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All-girls math competition aims to inspire other girls to pursue STEM
Their aim is to engender a sense of community and to inspire other girls to pursue their passions in these fields.
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National Zoo to decrease entry points for visitors, add more fences
The plan will keep the zoo’s three vehicle and three primary pedestrian entry points, but will consolidate the 10 informal entryways down to three, while maintaining direct access to parking lots.
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Reward increased in mysterious DC animal cruelty case
The Humane Rescue Alliance in D.C. has increased the reward amount for any information that leads to an arrest in a mysterious case that ended with a wounded dog having to be put down.
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Interfaith work session plots the path toward racial reconciliation in Virginia
An interfaith group of Virginians gathered Sunday evening to forge a way forward after blackface scandals that shook the highest offices in the state’s government. Va. Attorney General Mark Herring sat on the front pew of the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church to listen.
2 weeks ago -
Cycle for Survival fundraiser in DC wants cancers to hit the road
Across the country and in D.C., people gathered Saturday afternoon to sweat it out, part of Cycle for Survival, an annual event to raise funds for research in hopes of defeating rare cancers.
2 weeks ago -
Take your keys, hide your wallets: Car break-ins increase in DC
Thieves are snatching valuables from autos and it appears there has been a spike in the number of such property crimes citywide throughout D.C.
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Ft. Washington org provides platforms for African-American classical musicians
During Black History Month, and all year long, a local performing arts organization shares its passion for the classics through its partnerships with organizations around the D.C. area and beyond to provide performing platforms for African-American classical musicians.
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Va. delegate calls for tough conversations about racism
In reckoning with Virginia’s painful history of slavery and racism, Delegate Delores McQuinn says the way forward is love. Tough, honest conversations about uncomfortable ideas are necessary.
4 weeks ago -
In honor of Presidents Day, walking tours of Alexandria let locals step back in time
Every Sunday afternoon in February, Alexandria Visitor Center/Ramsay House is hosting free two-hour walking tours, with stops at key sites throughout historic Old Town.
1 month ago -
Prince George’s Co. Summer Youth Enrichment Program helps teens start job search
Prince George’s County teens with their eyes on summer jobs spent part of their Saturday getting that process underway and applying for the Summer Youth Enrichment Program. See photos.
1 month ago -
Crowd converges near Friendship Archway for Chinese New Year celebration
A crowd several rows deep packed the streets around the Friendship Archway in Chinatown. People stood on bus stop benches, clustered by restaurant entryways and huddled together behind metal stanchions to watch the parade. See photos.
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Montgomery Co. dog attack sends 2 women to hospital, leaves 2 dogs dead
Two women went to the hospital but are expected to recover after they were attacked by two dogs inside a house in Montgomery Village Saturday. The police said they had to shoot the dogs.
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A local twist to black cultural rebirth during Great Migration
As part of Black History Month, there’s a focus on the ways African Americans have influenced the country and the world, and a panel in Laurel, Maryland, Saturday delved into how the migration of large numbers of black folks from the south to north helped spark a cultural shift.
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PHOTOS: Feds with side businesses network and showcase their wares
Sunday afternoon, some federal and contract workers gathered to showcase their side businesses that ranged from jewelry sales, baked goods and realty services. See photos.
2 months ago -
Alexandria returns to top 10 safe cities list for 2018
The top 10 for 2018 were the same as the year before, but some cities traded spots, and Alexandria moved up. Find out where they landed and how the list was compiled.
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