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DPR Summer Camp Registration to Open February 2 - Reduced Rates Available
DPR Summer Camp Registration to Open February 2 - Reduced Rates Available

Families who qualify will receive a 50% or 75% discount.

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YOUTH PROGRAMSThe Advoc8teJanuary 22, 2026DPRComment
New Middle School Addition at Leckie Education Campus in Ward 8
New Middle School Addition at Leckie Education Campus in Ward 8

Modern Classrooms, Science Lab, Playgrounds, and More

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DEVELOPMENTThe Advoc8teJanuary 22, 2026WARD 8Comment
Fatal Shooting of Malik Moore, 18, in Northeast
Fatal Shooting of Malik Moore, 18, in Northeast

On Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at approximately 12:04am.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 22, 2026HOMICIDEComment
Investigation into 2025 Traffic Fatality of Leroy Farrow, 62
Investigation into 2025 Traffic Fatality of Leroy Farrow, 62

Occurred in November of 2025 on Irving Street, Northeast.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 22, 2026TRAFFIC FATALITYComment
Arrest made in 2023 Homicide of Little Price, Jr.
Arrest made in 2023 Homicide of Little Price, Jr.

The suspect was 15 years old at the time of the offense.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 22, 2026HOMICIDEComment
Traffic Advisory | Funeral of Officer Terry Bennett on Jan 23, 2026
Traffic Advisory | Funeral of Officer Terry Bennett on Jan 23, 2026

A procession will travel into D.C. and will end in Laurel, MD.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 22, 2026traffic advisoryComment
Christopher Kincaid Arrested for Online Marketplace Robbery
Christopher Kincaid Arrested for Online Marketplace Robbery

The victim’s phone was stolen.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 22, 2026ROBBERYComment
Traffic Advisory | 2026 March for Life on Jan 23, 2026
Traffic Advisory | 2026 March for Life on Jan 23, 2026

There will be parking restrictions and street closures.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 22, 2026TRAFFIC ADVISORYComment
🌟 Anacostia Organics Celebrates 7 Years of Community, Culture, and Care
🌟 Anacostia Organics Celebrates 7 Years of Community, Culture, and Care

Expect live music, an educational tasting experience, and a festive atmosphere!

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SPONSOREDThe Advoc8teJanuary 21, 2026ANACOSTIA ORGANICSComment
Job Alert | Contract Content and Social Media Manager
Job Alert | Contract Content and Social Media Manager

Payment is between $1,800 - $2,200 /month.

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JOBSThe Advoc8teJanuary 21, 2026HELP WANTEDComment
Jan 22 | Ward 7 Education Council Monthly Meeting
Jan 22 | Ward 7 Education Council Monthly Meeting

Register for this meeting and check for other dates.

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MEETINGThe Advoc8teJanuary 21, 2026WARD 7Comment
Job Alert | Part-Time Operations Administrative Assistant
Job Alert | Part-Time Operations Administrative Assistant

The position is a 30-hour a week role.

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JOBSThe Advoc8teJanuary 21, 2026HELP WANTEDComment
Project Create Wednesday Classes Now Enrolling
Project Create Wednesday Classes Now Enrolling

These classes are free!

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YOUTH PROGRAMSThe Advoc8teJanuary 21, 2026PROJECT CREATEComment
Jan 27 | Coffee + Bacon: Co-Working at Sycamore and Oak
Jan 27 | Coffee + Bacon: Co-Working at Sycamore and Oak

A relaxed, community-focused alternative to the usual routine.

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJanuary 21, 2026WARD 8Comment
Jan 28 | MPD hosts Coffee With A Recruiter
Jan 28 | MPD hosts Coffee With A Recruiter

An opportunity to learn more about career opportunities with MPD!

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JOBSThe Advoc8teJanuary 21, 2026HELP WANTEDComment
In Memoriam: Honoring Retired MPD EOD Canine Tiger
In Memoriam: Honoring Retired MPD EOD Canine Tiger

Faithfully protected the District of Columbia for nine years.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 21, 2026RIPComment
Feb 4 | Ask A DC Native: Black History Month Event
Feb 4 | Ask A DC Native: Black History Month Event

This event is free and will be held at Grounded in Anacostia.

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJanuary 21, 2026ANACOSTIA MUSEUMComment
Weekly Crime Update as of January 20, 2026
Weekly Crime Update as of January 20, 2026

Citywide, violent crime is down city-wide by 30%.

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MPDThe Advoc8teJanuary 21, 2026CRIMEComment
🌟 Anacostia Organics Celebrates 7 Years of Community, Culture, and Care
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GoFundMe for Officer Bennett's Son Elijah's Future
GoFundMe for Officer Bennett's Son Elijah's Future

Officer Bennett was a graduate of Ballou High School and was an Assistant Coach.

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FUNDRAISERThe Advoc8teJanuary 20, 2026GOFUNDMEComment
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