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This rental is located at 1600 16th St NW. The Craigslist ad says:. “$2,300 / 1br – 484ft2 – Beautiful 1BR/1BA in Amazing Community! Everything You Need Right Here. Sixteen Hundred Apartments amenities include a beautiful, renovated lobby, 24-hour front desk and package service, smart laundry, private dog park, and a controlled access entry with video features allowing residents to view guests before welcoming them to the community. For more details, or to arrange your tour, contact our leasing office or use the online contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible. You deserve to treat yourself to the lifestyle offered at this community.
The Fresh Market announces two new locations opening in Northern Virginia
FALLS CHURCH, Va. (DC News Now) — It’s official! The Fresh Market, a specialty fresh food retailer, is gearing up to open two new locations in the Washington D.C. metro area. In an announcement on Monday, the Greensboro-based grocery store said the new locations will open its doors in Northern Virginia. One will open at […]
SLIDESHOW: Alexandria’s 275th Birthday
The City of Alexandria celebrated its 275th birthday – or anniversary of its founding – on July 13 by hosting an event on the waterfront with fireworks, cupcakes and guest speakers. The city was founded in 1749 by Scottish merchants and that heritage is often celebrated throughout the year. City and state leaders alike joined in the festivities by passing out cupcakes to attendees. The night was capped off by a firework show on the Potomac River.
Boxcar Tavern – “seems they’re completely shut down”
“Boxcar (across from Eastern Market) up and closed in a matter of days. Noticed the outdoor tables were gone yesterday and now it seems they’re completely shut down – I peeked inside and all the liquor from behind the bar has been cleared out.”. Ed. Note: Their website...
'Jugging' on the rise in Maryland: Annapolis police share safety tips
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (7News) — A new crime trend known as "jugging" has made its way to the DMV, prompting local police to issue a warning to residents. The Annapolis Police Department said jugging is a form of theft that includes robbery, typically when a suspect follows a victim from a financial institution such as a bank, ATM, or check cashing service.
Belmont Bay Welcomes Back Miller & Smith for Fourth Project
Belmont Bay, the river lifestyle community at the confluence of the Occoquan and Potomac Rivers, is thrilled to announce the return of renowned local homebuilder Miller & Smith. With a legacy at Belmont Bay dating back to 1999, Miller & Smith has become an integral part of the community, most recently celebrated for their popular 55+ elevator townhomes in the Beacon Park section.
FOR SALE IN WARD 8 | 2248 Shannon Place, SE - $519,000
“Wow! You must see this spectacular Anacostia renovation with high ceilings and open floor plan, new kitchen with large island, stainless steel appliances, quartz counters, new bathrooms with marble tile, full finished walkout basement with state of the art recessed lighting.”
MPD provides delivery lockers for Amazon Prime Day
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Millions of customers are expected to take advantage of the deals for the last day of Amazon Prime Day. However, thieves are as eager as customers to scoop up packages. A report from Security.org said in 2023, 44% of American customers were victims of a stolen package at some point in […]
Nashua-Plainfield Students on National History Day Competition in D.C.
COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS BROUGHT TO YOU BY FLOYD COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER:. Mark Pitz spoke with social studies teacher Suzy Turner and her Social Studies students on their National History Day Competition in Washington, DC the past week. Students include:. Elexa O’Neill on winning National Champion Group Website (partner Ava Kirk unavailable)...
Dr. Gregory Bernard Named New Director for the Naval Postgraduate School Center for Homeland Defense and Security
The Naval Postgraduate School Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS) has appointed Dr. Gregory Bernard as its new director according to a post on LinkedIn. This announcement follows a productive week in Washington, D.C., where Interim Director Jodi Stiles and Dr. Bernard engaged with FEMA leadership and introduced Dr. Bernard at a regional alumni meeting held at the Smithsonian’s Ripley Center.
La Plata man arrested after allegedly firing gunshot at TV during argument
CHARLES COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — The Charles County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) said officers arrested a man after he fired a gunshot at a television and threatened two people on Saturday morning. Police said that at around 10:50 a.m., officers responded to a La Plata home for the report of a man who fired […]
Maryland State Troopers Rescue Dog In Unattended Vehicle on I-495 Tuesday
Trooper Shane McGregor (pictured), assigned to the Aviation Command, assisted the College Park barrack with a reported dog left in a hot car on the shoulder of I-495 near the Baltimore-Washington Parkway on Tuesday. According to Maryland State Police, troopers observed a dog left unattended in a vehicle with the...
‘A loss to humanity’: Maryland approves big cuts to program funding to head off looming budget shortfall
For Maryland Public Defender Natasha Dartigue, the cuts to her office’s budget — a drop among the $148.3 million approved Wednesday morning to be slashed across state agencies by the Board of Public Works — is antithetical to the financial question state constitutional officers are attempting to answer. Dartigue called herself and the hundreds of public defenders who serve marginalized and ...
Maryland Board of Public Works approves nearly $150 million in cuts to state budget
The Maryland Board of Public Works on Wednesday approved $149 million in cuts to the state budget proposed by Gov. Wes Moore. Chairing the Board of Public Works meeting in Annapolis, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore proclaimed that he’s managed budgets over his entire career. He added that reductions in the budget are necessary after stagnant economic growth over the last decade.
Maryland Weather: Evening storms followed by a welcome break from the heat
BALTIMORE -- It's another very hot day across the area with temperatures topping out in the 90s for most locations. Heat index values through the afternoon will reach between 100 and 105 degrees for most areas, with portions of the Eastern Shore possibly reaching close to 110 degrees.A cold front will approach the area during the afternoon and evening hours, bringing a decent chance for showers and thunderstorms. A severe thunderstorm watch is in place until 10:00 p.m. for much of the state, including Baltimore, Baltimore County, Montgomery, Prince George's, Howard, Harford, and Caroline counties. Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Calvert, Caroline, Carroll, Cecil,...
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