Adult Aquatics at DC Pools
It's never too late to learn how to swim. The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) offers a variety of classes and programs...
AARP Health Fair
The Southwest Waterfront AARP Chapter presents their eighth annual Community Health Fair on Oct. 16, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at River Park Mutual...
Maternal Health Improvement Bill Progresses
Shortly before the winter recess in December the health committee convened to talk about the Maternal Health Care Improvement and Expansion act and give the community and advocates a chance...
The Rise of Colorectal Cancer
Chadwick Boseman, the actor who portrayed King T’Challa in the Black Panther was 39 when he was diagnosed with colorectal cancer. He had two...
Freedom Run 5k Family Fun Day
On Sept. 21, 9 a.m., runners will race through the previously restricted Armed Forces Retirement Home grounds. After the race, the public is welcome...
Race For Every Child Kids Dash
The Race For Every Child, Oct. 19 at Freedom Plaza, is a fun event that promotes children’s health and wellness and raise much-needed funds...
Cleaning – Naturally!
It’s an interesting paradox that while many people are moving towards organic foods, household cleaners—which are often filled with toxins— are kept at the...
Free DPR Urban Grower Webinar
During this time of social distancing, the DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) Urban Grower Course has been converted into an all online...
Local Consulting Firm Helps Provide PPE
When COVID-19 cases began surging, the nation faced an immediate shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE). Locally, District healthcare workers had to care for...
