Biden’s Student Debt Forgiveness Plan Is Back in Play

February 26, 2024

On Jan. 19, the Biden administration announced that it had approved $4.9 billion in student loan debt relief for 73,600 student borrowers: “These discharges are the result of fixes made by […]

Business Ins & Outs: Martin’s Tavern, Clair V., Marine Layer


This article has been updated. In: Clare V. Opening Party On Feb. 22, Clare V.’s new Georgetown store at 1238 Wisconsin Ave NW held an opening party in the space that […]

Arena Stage Artistic Director Hana Sharif to Speak, March 21

February 20, 2024

Hana S. Sharif, who became Arena Stage’s fourth artistic director in 2023, following the 25-year tenure of Molly Smith, will speak at The Georgetowner’s March 21 cultural breakfast at the […]

Nina Richardson: 1944-2024


Nina Leake Richardson of Washington, D.C., died Feb. 7 at the age of 79, following a two-year battle with glioblastoma.  The following was provided by the family to the media. […]

Jerry Libin: 1936-2024


Jerome B. “Jerry” Libin of Washington, D.C., passed away peacefully at his home on Feb. 2, after a long battle with cancer. He was 87.  The following was provided by […]

100-Year-Old Georgetown Garden Club Preparing May 11 Garden Tour   

February 14, 2024

Though the weather’s still damp and chilly, there are a few spring buds and green shoots peeking out, here and there, all over Georgetown, and in some spots the bright […]

Google’s Eric Schmidt Buys Jackie House


Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and his wife Wendy purchased the historic mansion where widow Jacqueline Kennedy resided in 1964 at 3017 N St. NW, Politico first reported. The Schmidts […]

91st Georgetown House Tour, April 20 


Since 1931, the Georgetown House Tour has raised millions to support charities that serve those in need in Georgetown and beyond. On Saturday, April 20, St. John’s Episcopal Church will […]

Editorial: Where, What Is the Vision for D.C.?


The proposed move of the Washington Wizards and Washington Capitals from the Capital One Arena in downtown D.C. to Alexandria’s Potomac Yard has rattled hometown sports fans, residents, pundits and […]

Downtowner: New Divorce Law; Metro Fares; Cicadas; Carjackings


D.C. Law Removes Waiting Period Before Divorce   There’s a new law in the District jettisoning the waiting period for couples who want to divorce. The law is in response to […]