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People have many things to love about living East of the River. We have beautiful green spaces. There are amazing historical landmarks and history....

Sharon Wise identifies herself as a “surviving spirit” after enduring and overcoming child abuse, homelessness, prostitution, incarceration and mental health issues in her lifetime. The...

Ward 7 resident Michael Covin spends much of his time helping others secure employment, training, and a better life. The Department of Employment Services...

A constant presence at two Catholic churches East of the River and a fervent mathematician, Deacon William Anthony Hawkins, Jr. is a respected and...

Forget the North Pole, Santa and Mrs. Claus reside right here in DC in Ward 8. Bert and Elaine Haaga moved to Southeast and...

Robbie Woodland is a product of her environment and her family’s upbringing. The Ward 8 resident and one-time scrappy street hustler is now a...

The November general election brought significant political change to the nation and the District, including 17 new commissioners elected to the Ward 8 Advisory...

“What sign are you?” saxophonist Steve Coleman asked Terence Nicholson.  “A Virgo” Nicholson replied.  “You guys are good at starting things but not good...