Tag: family
Is Being Single A Plus?
I recently read an Axios article about Senator Tim Scott, the African American Republican senator from South Carolina and presidential candidate. Supposedly some deep...
Willie Mae Young: Ward 7 Resident Turns 100
Willie Mae Young, a deep-rooted Ward 7 resident, celebrated her 100th birthday on June 24, 2023.
The centenarian recently relaxed in her living room in...
Reflections on Father’s Day
Up until adulthood Father’s Day was a deeply unhappy occasion for me. My mom and dad split up before I was turned one and...
Ward 7 Holiday Fest Saturday
Friends and family, good times and gifts. For many of us, that’s a recipe for the holidays. Sure, there’s a huge holiday market downtown....
DPR Hosts Halloween Events Starting Oct. 24
DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) will host dozens of Halloween events from Oct, 24 to Oct. 31. These free events for youth,...
Meet Troy Rogers
Southeast native Troy E. Rogers, 51, has reason to smile and celebrate life. Rogers, a successful salesperson, grew up in Ward 7 and still...
Celebrate Chuck Brown Day August 20
The 8th Annual Chuck Brown Day commemorates the life legacy and music of DC legend - the Godfather of Go-Go, Chuck Brown ugust 20.
Every...
Deanwood Day Returns May 21
It has been 5 Years in the making. The Deanwood Citizen's Association (DCA) is bringing Deanwood Day back this year!
Join the 2022 Deanwood Day...
Meet Michael Covin
Ward 7 resident Michael Covin spends much of his time helping others secure employment, training, and a better life. The Department of Employment Services...
Register for Ward 8 Toy Giveaway Today!
On Monday, Dec. 20th, the Office of Ward 8 COuncilmember Trayon White, Sr. in collaboration with Matthews Memorial Baptist Church will host the Ward...