Georgetown’s Synagogue Awaits New Rabbi
• April 5, 2017

The search lasted almost three years, but Georgetown’s orthodox synagogue Kesher Israel now awaits the arrival this summer of the congregation’s newly chosen rabbi: Hyim Shafner. “He seems to be […]

10 Groups to Get D.C. Funds to Protect Immigrants
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On March 1, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced she was establishing a $500,000 discretionary fund to protect immigrants residing in the city from deportation. Proposals were requested from nonprofit organizations and law […]

Mayor’s March Madness All About Economic Development
• March 30, 2017

The Ronald Reagan Building hosted a “pre-solicitation event” March 24, showcasing District initiatives that need partners.

Cherry Blossom Show Goes On
• March 27, 2017

While some blossoms were damaged by the cold snap, expect a brilliance of pink and white soon enough along the Tidal Basin and other spots in town.

Mayor: Hotel Hive ‘Gets’ D.C.
• March 22, 2017

Lots of official events with D.C.’s mayor and Council members are perfunctory and, well, official. But some are really fun as well. The March 6 launch of the 83-room Hotel […]

Four Seasons Condo Plans Welcomed
• March 16, 2017

There were oohs and aahs last Thursday night when architect David Adjaye presented his renovation plans for the West Heating Plant.

Mayor: Hotel Hive ‘Gets’ D.C.
• March 13, 2017

Mayor Bowser got behind the bar at the March 6 launch of the District’s first “micro-lifestyle” hotel in Foggy Bottom.

Hyde-Addison Parents to Start New School
• March 9, 2017

The planned Mysa School (Swedish for ‘to cosy up’) would accommodate about 50 elementary-age students.

GU Activists Push for ‘Sanctuary Campus’
• March 8, 2017

Ever since President Donald Trump was elected and the deportation of illegal immigrants was expedited, some students at Georgetown University have become involved in the “sanctuary campus” movement. “Everyone is […]

Not the Usual Presidential Address to Congress
• March 6, 2017

No one in the press gallery knew what to expect Feb. 28, and there were surprises from the start.