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Six Flags America to Implement Chaperone Policy Beginning Friday, July 26
Six Flags America at 13710 Central Ave in Bowie, MD has announced it will implement a chaperone policy starting Friday, July 26, 2024. Under the new policy, all guests aged 15 years or younger must be accompanied by a chaperone at least 21 years old to be admitted to, or remain in, the park after 4:00 p.m. local time.
New ‘pop-up archaeology’ exhibit this week tells the tale of Alexandria’s buried ships
A new pop-up exhibit in Old Town will highlight one of the most exciting archeological discoveries in recent Alexandria history — a set of 18th-century ships buried to lay the foundation of the waterfront. The new windowfront display at the corner of The Strand and Pioneer Mill Way opened...
Sense of Thai is Coming to Bethesda
Sense of Thai, which opened its first location in Ashburn, VA in 2015, and is opening a second location soon in Chantilly, VA, has announced plans to open a new restaurant at Westbard Square in Bethesda, according to a report by The Burn. Sense of Thai offers authentic Southern Thai...
2024 Know Your Opponent: Maryland Terrapins
Each Monday this summer, we’re taking a look at Northwestern football’s opponents for the upcoming 2024 season. This week, we’re focusing on the Maryland Terrapins, the ‘Cats’ week seven task. The Terps are coming off a streaky season in which they finished with an 8-5 overall record, and a 4-5 record in conference play in the now defunct Big Ten East. Northwestern will head to College Park on October 11, with the game currently scheduled to kick off at 7 p.m. CT under the lights.
Bruni Deserving Of Draft Opportunity, Plans to Sign…Minster Classic Baseball Gets High Marks From Outside
After four years at Ohio State, the Buckeyes Gavin Bruni was selected recently in the 17th round of the major league baseball draft. What remains to be seen is whether Ohio State’s loss is the Washington Nationals’ gain. I was out of town during the MLB draft, ten...
No charges after crowbar attack and stabbing puts Alexandria brothers in hospital
No charges have been filed against two Alexandria brothers who were hospitalized with serious injuries after a fight in the West End earlier this month. The Alexandria Police Department responded to a stabbing call for service at an apartment in the 500 block of N. Armistead Street on Sunday, July 7. Police arrived and found the brothers on the floor of the apartment, according to a recently released search warrant affidavit.
Broccoli City Festival Wants to Serve Black Music Lovers With Intention in D.C.
What started as a modest affair with a mix of local acts and other up-and-comers (including one Solána Rowe, the week after her second EP as SZA dropped), Washington D.C.’s Broccoli City Festival has evolved into one of the country’s largest music weekends catering specifically to Black concertgoers. This year, Megan Thee Stallion, Gunna, Victoria Monét, Kayranada, and Sexyy Red are among the headliners, and star actor and producer Issa Rae will help kick off the show. Set to take place July 27th and 28th, this year marks the first time Broccoli City’s campus will be Audi Field –...
Today’s Rental was chosen for the light, obviously
This rental is located at 1707 Columbia Rd NW. The Craigslist ad says:. “$2,935 / 2br – 926ft2 – Amazing Adams Morgan Two Bedroom. Chatham Courts Apartments has a spacious Two Bedroom apartment available for an immediate move-in! Call to schedule your self-guided or virtual tour today!. Not...
Royal Farms to Expand in Maryland
Mid-Atlantic c-store retailer Royal Farms has announced its latest expansion to the heart of Greenbelt, Md. The chain will open its new location in the area on Aug. 19. The Greenbelt site will be located just two minutes away from Greenbelt Park and eight minutes away from the NASA Goddard Visitor Center. This location will feature a gas station with 16 fueling positions and will operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Theatre Review: ‘Romeo and Juliet’ and ‘The Rover, or the Banish’d Cavaliers’ presented by Shakespeare Theatre Company Academy
For the first time in its 24 years in existence, Shakespeare Theatre Company is presenting the final performances of the STC Academy’s Master of Fine Arts program on one of the theatre’s main stages. The Repertory productions are Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” and the 1677 Restoration comedy, “The Rover, or the Banish’d Cavaliers,” by Aphra Benn. The actors in this year’s class are strong talents, and we can expect to see them trodding the boards at STC and other top theatres in no time. With few exceptions, they prove to be exceptional performers. That said, the two shows selected for the Academy Summer Repertory have a few issues.
Silver Spring’s Zinnia wins RAMMY Award for best beer program of the year
Editor’s note: This article, originally published at 11:38 a.m., July 22, 2024, was updated at 3:04 p.m., July 22, 2024, to add comments from Zinnia’s owner Chris Brown and Colada Shop’s owner Daniella Senior. Zinnia, a modern American restaurant and bar with brunch, dinner and late-night offerings,...
Arlington County Board to weigh renewal of shared services agreement with Fall Church
The future of a judicial and public services agreement between Arlington and Falls Church is on tonight’s Arlington County Board agenda. The Board will weigh the renewal of the agreement, which outlines how the jurisdictions use and share the costs of the county’s Emergency Communications Center, certain judicial offices and other items.
Alexandria School Board Members want a raise
It’s no secret that being a member of the Alexandria School Board is stressful work with little financial reward. Now, a number of School Board Members want that to change. Outgoing Board Member Tammy Ignacio isn’t seeking reelection but wants future School Boards to get higher pay. “We...
Small Business Spotlight: Chillin' with Dolcezza Gelato
WASHINGTON (7News) — Violeta Edelman and Robb Edelman, founders, of Dolcezza Gelato joined us on Good Morning Washington to celebrate their milestone anniversary and celebration National Ice Cream Day. Dolcezza is celebrating 20 years of bringing Argentine-style gelato to the DMV with a new flavor. The Chocotorta is a...
‘Foggy Bottom Stalker’ | Police arrest man accused of stalking woman in DC
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said that officers took a man, whom some dubbed the “Foggy Bottom Stalker,” into custody on July 21. Police said 39-year-old Delonta Deon Spriggs of Northeast is accused of stalking a woman in the Foggy Bottom and Georgetown community in Northwest D.C. MPD said the […]
Saturday Morning Tunes Grateful Dead for Kids returns
If you’re a Grateful Dead fan with young kids, you’ve probably wanted to bring them with you to share your love of this incredible band. Now you can—at The Clarice—with Ed Hough’s Dead Collective. On the morning of Saturday Sept. 14, WTMD & WYPR's Saturday...
Apparel brand Area Stars recognized for LGBTQ+ support, certified LGBTBE by national chamber
Scott Sussman (L) and AJ Majumdar, co-founders of Area Stars. (Photo provided by Area Stars) The clothing brand, Area Stars has recently been recognized by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce as an LGBT Business Enterprise. Area Stars says it has always had a mission statement of inclusivity and diversity, even before it became “the right thing” to believe in.
Local Bounti expands distribution to Sam’s Club
"The past several months have been pivotal for Local Bounti with the commencement of commercial operations at our new growing facilities in Washington and Texas," Local Bounti President and Chief Financial Officer Kathleen Valiasek said in a news release. "The incremental capacity afforded by these facilities is critical in our effort to provide our retail customers consistent access to fresh, sustainable, locally grown produce."
Pitt’s One-and-Done Prospect Bub Carrington Makes Elite First Impression in NBA
Bub Carrington just wrapped up his first NBA Summer League stint, playing for the Washington Wizards just weeks after he was drafted No. 14 overall in the NBA Draft. Carrington played in five summer league games for the Wizards, alongside No. 2 overall pick Alex Sarr, former Panther Justin Champagnie, and other young, hungry Wizards trying to make the big-league roster this season.
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