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Construction crews hit valve causing gas leak outside MacArthur High School
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — First responders in D.C. said the smell of gas was prominent on Thursday morning outside of MacArthur High School after a gas leak. In a post on X, D.C. Fire and EMS said crews were called to the leak around 9:15 a.m. On the scene, first responders learned Washington Gas […]
Checking in on Keren’s reopening Status: “We hope to reopen in August.”
Keren has been closed for renovations due to a fire suffered back in February. Thanks to Rebecca for sharing the update from them:. “Friends! We have missed you and from all of the messages we have received it appears you have missed us too!. We hope to reopen in August.
JUST IN: Lululemon Leaving 14th Street Location on Sunday!!
Our time at this location is coming to an end. We’ve loved being a part of this community and are grateful to have been here! Come and check us out before we close our doors for the final time on Sunday, July 21st. You can visit us at F...
Massive Attack US shows on BrooklynVegan presale (password here)
Tickets for Massive Attack’s four US headline shows (Atlanta, DC, Boston and NYC) are on BrooklynVegan presale today from 10 AM – 10 PM with password BROOKLYNVEGAN:. October 17 – Atlanta @ Coca-Cola Roxy Theatre (tickets) October 22 – Washington, DC @ The Anthem (tickets) October...
Klein brothers plead guilty for role in 2021 riot at U.S. Capitol
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Two brothers pleaded guilty Wednesday to felony and misdemeanor charges stemming from their conduct during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol. Jonathanpeter Allen Klein, 24, of Pendleton pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to one count of civil disorder and one count of assaulting, resisting, or impeding certain officers.
2024 National Officer Safety and Wellness Awards winners announced
The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) is pleased to announce the winners of the Destination Zero National Officer Safety and Wellness Awards, which highlight agency-level achievements in the areas of officer safety and wellness. NLEOMF, whose mission is to honor the fallen, tell the story of American law...
Vienna Town Council inks a bunch of contracts
The Vienna Town Council on July 8 unanimously approved a raft of municipal contracts ranging from police software and pavement work to environmental services and vehicle tires. The contracts included:. • Up to $102,425 to Tyler Technologies in a sole-source agreement to maintain software for the Vienna Police Department’s computer-aided-dispatch,...
Chesterbrook wins final swim meet; Langley ties for first place
The Chesterbrook Tiger Sharks (4-1) ended their summer regular swimming season with a 290-130 road victory over Donaldson Run in Division 1 Northern Virginia Swimming League action. Chesterbrook finished second in the division standings. In the win, double race winners were Katherine Talbert, McKenzie Cory, Emma Maher, Mara Wilson, Ezra...
Two buildings in D.C. receive grants to preserve Black culture
Two D.C. sites are receiving grants to preserve African American culture in the U.S.Why it matters: The Ira Aldridge Theater at Howard University and the Masjid Muhammad mosque near Shaw each won grants of $150,000 from the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund.The big picture: Sites across America representing Black history "have been overlooked and undervalued," says Brent Leggs, the group's director.The fund announced $3 million in grants on Thursday to help preserve 30 sites nationwide. The Ira Aldridge Theater. Photo courtesy Visual14 via African American Cultural Heritage Action FundZoom in: Ira Aldridge was a 19th-century Black actor famed for...
Falls Church Little League All-Stars Claim District Runner-Up Title
The Falls Church Kiwanis Little League All-Stars program has concluded another thrilling season, marked by impressive performances and unforgettable moments on the diamond. The Majors team placed runner’s up out of the 12 teams participating in VA’s District 4 which is widely considered to be the most talented in the state. The team showcased grit and dedication, finishing with a commendable record of 5-2 in the tournament. Their six week journey together was marked by memorable victories, hard-fought battles and a lot of fun.
McLean Gold wins boys invitational youth soccer tournament
The age 2012 McLean Boys Gold youth soccer team won the Williamsburg Invitational tournament over the Memorial Day weekend. The players were Enzo Reyes-Castillo, Chase Bracher, Owen Glasser, Jack Lucey, Ben Phillips, Logan Swartz, Edison Tan, Liam Cunningham-Bennett, Everett Brady, Liam Brennan and Adonay Valencia. Ryan Sellers was the coach.
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill set to open next week in Franconia
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is set to take flight in Franconia next week. The casual American restaurant chain announced this week that it will open its first Fairfax County location next Monday, July 22, serving up hand-cut, aged steaks, fresh seafood and other signature dishes in the Festival at Manchester Lakes shopping center at 7027-A Manchester Blvd.
Woman, 80, Dies Weeks After Fairfax County Crash, Police Say
An 80-year-old woman has died after suffering what were initially believed to be non-life-threatening injuries in a Fairfax County crash earlier this month, police say.On Wednesday, July 3, Mount Vernon resident Donna Gulino was involved in a two-vehicle crash in the 8600 block of Richmond Hig…
Karaoke spot in Crystal City looks to open later this year
An upcoming karaoke spot in Crystal City hopes to open later this year. Interior construction is underway at Lantern Restaurant & Bar, which expects to open toward the end of this year, according to a county staff report for the Arlington County Board. Inside the restaurant at 320 23rd Street...
Jessup quarry’s local zoning dispute has wide-reaching consequences
A history of neighbor complaints culminated in an unfavorable zoning ruling in May against the operations of Savage Stone in Jessup. The Howard County hearing examiner’s decision revokes the conditional use that allows mining on the 300-acre property and could result in a shutdown of the operation. Quarry owners...
DC man facing sentenced to 6 years for drug trafficking scheme in Southeast
WASHINGTON (7News) — A D.C. man was sentenced to six years in prison Wednesday for his participation in a long-running drug trafficking conspiracy in the District, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. According to court documents, a law enforcement partnership including the Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Narcotics Enforcement...
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