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'Sad all the way around': Third dog death linked to Virginia PetSmart
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (WJLA) — Earlier this week, WJLA reported that two separate dogs died shortly after staying at a Virginia Petsmart boarding facility. Now, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria revealed a third dog has died within a week of staying there. All three dogs were staying at the...
List: Road closures, restrictions in place for Netanyahu visit to DC
WASHINGTON — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit D.C. this week. Netanyahu is expected to address a joint session of Congress on Wednesday. As a result of the visit, several road closures and parking restrictions are in place. Here's what drivers need to know. The following streets will...
Things to Do In DC: Grooves In the Garden
Looking for fun things to do in DC this summer? Check out Grooves in the Garden, an outdoor event featuring live music and more!. The Grooves In The Garden experience is designed to connect Americans with their West African friends and neighbors in a shared cultivation experience. This exciting event series celebrates our diverse community in Washington, DC while also paying homage to our roots while connecting District residents. Located in DC’s most beautiful urban farm, The Well at Oxon Run Park, the festival transforms the green space into a vibrant hub of activity and cultural exchange.
How to navigate political conversations at work or with friends and family
WASHINGTON (7News) — The political news cycle has been intense. The election is top of mind for most people but should it be the topic of conversation at work or amongst family and friends?. 7News’ Adrianna Hopkins talked with Johnny C. Taylor, the President and CEO of the Society...
See Scale Models of 18th Century Ships Found at Robinson Landing, July 26
ALEXANDRIA, VA-On Friday, July 26, the city is hosting a free pop-up archaeology exhibit related to the ships excavated at Robinson Landing in 2018. This free event, from 4:30 to 7 pm, is a rare opportunity for visitors to see scale models of the three vessels, which date to the 18th century.
“DO YOU WANNA DANCE?”
“Do you wanna dance and hold my hand…..” (lyrics to “Do You Want to Dance” by Bobby Freeman 1958). Everyone, no matter what age, loves to dance in some form or fashion, whether cultural or social dance or just tapping your toes to the beat of a song. Dance can be classical, cultural, freestyle, group or partner dance. Cultures and communities use dance as a way of entertainment, social interaction, communication and relaxation.
State AGs ramp up scrutiny of alleged price-fixing in rental housing
A car passes by an apartment building in College Park, Md., in June. Algorithmic price estimates, in which landlords might rely on complex data formulas to set rental rates, have become more popular in recent years, but lawsuits question whether the algorithms amount to price-fixing. Jacquelyn Martin/The Associated Press. In...
Letter | Nation's poor can be the swing vote
Dear Editor: I knew that I needed to be there: Washington, D.C., June 29, 2024, for the Mass Poor People’s and Low-Wage Workers’ Assembly and Moral March. After decades of working in health care, witnessing the neglectful tragedies of a for-profit health care industry and underfunded social support networks, after two years of learning and growing from my involvement in the poor people’s campaign A National Call for Moral Revival, I was committed to showing up in our nation’s capital to shout, “It does not have to be this way!”
"DC Fire & EMS Platoon 3 responds to 587 calls"
DC Fire and EMS in Washington, District of Columbia, reported that DC’s Bravest Platoon 3 responded to a total of 587 calls on July 20th-21st. Among these calls, there were 148 critical and 301 non-critical EMS dispatches, as well as 138 fire-related incidents and other types of emergencies. Source:...
New Tysons-Bethesda bus service coming soon to I-495
Commuters will soon get the option to travel directly between Virginia and Maryland’s most populous counties by bus, though the initial journey likely won’t be swift. Fairfax County will receive $2 million from the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) to provide Fairfax Connector bus service between the Tysons West Park Transit Station (8300 Jones Branch Drive) and the Bethesda Metro station (7450 Wisconsin Avenue) in Montgomery County.
Metro seeks public’s input to ‘help shape transit’ in the DMV
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) and the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments are seeking the public’s input to find ways to improve public transportation in the DMV. A post on the X platform from Montgomery County’s Department of Transportation said the...
Enchanting urban oasis: Rock Creek Park in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. is home to Rock Creek Park, an urban oasis offering various outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and running. The park is filled with lush trees and creeks, providing a scenic natural setting for visitors to enjoy during the summer months. It is a popular destination for those looking to immerse themselves in nature while still being in the city.
Registration now open for annual 10K Bay Bridge Run set for Nov. 10
Corrigan Sports Enterprises, Inc. (CSE) will once again facilitate the event across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge open to walkers and runners alike. Last year was Corrigan Sports third year running the event with over 17,000 reported participants, according to County Administrator Todd Mohn. Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA), CSE and Queen Anne’s County work closely to coordinate the event including planning for public safety measures with the help of outside agencies...
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