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Sports world reacts to massive Commanders announcement
The Washington Commanders made a massive announcement on Monday that has the sports world buzzing. Pro Football Hall of Famer Darrell Green will receive an overdue honor, as the team announced they will retire Green’s jersey. No Commander will ever wear the No. 28 again after the announced ceremony,...
Grammy-nominated metalcore band As I Lay Dying ready to shred The Fillmore in Silver Spring
What’s heavier than heavy metal? Check out the screaming and growling of “metalcore!”. “We’ve done some incredible shows in the D.C. area,” frontman Tim Lambesis told WTOP. “Us being from the West Coast, our first time there we thought, ‘Nobody’s going to care,’ so when we got there we felt the love, so now we always look forward to coming back. … We generally will start with our Top 10 (hits), then we’ll add what’s missing. We try to represent at least two or three songs from each album and we’re playing a new song on this tour because we’re beginning to roll out for a new album later this year.”
Israel’s New 767 “Air Force One” Has Flown Its First Prime Minister Transport Mission
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin “Bibi” Netanyahu took his first flight aboard the country’s “Air Force One” VIP aircraft today. The transport brought Netanyahu to Washington, D.C., marking his first trip to the U.S. capitol in almost four years. Views from inside the aircraft, officially...
42nd Annual Rammys Fetes Local Restaurants, Bars
Yesterday evening, restaurant industry professionals and their allies gathered for the 42nd Annual RAMMY Awards Gala at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center to celebrate the daily, tireless toil of delighting the District’s taste buds. The awards, presented by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW), recognize excellence in long-standing categories that range from individual professional honors to accolades celebrating culinary concepts and service.
The Atlantis Surfaces with Stellar Sound
Washington, D.C. (July 22, 2024)—The 9:30 Club has been an integral part of the Washington, D.C. music scene for decades—the original took over a small club called The Atlantis in 1980 and soon became the region’s must-play venue. Now there’s a new Atlantis in town, created by concert promoter I.M. with the aim of recreating the intimate, tight-knit vibe of the original, while bringing some aspects up to date, such as the audio system.
Analyst highlights 2025 NFL Draft prospect Commanders should watch
All eyes are focused on the Washington Commanders' training camp preparations as the 2024 season draws closer. However, general manager Adam Peters' new-look front office is already turning their attention to the second offseason of his dramatic rebuild next spring. The Commanders turned over almost half their roster during a...
Editor’s takeaways from NPA congressional fly-in day
For the second year in a row, I flew to Washington, D.C., for a congressional lobby day hosted by the Natural Products Association (NPA). This year’s event was held on May 22, and below are a few of my ruminations. NPA’s lobbyists have deep experience on the Hill and...
Israeli protesters demand hostage deal as Netanyahu visits U.S.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will be in Washington, D.C., this week for a multi-day visit. The trip comes amid Israeli protests calling for Netanyahu to secure a hostage deal. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more from East Jerusalem.
Adopt a Pet in Alexandria: Meet Bigwig and Clover
ALEXANDRIA, VA-Bigwig (white) and Clover (black) are bonded female shorthaired rabbit sisters who are looking for a home where they can stay together. They are both five months old. This pair loves to zoom around their playroom, chasing each other. They both are incredibly smart and love to best treat puzzles. In their foster home, they were even learning some bunny tricks. The two love to be around each other and will often snuggle with and groom each other. It’s quite cute. They both enjoy getting pets here and there. If you’re searching for companions that are sure to provide hours of entertainment and affection, Bigwig and Clover might be your bunnies!
Arlington, Va. and DC top list of fittest cities in the US
Arlington, Virginia, and D.C. are ranked the top two cities in the nation in the 17th annual American College of Sports Medicine Fittest Cities Index. “Arlington, Virginia — this is the seventh year in a row that they were first,” said professor Stella Volpe, head of the department of Human Nutrition Foods and Exercise at Virginia Tech and president of the American College of Sports Medicine.
St. Mary’s County Caregivers’ Support Group Meetings Begin July 23
LEONARDTOWN, Md. – The St. Mary’s County Government’s Department of Aging & Human Services (DAHS) is pleased to welcome caregivers in our community to the St. Mary’s County Caregivers’ Support Group. The St. Mary’s County Caregivers’ Support Group is designed to be a safe space...
Washington Legend Darrell Green Jersey Retirement Game Revealed
Darrell Green will be honored by the franchise this season. The Washington Commanders have a rich history. They have won multiple Super Bowls and much of the success is attributed to the great players that have passed through the franchise over the years. Throughout history, elite players have had their...
Gas prices: Remain steady to start the week
Gas prices continue to be an important topic heading into the 2024 presidential election. With President Joe Biden deciding not to seek reelection, presumptive Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, will have to address the high prices of gas in the country. While there has been a decrease at the pumps in recent weeks and […]
Lost Capitol Hill: The Legend of Mistletoe Bough
Over the last few columns, we have looked at a most entertaining article about ghosts in the Capitol, published February 5, 1899 in the Washington Times. While most of the stories refer to famous statesmen who continue to haunt the Capitol even long after their death, one story stands out as featuring not a politician, but a young bride:
The 15th Annual Alexandria Summer Sidewalk Sale Returns
ALEXANDRIA, VA-One of the longest-running seasonal summer shopping events—Alexandria Summer Sidewalk Sale—returns to the D.C. region’s “Shop Small” destination on Saturday, August 10, 2024, throughout Old Town and beyond. The event features more than 60 Alexandria boutiques stepping out of their storefronts and offering deeply discounted summer merchandise across women’s fashion, consignment, fair-trade goods, artwork, plants, home décor and more.
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