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For Sale | 1900 Savannah Place, SE - $425,000

For Sale | 1900 Savannah Place, SE - $425,000

Semi-detached row-home thoughtfully renovated in 2018.

REAL ESTATEThe Advoc8teJuly 7, 2026HOME FOR SALEComment

Pedestrian Fatality | Ricky Marshall, 63, in Southeast

Pedestrian Fatality | Ricky Marshall, 63, in Southeast

Struck by an unknown vehicle that fled the scene.

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Fatal Shooting of Turray Simms, 19, in Southeast

Fatal Shooting of Turray Simms, 19, in Southeast

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 7, 2026HOMICIDEComment

Fatal Shooting of Joshua Primus, 29, in Southwest

Fatal Shooting of Joshua Primus, 29, in Southwest

The shooting occurred in the 1300 block of Canal Street, Southwest.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 7, 2026HOMICIDEComment

Traffic Advisory | Moore Equity in Mental Health 5K

Traffic Advisory | Moore Equity in Mental Health 5K

There will be parking restrictions and street closures.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 7, 2026TRAFFIC ADVISORYComment

🌟 Ward 7 Stories Matter. Share Yours. [SP]

🌟 Ward 7 Stories Matter. Share Yours. [SP]

Win gift cards to neighborhood restaurants and other businesses!

SPONSOREDThe Advoc8teJuly 6, 2026WARD 7, THE 51STComment

Save Money on Great Food While Helping Reduce Food Waste with Too Good To Go

Save Money on Great Food While Helping Reduce Food Waste with Too Good To Go

From French baked goods, to prepared meals to groceries, there are so many options!

EATThe Advoc8teJuly 6, 2026TOO GOOD TO GOComment

Job Alert | Full-Time Program Coordinator - $45,000 - $50,000

Job Alert | Full-Time Program Coordinator - $45,000 - $50,000

Required: High School Diploma / Equivalent credentials

JOBSThe Advoc8teJuly 6, 2026HELP WANTEDComment

Before It's Auctioned: See if MPD Recovered Your Lost/Stolen Property

Before It's Auctioned: See if MPD Recovered Your Lost/Stolen Property

Once the designated claim period has passed, unclaimed items may be auctioned!

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 6, 2026stolen bikeComment

July 11 | Sip a Brew, Meet a Rescue Dog at Atlas Brew Works

July 11 | Sip a Brew, Meet a Rescue Dog at Atlas Brew Works

A great opportunity to learn more about pet adoption or hang out with cute dogs!

PETSThe Advoc8teJuly 6, 2026ATLAS BREW WORKSComment

July 11 | Free Gardening Event for Youth and Families

July 11 | Free Gardening Event for Youth and Families

All minors must be accompanied by an adult during garden activities.

FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 6, 2026ANACOSTIA MUSEUMComment

DACL Nutrition Programs Help DC Seniors and Adults with Disabilities Stay Healthy

DACL Nutrition Programs Help DC Seniors and Adults with Disabilities Stay Healthy

Community dining, home-delivered meals, nutrition counseling, and nutrition education!

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJuly 6, 2026SENIOR CITIZENSComment

MPD Offers Free Youth Programs for DC Children and Teens

MPD Offers Free Youth Programs for DC Children and Teens

Programs are available for a variety of age groups and interests.

YOUTH PROGRAMSThe Advoc8teJuly 6, 2026MPDComment

Need Legal Help? DC Affordable Law Firm Offers Free and Low-Cost Civil Legal Services

Need Legal Help? DC Affordable Law Firm Offers Free and Low-Cost Civil Legal Services

Fees based on household size, income, and residency.

RESOURCESThe Advoc8teJuly 6, 2026LEGAL AIDComment

Juwan Tyre Hall and Anthony Burno Arrested and Charged with String of T-Mobile Armed Robberies

Juwan Tyre Hall and Anthony Burno Arrested and Charged with String of T-Mobile Armed Robberies

Series of armed robberies targeting six T-Mobile stores and one pawn shop.

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 6, 2026ROBBERY, INDICTEDComment

Before It's Auctioned: See if MPD Recovered Your Lost/Stolen Property

Before It's Auctioned: See if MPD Recovered Your Lost/Stolen Property

Once the designated claim period has passed, unclaimed items may be auctioned!

MPDThe Advoc8teJuly 5, 2026stolen bikeComment

☀️🐾 It's Too Hot for Pets to Be Outside

Animals can't speak for themselves—they rely on us to speak up for them!

ALERTThe Advoc8teJuly 5, 2026PETSComment

Martha's Table Is Hiring for Two Community-Focused Positions

Martha's Table Is Hiring for Two Community-Focused Positions

The chance to contribute to programs that support Washington, DC residents!

JOBSThe Advoc8teJuly 5, 2026HELP WANTEDComment

July 11 | Free Gardening Event for Youth and Families

July 11 | Free Gardening Event for Youth and Families

All minors must be accompanied by an adult during garden activities.

FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 5, 2026ANACOSTIA MUSEUMComment

July 25 | Roll Into Summer at Late Skate in Anacostia Park

July 25 | Roll Into Summer at Late Skate in Anacostia Park

The event brings together music, recreation, and community!

FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teJuly 5, 2026ANACOSTIA PARKComment