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DraftKings announces it's coming to the District, expanding mobile sports betting in DC
WASHINGTON, D.C., USA — On the day training camp fully gets underway for the Washington Commanders, sports fans learned they will have a new option for sports betting in the District. DraftKings announced its intention to launch its online sportsbook in Washington D.C., pending licensure and regulatory approvals. DraftKings...
Immigrant Food Opens First NoVA Restaurant in Ballston
The mission-driven restaurant will serve up globally inspired dishes from its new spot at The Nature Conservancy’s headquarters. Ready for a meal you’ll feel good about? Immigrant Food, a DC-based restaurant with a focus on advocacy, opens its first Virginia location Tuesday in Ballston at the headquarters of The Nature Conservancy.
“Van Leeuwen’s Union Station Scoop Shop Opens this Thursday (7/25)!”
“Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, the NYC born and nationally beloved ice cream brand known for its made-from-scratch dairy and vegan ice cream, is thrilled to announce that its fifth D.C. area location––located at Union Station at 50 Massachusetts Avenue NE––will open on Thursday, July 25. “We...
DC Fire and EMS offer free smoke alarms installation.
The DC Fire and EMS in Washington, DC highlight the importance of having working smoke alarms to protect your life and your family. If you are a resident of DC, own your home, and need a smoke alarm, you can call 311. DC's Bravest will provide and install smoke alarms for free.
Anacostia Residents Fight for Balance in Affordable Housing Development
While Mayor Muriel Bowser’s administration is well on its way to achieving its affordable housing goals, there remains the question of whether each ward in the District is taking on an equal share of the newly constructed and renovated units, as promised. The post Anacostia Residents Fight for Balance in Affordable Housing Development appeared first on The Washington Informer.
Summer mailbag: Answering your questions on the Terps
Before the beginning of fall sports, we asked readers to submit questions for a summer mailbag last week, and there were a number of engaging inquiries that will be answered in detail. Thank you to those who sent in questions! If you didn’t get a chance to submit one, don’t...
A sales tax debate becomes a housing debate at Springfield City Council
The carefully crafted 3/4-cent sales tax proposal would pay for police and firefighter retirement system funding needs, and pay raises, but also a variety of community investments including neighborhood and parks projects. That community portion of the tax would sunset after 10 years, while the retirement funding would be paid...
Pitt Offers 2025 Guard from Washington D.C.
On Monday, the Pitt men’s basketball staff offered 2025 guard Omari Witherspoon, a 6-foot-6 guard out of St. John’s College Prep in Washington, D.C. Witherspoon is ranked as a three-star guard in the class of 2025. He plays his summer ball for D.C. Premier on the Under Armor Circuit.
3-star C Seal Diouf commits to Georgetown
Seal Diouf, a three-star center in the 2025 class, has committed to Georgetown and head coach Ed Cooley, he told On3. The 6-foot-8 big man from the Dunn School (CA) is originally from the Netherlands. He broke down his decision in an interview with On3. So, why Georgetown? “Choosing Georgetown was a combination of many […] The post 3-star C Seal Diouf commits to Georgetown appeared first on On3.
Shooting after altercation in Aspen Hill under investigation by Montgomery County police
ASPEN HILL, Md. (7News) — An investigation is underway after an altercation led to a shooting in Aspen Hill, Maryland Tuesday morning, according to Montgomery County police. Officers said they responded to the 2200 block of Bel Pre Road around 10:55 a.m. for a reported shooting. A preliminary investigation...
JUST IN: Temporary homeless shelter to open in Reston next week
Fairfax County is moving ahead with plans to open a temporary overflow shelter for people experiencing homelessness in Reston. After weeks of planning, the shelter is officially scheduled to open at 5 p.m. on Monday, July 29 in the North County Human Services Center (1850 Cameron Glen Drive), the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) announced today (Tuesday).
DEVELOPING: Underground utility fire reported after sound of explosion in Crystal City
A large fire department response responded to an underground utility fire in Crystal City this afternoon. The fire, on the 2400 block of Crystal Drive amid office and apartment buildings, followed reports of an “explosion” heard and felt in the area shortly after 1 p.m. Tuesday. “Large Fire...
Lusby neighbors come together after teen's death
The July 7 death of a 15-year-old Lusby boy, apparently by suicide, has jarred residents of all ages in his Chesapeake Ranch Estates neighborhood. On July 18, one of Jaden Charles Simpson’s neighbors — Kim Bowman — hosted a gathering at the community’s garden and field as a way to remember the teenager but also seek ways to prevent any more needless loss of life. “Anyone who knows me knows...
Big Lots To Close Three Maryland Stores, Including Reisterstown Location
The retailer, which operates more than 1,400 stores nationwide - including 27 in Maryland - is planning to shutter the doors of approximately 40 locations. The company cited rising costs and inflation as reasons for the move, and a bankruptcy filing could reportedly be on the way. None of Virginia's...
Indian Head man allegedly found with $50,000 of drugs
As part of an ongoing drug investigation, detectives assigned to the Narcotics Enforcement Section served a search warrant on July 3 at a home on Jameson Court in Indian Head. The suspect, Domonique Carlton Hawkins, 31, of Indian Head, was taken into custody away from the home, according to a release from Charles County Sheriff’s Office. During the search, nearly $50,000 worth of cocaine, crack cocaine and cannabis were allegedly...
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