY 3 PICTURES
The Crookston Middle School students, teachers, and chaperones wrapped up the tour of Washington D.C. before heading to Gettysburg to take in some more history. Pictures from the third day of the trip are below. 1 of 29.
Merged Companies Are Subject to $1 Million D.C. Recordation Tax
Law’s plain text shows merger certificate is deed, court says. A property management company was denied about a $1 million recordation tax refund because a taxable transfer of real property occurred between it and a related entity, the District of Columbia Court of Appeals said Thursday. Vornado 3040 M...
Celebrating National Intern Day on Good Morning Washington
WASHINGTON, D.C. (7News) — In honor of National Intern Day, Good Morning Washington turned the spotlight on our summer interns at WJLA-TV. This summer WJLA-TV has 13 interns spread across the station, covering departments like News, Lifestyle, Sports, Production and Weather. Good Morning Washington current intern Michaela Scott and...
Post-protest clean-up begins at Columbus Circle near DC’s Union Station
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Clean-up crews have been making progress to restore Columbus Circle to its typical state after protesters spray-painted monuments, burned American flags and left trash behind during Wednesday’s demonstrations in support of Palestine. Those protests turned violent, with about two dozen people arrested across the District, according to multiple local law […]
40 fellows graduate from Appalachian Leadership Institute, including five West Virginians
WASHINGTON, D.C. (LOOTPRESS) – The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) celebrated the graduation of 40 fellows from its Appalachian Leadership Institute (ALI) in a ceremony held in Washington, D.C. The graduates, from 13 states across Appalachia, were joined by their families, ARC staff, and regional leaders. “My heartfelt congratulations to the Appalachian Leadership Institute Class of […]
Great Garden Haul 2024 Vol. Five
Thanks to Alexandra for sending this great “Woodridge DC Summer Garden Harvest.”. Great Garden Haul entries for 2024 are now open! Please send your great garden hauls via email to [email protected] with Garden Haul in the subject line and let me know what you’ve grown and what neighborhood you are in. Cheers, thanks and happy gardening!
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