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Check your Powerball tickets from last night’s drawing because you could be a big winner! Even though no one hit the estimated $1.04 billion jackpot on Monday, there was a $100,000 winning ticket sold in Howard County and a $50,000 winning ticket purchased in Prince George’s County. A...

Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of upper marlboro..

It’s happened in D.C. and other parts of the country, and now Prince George’s County, Maryland, is joining Montgomery County in an effort to end the tipped minimum wage at its restaurants. Under a plan introduced Tuesday, the county would see tipped minimum wage of $3.63 per hour...

The city of Alexandria is set to host the Pride of Baltimore II at its marina from October 20 to 22, 2023. This visit is part of the National Park Service tour of the Star-Spangled Banner National Historic Trail. The ship will dock at the Alexandria Marina and offer free deck tours from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. No tickets are needed for these tours, which allow visitors to engage with the deck crew and a National Park Service ranger.

Good news from a reader: “I just spoke with the owner she said they are only closed Tuesday and Wed for renovations.”. I walk by Keren Restaurant in Adams Morgan several times a day. Just this weekend it was bustling with customers like usual. This morning on my walk, it was shuttered and gutted!

ARLINGTON COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Arlington Fire & EMS said a dog was rescued during a house fire Monday afternoon. Crews said they were dispatched to the 4700 block of Arlington Boulevard for a structure fire. When first responders arrived at the scene, they found a 2-story single-family home on fire. First responders […]

Alexandria, VA Foxfire Grill, 6550 Little River Turnpike, which underwent a makeover on the reality TV show, Restaurant Impossible, will close on October 31. This makes all of us at The Zebra very sad as we were an integral part of the support of the makeover. The episode, “New Roles, New Results,” first aired January 23, 2020 and showcased the humbling journey owner Terri Fox and her partner and wife Jacki Coppage took as they took constructive criticism, eventually accepting the guidance and mentorship of Chef Irvine.

There is one Minnesota city that has made the 2023 Top-5 World's Most Rat-Infested Cities. Not the list you want to be on. A rat is described as "a rodent that resembles a large mouse, typically having a pointed snout and a long, sparsely-haired tail. Some kinds have become cosmopolitan...

Paws in the Park, a pet-themed festival, is returning this Sunday (Oct. 15) to Oronoco Bay Park (100 Madison Street). The event is the biggest pet adoption event of the year for the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (AWLA). Activities include a dog costume contest, a “pet parade,” and activities for both pets and owners.

Lounge of Three closed after a terrible fire back in December. Now we know what’s becoming of the space – Everyday People DC. “Brand new DC neighborhood bar coming soon to U Street from the founders of RegMoPromo.”. Stay tuned.

One of the less noticed and appreciated natural treasures of Capitol Hill is the wonderful array of trees on the Capitol grounds. On September 15, 2023, as part of Casey Trees’ Urban Tree Summit, Jim Kaufmann, Director of the Capitol Grounds and Arboretum staff, led a very informative tour of the grounds for the group of arborists, park staff, gardeners, landscapers, and interested tree advocates.

Experience the fusion of traditional and modern Italian flavors with L'Ardente in DC. Join Chef Partner David Deshaies as he showcases the popular Campanelle Nere, a dish that perfectly encapsulates the restaurant's unique culinary approach.

The sign is up at La Speranza at 806 Baltimore Road in the Burgundy Park Shopping Center in Rockville. Neptali Mendoza will be the executive chef of the Italian/Tex-Mex restaurant, his first venture after a long career in Washington, D.C.-area restaurants. He started cooking professionally under the chef Peter Pastan at the Michelin Guide-listed Italian restaurant Obelisk at 2029 P Street, N.W. in 2006. Mendoza then moved onto RedRocks Pizzeria in Alexandria, and Baronessa Italian Restaurant here in Rockville, which closed last year. He is a graduate of the culinary arts program at the Carlos Rosario International School.

In this article, we're going to explore four fantastic sports bars located in Arlington. Have you had the chance to visit any of them? If yes, we'd love to hear about your experiences in the comments section below!

In the heart of the nation’s capital, where history has often been made and echoes of the civil rights movement still resonate, an event like no other unfolds each year. The March on Washington Film Festival is the longest running festival dedicated to civil rights. This year, the organizing team unveiled its thought-provoking theme of “Pulpits, Protest, and Power,” from Sept. 24 to Oct. 1. The objective was to bring together a diverse array of voices to explore the intersection of faith, activist and social change.

Experience the unique blend of rural charm and Hollywood glamour at West Virginia's Apple Harvest Festival. This year's celebration promises a special twist, honoring both the region's rich farming heritage and a touch of star-studded excitement. Don't miss out on this extraordinary event!

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NBC News4 Today anchorman Tony Perkins worked as a standup comedian for a decade before landing his first television position. Perkins will be interviewed live at the Beacon 50+Expo in Silver Spring, Maryland, on Oct. 22. Photo courtesy of NBC4. Some people enjoy a challenge. News anchor Tony Perkins —...