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🦃 Nov 19 | Thanksgiving Hala Turkey Giveaway

Brought to you by Islamic Relief USA and America’s Islamic Heritage Museum!

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🦃 Nov 19 | 11th Annual Free Turkey Giveaway Drive-Thru

The giveaway will take place at The Shops at Iverson Mall.

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🦃 Nov 19 | Martha's Table Community Harvest Dinner

🦃 Nov 19 | Martha's Table Community Harvest Dinner

Usher in the season with delicious food and community!

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🦃 Nov 20 | Deadline to apply for free Thanksgiving Basket

🦃 Nov 20 | Deadline to apply for free Thanksgiving Basket

Must pre-register for the Nov 22nd giveaway.

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🦃 Nov 21 | LAX Wine Spirits Annual Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway

The giveaway is on a first-come, first-serve basis!

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🦃 Nov 22 | Turkeypalooza Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway

Meal kits are limited to one per family.

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🦃 Nov 23 | 6th Annual Turkey Giveaway and Coat Drive

The giveaway is to take place at Howard Theater!

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❌CANCELLED! Nov 23 | Deadline for DC residents to pick up turkeys, groceries, and $50 debit cards!

❌CANCELLED! Nov 23 | Deadline for DC residents to pick up turkeys, groceries, and $50 debit cards!

This program is offered by Bread For The City.

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🦃 Nov 23 | Forest Heights Police Department Thanksgiving Food Drive

🦃 Nov 23 | Forest Heights Police Department Thanksgiving Food Drive

Four hundred turkeys will be given away!

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IN THE COURTS | District Man Found Guilty of First-Degree Murder While Armed in Triple Homicide in Southeast Washington

IN THE COURTS | District Man Found Guilty of First-Degree Murder While Armed in Triple Homicide in Southeast Washington

Victims Lured to Location, Shot Numerous Times

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MPD 7D | Homicide: 1500 b/o Alabama Ave, SE

MPD 7D | Homicide: 1500 b/o Alabama Ave, SE

The decedent has been identified as 26-year-old Khalil Jones, of Southeast, DC.

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MPD’s Weekly Firearm Recoveries: Mon, November 7, 2022 to Mon, November 14, 2022

MPD’s Weekly Firearm Recoveries: Mon, November 7, 2022 to Mon, November 14, 2022

MPD detectives and officers recovered 54 firearms in the District of Columbia.

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🌟 Today's Congress Heights on the Rise is about Thanksgiving Giveaways and Events!

And see the post for details on volunteer opportunities!

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🦃 Nov 19 | Martha's Table Community Harvest Dinner

🦃 Nov 19 | Martha's Table Community Harvest Dinner

Usher in the season with delicious food and community!

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🦃 Nov 20 | Deadline to apply for free Thanksgiving Basket

🦃 Nov 20 | Deadline to apply for free Thanksgiving Basket

Must pre-register for the Nov 22nd giveaway.

GIVEAWAYThe Advoc8teNovember 17, 2022THANKSGIVINGComment

🦃 Nov 21 | LAX Wine Spirits Annual Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway

The giveaway is on a first-come, first-serve basis!

GIVEAWAYThe Advoc8teNovember 17, 2022THANKSGIVINGComment

🦃 Nov 22 | Turkeypalooza Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway

Meal kits are limited to one per family.

GIVEAWAYThe Advoc8teNovember 17, 2022WARD 8, TURKEYComment

🦃 Nov 23 | Deadline for DC residents to pick up turkeys, groceries, and $50 debit cards!

🦃 Nov 23 | Deadline for DC residents to pick up turkeys, groceries, and $50 debit cards!

This program is offered by Bread For The City.

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IN THE COURTS | Former Metro Transit Police Officer Found Guilty of Civil Rights Violation for Using Excessive Force

IN THE COURTS | Former Metro Transit Police Officer Found Guilty of Civil Rights Violation for Using Excessive Force

The incident occurred at the Anacostia Metro Station.

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Suspects Wanted for Homicides in the District

Suspects Wanted for Homicides in the District

The public is asked for information on three wanted suspects.

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