Maryland

Dishing the Dam Dirt, Dealing with Sediment at the Conowingo Dam

A 14-mile reservoir behind the Conowingo Dam in northern Maryland stops two-thirds of the Susquehanna River’s sediment from flowing into the Chesapeake Bay. But the reservoir is expected to reach capacity within 20 years, and all of the sediment will get through.

Potomac Music Producer Brenton Duvall Tries to Spin Internet Success into Durable Career

BETHESDA — Brenton Duvall is the big man on campus tonight. Up on the makeshift stage, he’s tinkering with his MacBook’s audio settings while red Solo cups are passed around the room. With a playlist full of party music and…

Local Families Keep Sporting Events Affordable in Expensive DC Market

The Washington Nationals rank fifth in average ticket price in Major League Baseball, but fans — especially families — are using creative, budget-friendly ways to attend games.

Sweetlife Blossoms into a Dominant Music Festival

How a local salad chain transformed a backyard concert into a juggernaut of a music event.

Medical Marijuana Dispensary to Open in D.C.

Despite the fact that pot is illegal on the federal level, a medical marijuana dispensary is preparing to open in the nation’s capital, a mere two miles from the U.S. Department of Justice.

Program That Helps Youth After Release from Juvenile Facilities Scheduled to Shut Down

Program that helps young people who have come out of commitment in juvenile facilities will shut down June 30.

Metro DC Sheds Staid Image to Put Young Designers on Fashion Runway

The nation’s capital has long been known as a place full of stuffy gray suits and neatly pressed ties, but these days, designers are loosening the top button.

Esther’s Closet Turns Prom Dress Dreams Into Regal Reality

A new prom dress was out of the question for Imani Bowman, 17, when her mother lost her job just weeks before the big night. But a new prom gown donation project provided Bowman her dream dress for free.

U.S. Justice Department Issues Letters Supporting Citizens Recording Police Officers

The Department of Justice issued two letters to Maryland courts supporting constitutional rights of citizens recording police officers in their official capacities.

D.C. Deaf Men’s Rugby Players Are Pioneers in the Sport

The All Deaf Rugby Football Club, which practices in Washington, D.C., is the only deaf adult men’s rugby team in North America.