It’s no wonder that the District regularly ranks among the top three healthiest cities in the country, according to Forbes, the American College of Sports Medicine, and

If all goes according to plan, within the next year Cultural Tourism DC will unveil its second DC Neighborhood Heritage Trail east of the river, joining the Deanwood Heritage

As the youngest in her family, Sofine Williams says she was last at everything. While her siblings are married with children, she is still single. However, when she opened

Shymee Davis, the nutritionist at Washington Seniors Wellness Center, is part of a staff dedicated to providing programs for residents 60 years of age and older in Ward 7.

The thought of getting her hands dirty was more appealing than expected for Randi Robinson, a Dunbar High School junior and resident of DC’s Glenncrest development in

David Shuster is a recognizable face on television news: throughout his Emmy-winning career the Current TV reporter has worked for CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News. However, every

On a Wednesday afternoon in a small classroom Andrea Hawkins prepared for the next exam. She is a student in the Community Empowerment Training Academy's (CETA) medical

Kids used to dream about digging their way to China. Now DC kids can discover China’s culture, language, and much more without picking up a trowel or even leaving the

In 2005, ICG Properties, a DC-based real estate development firm, purchased Penn Branch Shopping Center with the hope of giving the property a much-needed upgrade. Eight

When EOR last interviewed Natalie Williams she was preparing a major life change. She had just been diagnosed with breast cancer and made a very tough decision about how to

Anita Bonds can finally drop the “interim” from in front of her job title. With her victory over five other contenders in the April 23 Special Election, Bonds

Most of us living near Barracks Row rediscovered 8th Street first through food and then later through, well, more food. So easy to walk over to the Row and order the all-

Now that the weather is once again hospitable, it is time to get back out and explore all that H Street has to offer. Below you will find updates on what’s happening,

“It’s dangerous what you’re teaching these students. Self-expression, much good that’s going to do them. They’re Negroes. The world will only

The Gallery at Vivid Solutions and Honfleur Gallery Jazz Series The Gallery at Vivid Solutions and Honfleur Gallery will host two exhibitions on April 26, 2013. “

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Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge Swing Span Opening Sunday, May 19

Post date: 05/18/2013 - 12:00am

The District Department of Transportation is scheduled to close the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge (South Capitol Street Bridge) for routine testing, from 4 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Sunday, May 19. During normal opening and closing operations, the... >>more

High Tea Society Civili-Tea "Because Street Skills Are Not Enough"

Post date: 05/17/2013 - 11:02am

The High Tea Society is not a social club. They do not have any major donors. They also do not have the capacity to meet the current demand for programs for at risk girls. What they do have is a network of individuals who volunteer, contribute,... >>more

DC's Largest Hydroponic Greenhouse Farm Launched in Ward 8

Post date: 05/17/2013 - 12:00am

As part of Mayor Gray’s Sustainable DC Initiative, the District government is partnering with BrightFarms, which will build a 100,000-square-foot greenhouse farm at Oxon Run Park near the intersection of So. Capitol St. and Southern Ave. SE.... >>more

Friends of Capitol View Library Book Sale and Flea Market

Post date: 05/17/2013 - 12:00am

On Saturdays May 18 amd May 25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., find new and used books for sale on the sidewalk and inside. The sale includes children’s books, coffee table books, mysteries, novels, cook books, newspapers with Black history articles, history... >>more

DC DPR Statement on Water Bottle use in District Pools

Post date: 05/15/2013 - 7:44pm

Current District of Columbia Department of Health regulations cite that "…no food, drink, glass or animals [are allowed] in the pool area," (25-C DCMR § 6403). DOH is the agency responsible for licensing and inspecting all... >>more

Staying Fit without Breaking the Bank

Post date: 05/15/2013 - 12:00am

It’s no wonder that the District regularly ranks among the top three healthiest cities in the country, according to Forbes, the American College of Sports Medicine, and Gallup. A cursory look at local gym prices would suggest we spend enough... >>more

Heritage Trail Coming to Anacostia

Post date: 05/15/2013 - 12:00am

If all goes according to plan, within the next year Cultural Tourism DC will unveil its second DC Neighborhood Heritage Trail east of the river, joining the Deanwood Heritage Trail in Ward 7. Twenty distinctive markers will delineate landmarks in... >>more

Anacostia's First Consignment Shop Opens

Post date: 05/15/2013 - 12:00am

As the youngest in her family, Sofine Williams says she was last at everything. While her siblings are married with children, she is still single. However, when she opened The Last Shall Be First Consignment Boutique in Ellicot City, Maryland, she... >>more

DCPS and Achievement Prep to Engage Community About Upcoming Partnership in Ward 8

Post date: 05/15/2013 - 12:00am

In order to expand the number of high-quality seats for families in Ward 8, District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) and Achievement Preparatory Academy Public Charter School (Achievement Prep) will collaborate to create a new, innovative... >>more

Closure of Westbound Pennsylvania Avenue, SE Ramp to Southbound I-295, May 17-20

Post date: 05/14/2013 - 2:59pm

The District Department of Transportation will close the westbound Pennsylvania Avenue, SE ramp to southbound I-295 (Anacostia Freeway) from 7 p.m. on Friday, May 17 to 5 a.m. on Monday, May 20, 2013. This closure is needed to make repairs to... >>more

Mount Vernon Searching for History Teacher of the Year

Post date: 05/14/2013 - 2:54pm

The home of George Washington is looking for DC-area teachers who bring creativity and passion to their teaching, generate a love of learning, and deepen their students' understanding and appreciation of history. The Mount Vernon History Teacher... >>more

Temporary Lane Closures on Southbound I-295 Near Malcolm X Avenue

Post date: 05/14/2013 - 2:47pm

Due to infrastructure work, temporary lane closures have been scheduled for southbound Anacostia Freeway (I-295) near the Malcolm X Avenue, SE interchange during an ongoing project that is scheduled to take place from Monday, May 13, 2013 to Friday... >>more

DC United Annual Celebrity Golf Tournament

Post date: 05/14/2013 - 1:31pm

DC United and its charitable arm, United for DC, announce details for the Annual United Celebrity Golf Tournament set for Monday, June 17 with a 12:30 p.m. tee time. The event is a major fundraiser for United’s charitable foundation and will... >>more

Growing Food and Community

Post date: 05/14/2013 - 12:00am

The thought of getting her hands dirty was more appealing than expected for Randi Robinson, a Dunbar High School junior and resident of DC’s Glenncrest development in SE. “I didn’t think I’d like it,” she explains, but... >>more

In Your Kitchen

Post date: 05/14/2013 - 12:00am

Shymee Davis, the nutritionist at Washington Seniors Wellness Center, is part of a staff dedicated to providing programs for residents 60 years of age and older in Ward 7. One of her classes, Healthy Cooking, shows how individuals can prepare great-... >>more

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