[PR] Temporary Ramp and Lane Closures in the I-295/295 DC Corridor Scheduled for the Week of March 23

Will temporarily close lanes, ramps and shoulders on the following roadways to perform construction activities along and near the I-295 / DC 295 corridor.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 20, 2020DDOTComment

[PR] DC Health Announces First COVID-19 Related Death

The patient, a 59-year-old male, was admitted to a local hospital last week, presenting with symptoms of fever and cough as well as other underlying medical conditions.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 20, 2020DC HEALTH, COVID-19Comment

[PR] Coronavirus Data Update: March 19

As of 8:30 pm on Thursday, March 19, the District’s coronavirus (COVID-19) data includes 32 new positive cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 71 individuals.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 20, 2020COVID-19, DC HEALTH, PRESSS RELEASEComment

[PR] Metro to close Smithsonian, Arlington Cemetery Stations to prevent Cherry Blossom travel

Metro is open for ESSENTIAL TRIPS ONLY to maintain regional mobility for hospital staff, government officials, and emergency responders.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 20, 2020wmata, COVID-19Comment

[PR] Coronavirus Data Update: March 18

As of 7 pm on Wednesday, March 18, the District’s coronavirus (COVID-19) data includes eight new positive cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 39 individuals.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 19, 2020PRESS RELEASE, COVID-19Comment

[PR] All on-premise alcohol sales and consumption suspended effective today at 4pm

By a vote of 6-0, the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Board adopted an emergency rulemaking.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 19, 2020ABRA, COVID-19Comment

[PR] Public Notice to COVID-19 Medicaid Providers

ICYMI COVID-19 is covered and so are telemedical visits. See post for details.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 16, 2020DC HEALTH, COVID-19Comment

Nubian Hueman stores CLOSED until April 1st

Orders will continue to be fulfilled via the Nubian Hueman website.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 14, 2020Nubian Hueman, COVID-19Comment

Anacostia Playhouse is CLOSED through March 31st

Closing the theater inflicts a severe financial hardship on small arts organizations such as the Playhouse. Please consider a gift to help them weather this storm.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 14, 2020ANACOSTIA PLAYHOUSE, COVID-19Comment

Anacostia Arts Center is CLOSED March 14th - April 1

The closure is done out of an abundance of caution for members of The Community. The HIVE 2.0 will remain open for members.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 13, 2020ANACOSTIA ARTS CENTER, COVID-19Comment

[PR] Martha's Table COVID-19 Response

While Martha’s Table will remain open, to do their part in helping to contain and mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in the city, daily operations will change over the next three weeks.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 13, 2020MARTHA'S TABLE, COVID-19Comment

[PR] AG Racine Announces Office of the Attorney General to Telework

Will shift its operating status to telework during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency. Effective March 13 through April 1, 2020.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 13, 2020PRESS RELEASE, OAGComment

UPO has POSTPONED tonight's Family Night and upcoming Census Recruitment Fairs

Please spread the word on this scheduling update.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 13, 2020POSTPONEDComment

Theater Alliance CANCELS This Bitter Earth at the Anacostia Playhouse

If you already purchased tickets, you will hear from the Box Office soon about your options.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 13, 2020THEATER ALLIANCEComment

Reminders from DC Health about COVID-19

Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new strain of coronavirus that has not been previously identified in humans.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 11, 2020DC HEALTH, COVID-19Comment

UPDATE - Her owner has been found!

I’m not sure of the breed but she is adorable! Please help find her owner!

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 5, 2020FOUND DOGComment

What you should know about COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. An alcohol-based hand sanitizer can be used if soap and water are not available.

ALERTThe Advoc8teMarch 4, 2020COVID-19Comment

[PR] Temporary Ramp and Lane Closures in the I-295/295 DC Corridor Scheduled for the Week of March 2

DDOT will temporarily close lanes, ramps, and shoulders on the following roadways to perform construction activities along and near the I-295 / DC 295 corridor.

ALERTThe Advoc8teFebruary 28, 2020DDOT, PRESS RELEASEComment