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This celebration isn’t just for the ladies — everyone is welcome.

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August 10 | Deadline for $1,000 Awesome Foundation DC Grant
August 10 | Deadline for $1,000 Awesome Foundation DC Grant

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Now Available: Pepco Customer Relief Fund for DC Residents
Now Available: Pepco Customer Relief Fund for DC Residents

Qualifying customers can receive up to $300 in bill assistance per household.

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August 14 | Book Worms Book Club at the Anacostia Library
August 14 | Book Worms Book Club at the Anacostia Library

This month’s selection is “Harlem Shuffle” by Colson Whitehead

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August 15 | Improv for All! Workshop at Project Create
August 15 | Improv for All! Workshop at Project Create

Free workshop offers a taste of what improv is all about!

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Brian Diggs, 31, Arrested for Benning Road Shooting
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The suspect brandished a handgun, shot the victim, and then fled the scene.

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🌟 Union Veterinary Clinic offering FREE Wellness Exam for Parker + Ace Patients
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Parker & Ace unexpectedly closed leaving patients without pet care.

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August 8 - 10 | Universal Women's Weekend in Anacostia
August 8 - 10 | Universal Women's Weekend in Anacostia

This celebration isn’t just for the ladies — everyone is welcome.

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August 9 | Back To School Summer Bash
August 9 | Back To School Summer Bash

This event is free! All are welcome!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teAugust 8, 2025Achievement Preparatory AcademyComment
August 9 | Trail Riding Basics Class at The Bridge District
August 9 | Trail Riding Basics Class at The Bridge District

This 3-hour class is a great way to build confidence and ride smarter!

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August 9 | Rally & March to Save the Anacostia Community Museum
August 9 | Rally & March to Save the Anacostia Community Museum

Spread the word. Bring your signs. Let’s make some noise!

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teAugust 8, 2025ANACOSTIA MUSEUMComment
August 10 | Deadline for $1,000 Awesome Foundation DC Grant
August 10 | Deadline for $1,000 Awesome Foundation DC Grant

This grants are awarded monthly. Do some good!

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GRANTSThe Advoc8teAugust 8, 2025AWESOME FOUNDATIONComment
August 14 | Book Worms Book Club at the Anacostia Library
August 14 | Book Worms Book Club at the Anacostia Library

This month’s selection is “Harlem Shuffle” by Colson Whitehead

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FREE EVENTThe Advoc8teAugust 8, 2025ANACOSTIA LIBRARYComment
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Two Drug Trafficking Co-Conspirators Sentenced to 15-Year Prison Terms
Two Drug Trafficking Co-Conspirators Sentenced to 15-Year Prison Terms

Defendants Distributed Large Quantities of PCP, Fentanyl, Cocaine, and Crack

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COURTSThe Advoc8teAugust 8, 2025SENTENCED, DRUGSComment
Nathaniel Robinson Sentenced for Stealing Personal Items from a Woman’s Apartment While She Was Sleeping
Nathaniel Robinson Sentenced for Stealing Personal Items from a Woman’s Apartment While She Was Sleeping

Robinson was arrested on March 7, 2025 and has been in custody since. 

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Wanted Video | Suspects in Northwest Robbery
Wanted Video | Suspects in Northwest Robbery

The suspects snatched the victim’s property and assaulted them.

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Wanted | Person of Interest in Swann Street Attempted Carjacking
Wanted | Person of Interest in Swann Street Attempted Carjacking

The person of interest was captured by a camera and can be seen in the photos.

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