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July 26 | Project Create Family Art Day
July 26 | Project Create Family Art Day

Make beautiful cyanotype prints—a sun-powered art technique that uses natural materials and personal keepsakes!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 21, 2025PROJECT CREATEComment
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 Advoc8teJuly 21, 2025PENN BRANCHComment
Apply Now: birdSEED Housing Grant for First-Time DC Homebuyers
Apply Now: birdSEED Housing Grant for First-Time DC Homebuyers

Grants range from $5,000 to $15,000!

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GRANTSThe Advoc8teJuly 21, 2025HOME ASSISTANCEComment
For Sale | 2217 14th Street, SE - $559,000
For Sale | 2217 14th Street, SE - $559,000

This property is eligible for a free grant of up to 3% of the sales price!

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REAL ESTATEThe Advoc8teJuly 21, 2025HOME FOR SALEComment
Fatal Shooting of Allen Sharpshire, 41, in Northeast
Fatal Shooting of Allen Sharpshire, 41, in Northeast

Police were called for the report of a disturbance involving roommates.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 21, 2025HOMICIDEComment
Glenn Dolford, Previously Convicted Killer, Sentenced for Spree of Violent Robberies
Glenn Dolford, Previously Convicted Killer, Sentenced for Spree of Violent Robberies

Defendant Rented a Car to Steal Prescription Narcotics and Phones

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COURTSThe Advoc8teJuly 21, 2025SENTENCEDComment
Shon Hopwood, Georgetown Law Professor Guilty of Assaulting Wife and Obstructing Justice
Shon Hopwood, Georgetown Law Professor Guilty of Assaulting Wife and Obstructing Justice

Guilty of three counts of simple assault, five counts of contempt, and two counts of obstructing justice.

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COURTSThe Advoc8teJuly 21, 2025GUITLY, ASSAULT'Comment
July 19 | Community Fishing in Anacostia Park
July 19 | Community Fishing in Anacostia Park

All gear is provided and all ages and skill levels are welcome.

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 19, 2025ANACOSTIA PARKComment
July 22 | Deadline for $1,000 Awesome Foundation DC Grant
July 22 | Deadline for $1,000 Awesome Foundation DC Grant

This grants are awarded monthly. Do some good!

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GRANTSThe Advoc8teJuly 19, 2025AWESOME FOUNDATIONComment
July 26 | Project Create Family Art Day
July 26 | Project Create Family Art Day

Make beautiful cyanotype prints—a sun-powered art technique that uses natural materials and personal keepsakes!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 19, 2025PROJECT CREATEComment
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 Advoc8teJuly 19, 2025PENN BRANCHComment
For Sale | 2901 Hillcrest Drive, SE - $635,000
For Sale | 2901 Hillcrest Drive, SE - $635,000

Located in beautiful Hillcrest!

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REAL ESTATEThe Advoc8teJuly 19, 2025home for saleComment
July 18 | Applications due for 2025–2026 Pearl Ball Cotillion Season
July 18 | Applications due for 2025–2026 Pearl Ball Cotillion Season

Offers young women an unforgettable journey of leadership, service, and elegance.

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EVENTSThe Advoc8teJuly 18, 2025AKAComment
July 18 - 20 | Lotus & Water Lily Festival in Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
July 18 - 20 | Lotus & Water Lily Festival in Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

Live music, yoga, family-friendly activities, and performances!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 18, 2025WARD 7Comment
July 19 | All You Can Eat Steamed Crabs in Congress Heights
July 19 | All You Can Eat Steamed Crabs in Congress Heights

Tickets are $65 and you must by them in advance. No tickets sold at the door!

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The Advoc8teJuly 18, 2025Comment
July 19 | Community Fishing in Anacostia Park
July 19 | Community Fishing in Anacostia Park

All gear is provided and all ages and skill levels are welcome.

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 18, 2025ANACOSTIA PARKComment
July 22 | Deadline for $1,000 Awesome Foundation DC Grant
July 22 | Deadline for $1,000 Awesome Foundation DC Grant

This grants are awarded monthly. Do some good!

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GRANTSThe Advoc8teJuly 18, 2025AWESOME FOUNDATIONComment
July 26 | Project Create Family Art Day
July 26 | Project Create Family Art Day

Make beautiful cyanotype prints—a sun-powered art technique that uses natural materials and personal keepsakes!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 18, 2025PROJECT CREATEComment
For Sale | 3699 Highwood Drive, SE - $738,500
For Sale | 3699 Highwood Drive, SE - $738,500

4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home in the Hillcrest neighborhood!

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REAL ESTATEThe Advoc8teJuly 18, 2025HOME FOR SALEComment
For Sale | 1337 Maple View Place, SE - $650,000
For Sale | 1337 Maple View Place, SE - $650,000

The second level features three bedrooms and two full baths.

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REAL ESTATEThe Advoc8teJuly 18, 2025HOME FOR SALEComment
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