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On May 6th 2019, residents gathered to discuss a housing plan that is to be drafted and submitted to the D.C. Council in upcoming months..

Ward 3 affordable housing meeting outlines inequalities, resident concerns - Current Newspapers by Tori Powell On May 6th 2019, residents gathered to discuss a housing plan that is to be drafted and submitted to the D.C. Council in upcoming months. This plan will include studies on D.C.’s segregation history, racially and ethnically concentrated poverty, the intersection of race and income, ...

A Hearst Park construction project this summer includes major soccer field work and putting in a new six lane outdoor pool and pool house:

“There’s zero confidence” say Ward 3 residents on Hearst Park renovation - Current Newspapers “It’s time to put the house on the market,” and other such grumblings could be heard in the audience as Department of Parks and Recreation Landscape Architect Peter Nohrden presented the final scope of work for the Hearst Park renovation and pool construction at a Ward 3 meeting on May 7th, 20...

This local nonprofit that provides educational support services to help students succeed has its roots in the Civil Rights movement... For Love of Children

FLOC ‘helps children caught in quicksand to get on solid ground’ - Current Newspapers For Love of Children (FLOC), a nonprofit that provides educational support services to help students succeed, started in the height of the Civil Rights movement in 1965. At its annual breakfast fundraiser last week at the Marriott Wardman Park, the organization — which now operates in the District...

On the Market: A splendid Spanish Revival in Observatory Circle

This splendid Spanish Revival in Observatory Circle is breathtaking The recently renovated 1920s stucco home at 3600 Massachusetts Ave NW (Observatory Circle) features a Spanish Revival style and modern upgrades.

Georgetown Heritage anticipates canal boat rides at C&O Canal in 2020

Georgetown Heritage anticipates canal boat rides at C&O Canal in 2020 Georgetown Heritage expects the Georgetown portion of the C&O Canal to feature canal boats that offer passenger rides by late summer 2020.

Wilson High School plays a physical brand of basketball to defeat National Cathedral School

Wilson wins hard-fought battle against National Cathedral School On Tuesday, the Wilson High School Lady Tigers knocked off the National Cathedral Lady Eagles, 41-36. It was a competitive, exciting contest from the start.

Lewis Ferebee is the new chancellor for DCPS

Mayor Bowser names Lewis Ferebee DCPS Chancellor Lewis Ferebee, who served as the Indianapolis Public Schools superintendent, was nominated by Mayor Muriel Bowser to be DCPS's next chancellor.

Thousands gather to pay respects to George H.W. Bush

Americans travel to Capital Rotunda to honor George H.W. Bush On Monday, December 3, former President George H.W. Bush laid in the Capitol’s rotunda for a public viewing session. He passed away on November 30.

Margaret Lewis: Reflecting on over 30 years of selling houses in the Palisades

A longtime realtor in the Palisades reflects on her gratifying career Instead, Margaret Lewis spent the next decades specializing in selling residential real estate, focusing on the Palisades neighborhood.

On Autos: Three small crossovers that fit plenty of luxury

Three small crossovers has plenty of luxury, affordable prices Northwest residents, though, have benefited greatly from the explosion of small luxury crossovers. These vehicles combine the sensible size of a city car.

Mayor Bowser announces plans to renovate District schools to account for student need

Mayor Bowser plans to invest $1.6 billion in renovating schools Mayor Muriel Bowser recently announced her plans to invest $1.6 billion in continued renovation and modernization of schools over the next six years.

Proposed gondola construction between Georgetown, Rosslyn builds momentum

Proposed gondola construction in Georgetown, Rosslyn picks up steam The District Department of Transportation suggested a gondola installation to bridge Virginia and D.C. over the Potomac River.