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Armed Forces Cycling Classic to shut down Arlington roads
ARLINGTON COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Arlington County Police Department (ACPD) said the 2024 Armed Forces Cycling Classic: Challenge Ride and Crystal Cup bicycle races will shut down a number of roads. The event will take place from Saturday, June 1 to Sunday, June 2. These roads will be closed from 4 a.m. […]
$48,000 Horse Racing Winning Bet Placed in Silver Spring
SILVER SPRING, MD—A local Montgomery County man hit a major Racetrax win, securing $48,432 after placing a Superfecta Wheel bet. The longtime lottery enthusiast purchased his ticket on May 15, investing $35 in a bet that covered five horses across 20 races. The winning ticket was bought at a Sunoco station in Kenilworth, Hyattsville, as the player was returning home. This specific betting strategy allowed him to predict the order of finish for his chosen horses, enhancing his chances of winning. In addition to his winnings, the Silver Spring resident benefited from the Racetrax Triple Crown promotion, saving $5 on
Alex Ellis by the numbers against Memphis
D.C. (4-5) defeated Memphis (1-8), 36-21, at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium during Week 9 of the inaugural UFL season. Former Vol and D.C. tight end Alex Ellis recorded three receptions, 28 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown. He was targeted three times. Ellis played for the Vols from 2011-15 under head coaches Derek Dooley and Butch Jones. He played in 26 games at Tennessee, including one start, recording 14 receptions, 232 receiving yards and one receiving touchdown. Ellis was not selected in the 2016 NFL draft. D.C. will next play on Sunday against Arlington at Audi Field in Washington, D.C. Kickoff between the Defenders and Renegades is slated for noon EDT and will be televised by ABC. READ: Former Vols on 2024 UFL rosters Daniel Dunn-USA TODAY Sports
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