UberEats delivery guy builds up his own brand by documenting his deliveries

Josh Cavalero has been documenting his daily food deliveries on Instagram reels since August 2022. He started it as a way to connect with others in his community more. Through it, he’s been able to build his own brand. Cavalero hopes to expand it to more restaurant reviews that go deeper than what’s on the menu.

D.C. job fair gives second chance to homeless and formerly incarcerated job seekers

Landing a job interview can be difficult, especially if you are homeless or have served time in jail or prison.
For that reason, a community organization in Washington D.C. is helping residents reinvent themselves and get hired on the spot.

Existing service year programs may provide model for Moore proposal

The governor’s proposed plan for Maryland so far is a unique combination of the service year programs that have come before it.

Maryland installs more litter traps to protect water and sewer systems

Trash in waterways is hazardous for people, wildlife and the environment. Montgomery County releases its first litter trap in the Lockridge Drive Tributary adding on to the other seven traps in the Anacostia watershed. The traps will capture trash from going into the Chesapeake Bay and help mitigate the environmental impact.

Local organizations unite to fight hunger and promote restaurants

Riverdale Park, Maryland- Volunteer groups come together to try and find a solution to hunger and to help struggling restaurants.  These groups have been distributing cooked meals they purchase from local restaurants to those in need for over two years. 

Organization helping Afghan refugees overwhelmed with donations

Silver Spring, MD- The Adventist Community Services of Greater Washington is supporting Afghan refugees by collecting donations. Over the past few weeks, the local organization has received immense support from the community. The organization recently had to halt donations because…

U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings’ life is celebrated at services at Morgan State University

There are several services honoring Rep. Elijah Cummings throughout this week, but on Wednesday night, a special one took at Morgan State University, where the congressman served on the Board of Regents for 19 years.

Katsucon 2019 created a world of fantastical characters

NATIONAL HARBOR, Maryland – By day, Jamal Johns works as a luxury jewelry consultant in New York’s Soho neighborhood. By night, he crafts elaborate costumes. At last weekend’s Katsucon, Johns was strolling the Gaylord National Convention Center in his latest…

Historically black Ken-Gar community celebrates 125th anniversary

As residents of the Ken-Gar neighborhood gathered to celebrate its 125th anniversary earlier this month, they remembered the obstacles they overcame and reflected on their community’s increasing diversity.

Blizzard of 2016 Impacts Business in the Region

A look at how the 2016 blizzard impacted two Maryland businesses: Strosnider’s Hardware in Bethesda and Board and Brew in College Park. While some places had to close, others were able to stay open.