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Community Rallies as Budget Cuts Hit Jelleff Club

The Georgetown branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs — still known as “Jelleff” despite a temporary relocation — has been a cherished neighborhood institution since even before Amy Carter dragged her Secret Service agents along for the club’s famous Saturday night roller skating. Founded...

Washington, DC · 1d
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USA TODAY

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St. John's dominates Gonzaga 44-3 in century-old high school rivalry

When talking about the St. John’s College High vs. Gonzaga College High rivalry , fans brought up a few comparisons: Michigan vs. Ohio State. Auburn vs. Alabama. USC vs. Notre Dame. That’s a tall order for a high school football game. But on a sunny fall afternoon in Washington, D.C., the atmosphere at St. John’s' packed Fernandez Stadium sure delivered. This year’s iteration may not have quite replicated the often-tight competition of its college football comparisons – St. John’s took down the Eagles 44-3 – but that didn’t touch the rowdy enthusiasm of either fan base in the sold-out crowd. St. John’s students hung sheets painted with “Birds Aren’t Real” and “Beat Gonzaga” (with all the Gs ex-ed out, of course), while Gonzaga kept up their chants of “God is Purple” all the way until the blowout’s final seconds. More: This weekend, DC has a different century-spanning power struggle: St John's vs Gonzaga There were some extra bragging rights on the line during this 106th meeting of the legendary D.C. rivalry – heading in, the all-time series record was knotted up at 50-50-5. After back-to-back Gonzaga victories in 2024 and 2025, the Cadets’ dominant revenge victory puts them back on

Washington, DC · 2d

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Allyson Felix Advocates For Athletes & Black Maternal Health at Howard University

WASHINGTON — For Allyson Felix, an Olympic legacy extends beyond the medals she earned on the track. The 11-time Olympic medalist has used her platform to advocate for women athletes, maternal protections and greater awareness of Black maternal health. Felix brought that message to Howard University on Oct. 27,...

Washington, DC · 1d
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NottinghamMD.com

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The Week in Winners: Elkridge 7-Eleven sells $181,891 winning lottery ticket as Maryland payouts top $31 million

BALTIMORE, Md. — A convenience store in Elkridge sold a lottery ticket worth $181,891 last week, marking the state’s largest prize during a seven-day stretch that saw players claim more than $31.1 million in total winnings, Maryland Lottery officials announced on Monday. The winning World Championship Poker FAST PLAY ticket was purchased at a 7-Eleven […]

Maryland · 8h

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JW Marriott Washington, DC Announces Two New Restaurant Concepts

WASHINGTON, D.C.—JW Marriott Washington, DC, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio, announced two new dining concepts by Grey Spaces. The two new concepts refresh the hotel’s food and beverage experiences. Diner Bar by The Grey will debut later this year, followed by The Grey on Penn in spring...

Washington, DC · 10h

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Warby Parker to Open Fifth Montgomery County Location

Warby Parker is preparing to open a new store at the Shoppes of Burnt Mills shopping center at 10729 Columbia Pike in Silver Spring. The eyewear retailer has signed on to take over the space formerly occupied by AT&T, located between Starbucks and a nail salon. The upcoming store will...

Silver Spring, MD · 10h

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9 Ways to Celebrate Veterans Day in Northern Virginia and DC

Each year on Veterans Day, communities across Northern Virginia pause to recognize the service and sacrifice of those who have worn the uniform. From solemn wreath-layings to family-friendly parades, there are plenty of ways to reflect, participate, and honor veterans across the region. Here are nine notable events to mark the day.

Virginia · 12h

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Watch the Hill Holiday Tree LIght Up the Neighborhood

It’s the official Hill start to the Holiday. The Capitol Hill Business Improvement District (BID) will host the 20th Annual Capitol Hill Holiday Tree Lighting on Saturday, Nov. 21, at 5:30 p.m., at Eastern Market Metro Plaza (Near Seventh and D Streets SE, across from the Southeast Library. Friends,...

Washington, DC · 23h

Gettysburg Connection

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Local veterans attend Gulf War memorial dedication in Washington

Eric Haskins led a group of local veterans to Washington, D.C., on Saturday for the dedication of the Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial. It was the third trip organized by Central PA Honor Flight, the local chapter of the national Honor Flight Network that Haskins founded. Central PA Honor...

Washington, DC · 1d

The Alexandria Brief

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School Board members push for longer school day as ACPS rolls out color-coded weather statuses

The division will aim to decide by 6 p.m. the night before and make same-day calls by 4:30 a.m., as staff say the short instructional day leaves room for only about four snow days

Alexandria, VA · 15h

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Local, state leaders still debating who should pay for future Metro service

Regional transit leaders say six steps could help Metro stay on a viable financial footing, but they fear more of the cost could fall on local governments. Despite recent steps in the right direction, “the fundamental long-term funding question remains unsolved,” Owen Williams, a program analyst with the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission (NVTC), said at the organization’s board of directors meeting last Thursday (Nov. 5).

Virginia · 10h

Ball Exclusives

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Wisconsin Visits Maryland in Big Ten Matchup

Wisconsin (6-3) faces Maryland (3-6) on Saturday, Nov. 14 at noon EST — a clash of elite defense versus porous defense and inefficient offenses. The post Wisconsin Visits Maryland in Big Ten Matchup appeared first on Ball Exclusives .

Madison, WI · 1d

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18 DMV cultural arts programs your kids should check out in 2026

Creativity looks different for every kid. For some, it’s the thrill of a first bow on stage; for others, it’s a lump of clay that becomes a masterpiece, a violin finally playing in tune or a puppet show that sparks a lifelong love of storytelling. Whatever form it takes, the cultural arts give children a place to explore who they are, build confidence and connect with cultures and traditions from around the world.

District Of Columbia · 8h

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John Hopkins-Gillispie Running for NAACP Alexandria Branch President

At its October general membership meeting, the NAACP Alexandria Branch 7043 Nominating Committee presented its slate for the 2027–2028 term and named John Hopkins-Gillispie as its nominee for Branch President. Hopkins-Gillispie is a life member of the branch. He has chaired the Freedom Fund Dinner for the past two...

Alexandria, VA · 20h

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Blair, Churchill reach girls’ state soccer final four

Montgomery County will be well represented in the Maryland Girls’ High School Soccer semifinals later this week. Winston Churchill and Montgomery Blair both advanced to the final four of the Class 4A state tournament. The two schools punched their tickets to the semifinals with impressive victories in the state...

Montgomery County, MD · 11h

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Floriana Coming to The Atrium Building in Old Town Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Old Town diners have a clearer sense of when Floriana might arrive. The longtime Dupont Circle restaurant is planning to close its Washington, D.C., location after New Year’s Eve and is targeting an early- to mid-January 2027 opening in Alexandria. In a recent interview with...

Alexandria, VA · 10h

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Residential redevelopment of longstanding Wolf Trap Nursery site approved

The Wolf Trap Nursery site on Leesburg Pike is officially set to be replaced with a residential neighborhood. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a developer’s proposal last month (Oct. 27) to build 13 single-family homes on the nearly 6.5-acre property at 9439 Leesburg Pike. The board unanimously...

Fairfax County, VA · 12h

Realty Today

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EYA and Bernstein Buy Fairfax County Church Land for 70-Townhome Idylwood Hill Community

EYA, the Washington, D.C.-based infill developer, has closed on nearly seven acres of underutilized land from St. Paul's Lutheran Church in the Idylwood neighborhood of Fairfax County, Virginia, launching sales this month on a 70-townhome community called Idylwood Hill. Equity partner Bernstein Management joined EYA in the acquisition at 7426 Idylwood Road, situated at the southwestern corner of Leesburg Pike and Idylwood Road near the West Falls Church–Virginia Tech Metro station, according to Bisnow. The purchase price was not disclosed.

Fairfax County, VA · 8h

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Stars and Stripes Honor Flight expands eligibility to more Wisconsin veterans

MILWAUKEE— More Wisconsin veterans will soon have the opportunity to visit Washington, D.C., through Stars and Stripes Honor Flight. The organization is expanding eligibility to include veterans who served during the Cold War and Desert Storm. Applications are now open, but those veterans are not expected to fly until next year.

Wisconsin · 5h