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Radio One DC News/Community Affairs Director (Sheila Stewart) With First Lady Michelle Obama at The White House Women and Girls Forum
(Washington, DC) — Metro will begin testing a new pay-by-phone parking program starting today. Drivers parking at the Rockville and Fort Totten Metro stations will be able to pay for metered spots with their phones. Drivers will be able to pay with Parkmobile, which is the same app used in the District. General parking […]
(Washington, DC) — DC Mayor Vincent Gray is making his views known in the growing controversy over Chick-fil-A. The mayor says he strongly supports LGBT rights and marriage equality and that Chick-fil-A serves “hate chicken” because the company president is opposed to same-sex marriage. The mayors of Boston, Chicago and San Francisco have said […]
(Annapolis, MD) — Maryland lawmakers will return to Annapolis on August 9th for a special legislative session on the expansion of gambling in the state. Governor O’Malley says adding a sixth casino and Las Vegas-style table games will bring needed jobs and revenue to Maryland. When lawmakers convene, they’ll be working out the details […]
Upper Marlboro, MD – The National Weather Service has issued a heat Advisory for Prince George’s County and surrounding jurisdictions. The Office of Emergency Management reminds citizens that extreme heat can be dangerous and even deadly. Please be vigilant by checking on neighbors, especially the elderly and those who have special needs to ensure they […]
National Exercise With Your Child Week Family Fitness Kick-Off Event August 4, 2012 from 9:00 AM -11:00 AM at the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex . The event is free and open to the public. The event will encourage parents and guardians to exercise with their children as part of a healthier lifestyle. Participants […]
You’re invited to the America Hires Virtual Job Fair August 1, 2012 – September 30, 2012. The virtual job fair is an online event aimed to connect candidates with hiring companies and jobs throughout the United States. Benefits include: * No travel required * FREE to participate for […]