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You do not have to carry everything from last year with you.

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Holiday Trees and Greenery Collection
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Bring it to the curb or one of the three drop off centers!

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Jan 17 - 19 | MLK Day Holiday Events + Volunteer Opportunities

The D.C. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Parade was conceived in 1977.

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Jan 19 - 25 | Metropolitan Washington Winter Restaurant Week
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One of the region’s most anticipated culinary events!

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Highlights some of the region’s most powerful gospel artists and liturgical dance ministries.

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Pavement Restoration Projects for Ward 7 and Ward 8
Pavement Restoration Projects for Ward 7 and Ward 8

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The Advoc8teJanuary 9, 2026Comment
For Sale | 1811 T Place, SE - $429,900
For Sale | 1811 T Place, SE - $429,900

3 bedroom 2.5 bath Colonial.

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Domminick Altamura Jr. Charged with Assault involving a Dog
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This incident remains under investigation.

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 Jasmine Armwood Charged with Stabbing Woman in Northeast
Jasmine Armwood Charged with Stabbing Woman in Northeast

The suspect and the victim were involved in an argument.

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Traffic Fatality | Aaron Marckell Williams of Southeast
Traffic Fatality | Aaron Marckell Williams of Southeast

The victim was a pedestrian crossing the street legally.

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Officer Terry Bennett Killed In The Line Of Duty
Officer Terry Bennett Killed In The Line Of Duty

Was a coach at Ballou Senior High School.

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National Capital Parks - East Seeks Volunteer Photographer
National Capital Parks - East Seeks Volunteer Photographer

Volunteers are required to use their own cameras.

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100th Illegal Cannabis Business Closure Since Emergency Amendment Act of 2024
100th Illegal Cannabis Business Closure Since Emergency Amendment Act of 2024

DC residents can safely access medical cannabis by registering online.

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The D.C. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Parade was conceived in 1977.

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One of the region’s most anticipated culinary events!

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