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This D.C. Incubator Is Ushering in a New Black Wall Street
Learn how a D.C. incubator is empowering and creating opportunities for Black-owned businesses, ushering in a new era of Black Wall Street. Sycamore & Oak, an incubator for Black-owned businesses in Washington, D.C.’s Congress Heights neighborhood, keeps the Black dollar in the community. In 2015, Josei Harris started a...
SUN Bucks program offers help to DMV families with groceries this summer
ARLINGTON, Va. (7News) — Families looking for extra help with groceries this summer could qualify for a new program called SUN Bucks, which provides $120 for each child. “We think of summer as a fun time no school, play all day, but in reality for a lot of families, school breakfast and lunch may be the most nutritious meals there they can afford,” said Joe Liu, the Director of Advocacy and Public Policy at Capital Area Food Bank. “When the schools are closed, families don't have that extra support, and so they have to buy more groceries. They've cost them a lot more, and we know how much inflation has affected the price of food every time we go to the store. And so this extra $120 benefit. It helps close the gap so that families can make sure their kids have healthy food all year long.”
Hardscape Solutions: McHale Landscape Design creates a garden paradise
LOCATION: Upper Marlboro, Md. When the property next to this client’s home came up for sale, they purchased it and contracted McHale Landscape Design to install a garden, greenhouse and more. The project is a fully operational, fruit and vegetable-producing outdoor living space constructed in a residential space. McHale...
Wheaton Downtown Presents Sol Roots Band On Friday July 26 For Summer Concert Series
On Friday July 26, Wheaton Downtown presents Sol Roots performing an award winning blend of New Orleans funk, heartfelt jazz and soul, deep blues, upbeat rock, and hypnotic rhythms. The Wheaton Arts & Entertainment District, in Wheaton Maryland, has partnered with the iconic Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for this...
Michael Locksley, Brian Ferentz, and Grandma’s chocolate chip cookie recipe
INDIANAPOLIS — For Maryland head coach Michael Locksley, expanding the room is never something to shy away from. Whether that’s hiring more minority head coaches such as Michigan’s Sherrone Moore, adding new West Coast squads to the Big Ten, or hiring Brian Ferentz to his staff as an offensive analyst.
Virginia Inmate Escape: Woman Charged with Felony for Aiding Fugitive
A woman accused of helping a Virginia inmate escape from custody last year was charged with a felony by a Richmond Circuit Court grand jury this month. Sasha Castillo, from Washington, D.C., is facing a felony charge for aiding the escape of a prisoner. The charge is connected to the...
Lower Susquehanna Heritage Area gets state funds
ANNAPOLIS — Lower Susquehanna Heritage Area has received a portion of a $5.19 million award by the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority to support four programs. The 87 matching grant awards will go to various projects across Maryland to support economic development and tourism. LSHG was awarded $253,450. One of seven heritage areas in the state, the Darlington-based non profit will assign $100,000 for Fiscal Year 2025 management grants. Another $25,000 will be assigned to award FY25 block grants to eligible non profits along the Susquehanna River in Cecil and Harford counties. Hamer’s Town Art Center in Havre de Grace received $100,000 though the heritage area, and $28,450 will be spent on roof repairs for the Susquehanna Lock House Museum.
Mayor Sydnor Invites Laurel Citizens to Peek Behind the Curtain with Fall Citizens University Program
Mayor Keith R. Sydnor is rolling out the red carpet for those looking to peek behind the bureaucratic curtain, launching the 2024 Fall Laurel Citizens University. As announced on the City of Laurel's official website, this program promises a deep dive into the inner workings of city operations, shining a light on everything from budgets and parks to emergency management and the police force.
DC Council weighs ceasefire resolution
A recent report from Alex Koma of the Washington City Paper details conversations within DC Council on whether to introduce a resolution calling for a ceasefire in the Israel/Hamas War. Jim discusses that and more with Ron Halber of the Jewish Community Relations Council on "The Final 5."
Vice provost for research to step down in August
Vice Provost for Research Pamela Norris will step down on Aug. 1, according to a University release. Norris, who has served in her role for almost three years, will remain at the University as a professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering, according to the release. Robert Miller, the School of Medicine and Health Science’s vice dean for research and academic affairs and GW’s former vice provost for research, will take over as the interim vice provost for research while the Office of the Provost organizes a search for a permanent replacement, the release states.
Police search for missing 6-year-old boy in Gaithersburg
GAITHERSBURG, Md. — Police are asking for the public's help locating a missing 6-year-old boy. According to the Montgomery County Department of Police, Fawzan Hassan was last seen at Bohrer Park on Frederick Avenue in Gaithersburg around 3 p.m. Fawzan is described as a 6-year-old boy with black hair...
Collision Involving Pedestrian Shuts Down Portion of 355
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has issued a traffic advisory on Saturday afternoon. “A collision involving a pedestrian has 355 North shut down at Professional Dr. Drivers should expect delays and seek an alternate route.”. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer has stated...
NLRB taking GW Hospital to court over unfair labor practices
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is taking The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH) to court over unfair labor practices. In a lengthy complaint signed on Thursday, the NLRB outlined how GWUH fired nurse Angelo Estrellas because of his union campaign activities. It also detailed how GWUH installed surveillance cameras […]
Eggspectation Now Aiming For Fall Opening
Back in January we let you know that Eggspectation, a restaurant that serves “elevated American cuisine with a lengthy all-day breakfast menu alongside hearty lunch and dinner fare”, is returning to Montgomery County with its upcoming Burtonsville location. In the latest update from the restaurant, we know now the goal is a fall 2024 opening.
DMV’s First Torchy’s Tacos Adds Exterior Signage As it Moves Closer Towards Opening
Torchy’s Tacos has installed permanent signage at its first DMV restaurant, which will be located at 12266 Rockville Pike in Federal Plaza. Last September we let you know that Texas-based Torchy’s Tacos is coming to 12266 Rockville Pike in Federal Plaza, taking over part of the space that was recently home to Chuy’s and previously home to Ruby Tuesday. The restaurant had its hearing for its alcohol license back on Thursday, February 1st at 11:30am, so that hurdle has been cleared.
‘There’s something for everyone’: Silver Spring named best place for families
SILVER SPRING, Md. (DC News Now) — Silver Spring was named the number one place to live for families in a recent Fortune Magazine ranking that analyzed over 2,000 American cities – an honor that’s no surprise to the people who live there. The community sits just a few miles away from the epicenter of […]
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