Cupid’s Undie Run Forced to Change… But Just Barely
A Valentine’s Day tradition, where thousands of people shed their pants and run for a good cause, will now be virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Cupid’s Undie Run, which… Read More
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All Smithsonian Museums, National Zoo Announce ‘Temporarily Closure’
The Smithsonian Institution will close all its museums and the National Zoo to the public starting Monday, Nov. 23. No reopening date has been announced. The decision for a temporary… Read More
Health Advisory Urges Individuals Connected to Recent White House Events to Get Tested
Montgomery County has joined health officers from nine neighboring jurisdictions located in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia to issue a health advisory after 12 people—including President Donald Trump and First… Read More
Council Resolution Aims to Replace Columbus Day With Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Councilmember Nancy Navarro introduced a resolution Tuesday that would officially recognize the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Currently that day on the calendar is known as Columbus… Read More
How Poetry Gave Voice to Three Men Who Grew Up in Prison
For three Washington, D.C. men who were incarcerated during their youth, poetry is a powerful means of self expression. Nokomis Hunter, Shannon Battle, and Cliff Yarborough all grew up in… Read More
Police Charge Second Suspect Connected to Bethesda Jewelry Store Robbery
Montgomery County Police Department has charged a second suspect in connection to the armed robbery of a jewelry store in Bethesda on Dec. 13. Police identified the man charged as… Read More
Public Invited to Celebrate Roberts’ Life, Donate to Children’s Inn at NIH
Cokie Roberts’ family is inviting the public to participate in celebrating the life of the renowned journalist. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked for contributions to The Children’s… Read More