The stage is set for this year’s Olympic Winter Games and some area residents recently had the chance to enjoy cocktails and the Olympic sport of curling. Visitors to Washington’s Wharf District were able to take to the ice and try their hand at tossing the winning stone
Protesters rally at the March on DC for a Better Tomorrow
They called it the “People’s March On Washington” and the weekend before President Donald Trump delivers his first State of the Union address thousands gathered in the nation’s capital and called for a better tomorrow. The march, organized by the grassroots organization, “People Demand Action,” kicked off at the Lincoln Memorial and followed a path down the National Mall that included a stop in front of the White House. Organizers say this is just the beginning of their efforts to mobilize in advance of the 2018 elections.
Local Youth Receive Hands-On Lessons From Former NFL Players
In advance of this week’s Congressional football game at Gallaudet College, some retired NFL players helped with some hands-on training for a lucky group of elementary and middle school students from around the region.
Poor Promotion Cited On Annual Car-Free Commuting Day
Thousands of commuters from Maryland make their way into the District of Columbia daily for their jobs. This week, drivers were asked to find another method of transportation as part of International Car Free Day. But participation may have been limited because of a lack of publicity.
D.C. streetcar opens doors to public after long wait
Despite going incredibly over budget and taking years to complete, the Washington DC streetcar system is finally open.
U.S. Postal Service Inspires Kids to Write
April is National Card and Letter Writing month. The United States Postal Service celebrated by issuing a new Forever stamp inspiring kids at the Friendship Public Charter School in D.C. to personalize their heart-felt messages.
DC Ferguson: Protesters Respond to Decision in Ferguson
Following the decision by a Ferguson, Missouri grand jury not to indict Officer Darren Wilson for the shooting death of Michael Brown, protests popped up around the country including Washington, D.C.