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July 29 | Penn Branch Neighborhood Park Clean Up
July 29 | Penn Branch Neighborhood Park Clean Up

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Free Summer Opportunities for DC Youth
Free Summer Opportunities for DC Youth

Most programs are still open for registration!

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OAG Sues Drivers Who Owe $340,000+ for 1,000+ in Unpaid Traffic Citations
OAG Sues Drivers Who Owe $340,000+ for 1,000+ in Unpaid Traffic Citations

New Lawsuits Filed Under STEER Act

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Erick Alvarenga and Malik Kearney Plead Guilty to two Carjackings
Erick Alvarenga and Malik Kearney Plead Guilty to two Carjackings

From December 2024 and January 2025.

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Melvin Edward Allen Sentenced for Cross-Country Fentanyl Sales
Melvin Edward Allen Sentenced for Cross-Country Fentanyl Sales

The investigation began after the overdose death of a young mother in Southeast.

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Traffic Advisory | FIFA Club World Cup 2025 at 2Audi Field
Traffic Advisory | FIFA Club World Cup 2025 at 2Audi Field

There will be parking restrictions and street closures.

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The Advoc8teJune 24, 2025Comment
Extreme Heat Alert in DC Today – Keep Your Pets Safe!
Extreme Heat Alert in DC Today – Keep Your Pets Safe!

If you see a pet left in unsafe conditions, contact the Brandywine Valley SPCA at (202) 888-7387.

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RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025HEAT ALERTComment
Resources during the Extreme Heat Alert for June 23 to June 25
Resources during the Extreme Heat Alert for June 23 to June 25

When the heat index forecast exceeds 95 degrees, the District issues a Heat Alert.

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RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025HEAT ALERTComment
June 26 | Last Ward 8 Debate at the Anacostia Arts Center
June 26 | Last Ward 8 Debate at the Anacostia Arts Center

Moderated by WEACT Radio’s Kymone Freeman.

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POLITICSThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025WARD 8 DEMOCRATSComment
June 28 | Dye Lab DC Pop-Up at Niche by Nubian Hueman
June 28 | Dye Lab DC Pop-Up at Niche by Nubian Hueman

Expect bold, exclusive, hand-dyed Nigerian fashion!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025NUBIAN HUEMANComment
June 28 | Pride Event on Minnesota Avenue
June 28 | Pride Event on Minnesota Avenue

There will be prizes, a talent showcase and much more!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025LGBTQ+Comment
June 28 | Two Gardening Classes at the Anacostia Community Museum
June 28 | Two Gardening Classes at the Anacostia Community Museum

One class is for adults, one is for children and both are free!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025ANACOSTIA MUSEUMComment
June 28 | Books and Boxing at Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library
June 28 | Books and Boxing at Francis A. Gregory Neighborhood Library

Free class and boxing equipment will be provided!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025DC LIBRARYComment
July 29 | Penn Branch Neighborhood Park Clean Up
July 29 | Penn Branch Neighborhood Park Clean Up

A good opportunity to give back to Ward 7!

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CLEANUPThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025PENN BRANCHComment
For Rent | 709 Brandywine Street, SE #104 - $1,600/month
For Rent | 709 Brandywine Street, SE #104 - $1,600/month

Renovated two-bedroom and one bathroom condo.

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REAL ESTATEThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025HOME FOR RENTComment
For Sale | 2233 R Street, SE - $590,000
For Sale | 2233 R Street, SE - $590,000

Classic American Foursquare with on a lush double lot!

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REAL ESTATEThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025HOME FOR SALEComment
Keyon Slaughter Pleads Guilty to Murdering His Girlfriend’s Husband
Keyon Slaughter Pleads Guilty to Murdering His Girlfriend’s Husband

The wife was indicted with Slaughter and pleaded guilty to obstructing justice.

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COURTSThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025HOMICIDEComment
Fatal Shooting of Quonzay Lynch, 30 and Cortney Burley, 41 in Kingman Park
Fatal Shooting of Quonzay Lynch, 30 and Cortney Burley, 41 in Kingman Park
MPDThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025HOMICIDEComment
Darius Dunn Arrested for Southwest Robbery
Darius Dunn Arrested for Southwest Robbery

As officers attempted to stop the suspect, he became combative and spat on an officer.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJune 23, 2025ROBBERY, MPD 5DComment
June 22 | R+B On The Water Summer Series in Navy Yard
June 22 | R+B On The Water Summer Series in Navy Yard

Live bands, DJs, food, and vibes all summer long!

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EVENTSThe Advoc8teJune 22, 2025NAVY YARDComment
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