First Night in Alexandria returns once again this year, one of the longest running NYE events in the country that has become synonymous with new years eve in the area, offering one of the biggest parties in the country and helping to grow the burgeoning US NYE traditions of family friendly first night events with a big outdoor party followed …
DC First to Approve Sports Betting in the DMV
You can’t gamble in DC, but pretty soon you’ll be able to wager on sporting events. The District of Columbia Council voted 9-2 to advance a groundbreaking sports betting bill with a single app system which will allow the the D.C. Lottery to have a monopoly on mobile/internet sports betting within the District. It also allows in-person sports betting within five professional sporting venues …
Delivering a Lump of Coal to Trump During Historic Drop in Stock Market
View PostTrump sends Government Workers a Lump of Coal for Christmas
A partial government shutdown is here, not like we haven’t seen one before, albeit not this late in the year. The good thing is that about three-quarters of the federal budget is already funded through next year. The unfunded departments are State, Justice, Treasury, Transportation and Homeland Security -about 800,000 of the 2.1 million federal workers nationwide The IRS will stay …
Help Nina Bae Keep Room After Severe Depression
“After a severe bout of depression and anxiety, Nina Bae is facing eviction for non payment of rent. I have been out of work since September, in a mental health facility, and waiting for my short term disability check to coming in, only to deal with appeals and having my mental health bills covered under financial assistance. Please help her …
President George H.W. Bush’s Final Journey to DC
View PostMassive Shaw Blaze Damages West African Eatery
Last night, DC’s beloved West African restaurant, Sumah’s was badly damaged by a massive fire. On a cold, windy Wed night, the building on 1727 7th Street NW quickly engulfed in fire creating a terrifying scene for firefighters and onlookers in the busy Shaw district. The fire was started from propane tanks left by contractors doing repairs on the roof and was …
Macy’s Holiday Window Unveiling
by Jason Morenz The 2018 Macy’s Holiday Market featured festive shops, treats, live entertainment as Santa revealed this year’s holiday-themed windows. Gift gurus experienced a night of seasonal shopping and spectacular musical performances by singer-songwriter Sam Tsui and Grammy nominated R&B singer Keri Hilson. The fun continues inside with crafts and photos with Santa. The new ‘Made to Measure’ …
Veterans’ Day Deals 2018
Great Clips On November 11, veterans and current military members can visit a Great Clips salon on November 11 to receive either a free haircut or the free haircut card to use at a later date. Non-military customers can purchase a service on Veterans Day and get a free haircut card to give to a veteran you know. Haircuts are redeemable until …
High Heels Run Before Halloween
View PostBurning Rubber in Security Mall
At precisely 1:30am Saturday morning, 15-20 cars converged just outside Burlington Coat Factory. Then they started taking turns doing donuts at Security Square Mall The mall located in Security Blvd in Woodlawn, MD, is actually an oxymoron – there’s really no security there, should be renamed Wild West Yonder. Here’s a recap of what I saw: Saturday may be fairly …
Nation’s Oldest Celebration for Columbus
Baltimore’s 128th Columbus Day parade, the nation’s oldest celebration of Christopher Columbus started at Orioles Park and wounded its way through the Inner Harbor, next to the UMBC Columbus Center to Little Italy today. Parade participants include five high-school marching bands, dozens of civic and Italian American organizations and seven floats.
The Navy Sails to the Inner Harbor
Baltimore’s Inner Harbor is packed with ships from the US Navy, Military Sealift Command, Great Britain and Canada as part of Maryland Fleet Week 2018. The HMCS Monmouth which has its name painted in black and flies a plain black flag has been training with the U.S. Navy and is enjoying the sights and sounds of Baltimore. When liberty call …
The Great American Truck Stop on the Mall
The National Mall looks like a Truck Stop. Well, not really, more like the Great American Truck Show with Big Rigs from near and far all polished and decked out with flags, decor and bright lights. Starting on Big 10-4 day and running through Saturday, over 50 trucks parked right on the mall to meet with lawmakers to discuss changes …
Fashion Week @ French Embassy
WHAT: International Couture Collection Show WHEN: Sunday September 23, 2018 – 5pm – 8pm WHERE: La Maison Française – 4101 Reservoir Rd, NW – Washington, D.C. 20007 PRICE: $ 150 VIP $ 70 General Admission RESERVATION: Online dcfashionweek.org registration required. ADD. INFOS: Valid ID required, no parking inside the embassy. No large bags, helmets and suitcase. Closing out DC Fashion Week is the 29th International Couture Collections …
Wizards Come to Southeast
This Saturday, Southeast’s new Entertainment and Sports Arena opens with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Located in St Elizabeth’s, the former site for a psychiatric hospital, the arena is the beginning of major redevelopment of the 180-acre campus. At 114,000 square feet, the arena will serve as a training facility for the Wizards and the home court for the WNBA Eastern …
Fire at Arthur Capper Senior Housing in SE DC
At least four people were sent to the hospital and 80 residents have been displaced as firefighters battled a massive blaze in an apartment building in Southeast D.C. that houses senior citizens. Every resident of the senior home is now accounted for and that residents have been sent to nearby shelters. “We aren’t sure how the fire started at Arthur …
That’s a Big 10-4 on the Mall
On Oct 4-6, there will be tons of trucks on the mall — Semi-trucks — not food trucks. The even s planned to highlight trucking’s contribution to the economy and to express concerns over some of trucking’s hot-button issues. Those include opposition to the electronic logging device mandate, support for reform aimed at added flexibility in the hours of service and an emphasis …
Argia’s Closes After 18 Years in Falls Church
Pragun and Salina Rana, the Nepalese couple who has owned Argia’s for the last several years, has closed the restaurant “We would like to thank all our wonderful patrons who supported us endlessly for the last six and a half years,” said Salina Rana. Argia’s, at 124 N. Washington St., first opened in 2000 under the ownership of Adam Roth, who …
Paolo Closes in Georgetown
After three decades serving Georgetown, Paolo’s from Capital Restaurant Concepts has closed for good. The restaurant located at 1303 Wisconsin Ave. NW opened in 1987 and caught on fire twice in 2006 and 2009 resulting in over $500,000 damages. Last year, Paolo’s was fined by the EEOC $50,000 for sexual orientation discrimination. Capital Restaurant Concepts other Georgetown restaurant, Old Glory, closed …
Crazy Rich Movie
This summer’s feel-good record-breaking rom com is starting to get even more crazier. For the third week in a row, it’s taken the box office lead — now surpassing $100 million in domestic ticket sales. It’s also expected to break the Labor Day weekend record of $30 million set in 2007 by Halloween. So what’s so crazy special about Crazy …
The Rise & Fall of OFO
Ofo came to DC in October on the heels of a massive dockless bike experiment that swept the Nation’s Capital and many cities throughout America. The Chinese bike sharing company brought 400 bikes into the city and fought hard to get local municipalities to ease restrictions. The trial period ended in August with Ofo and a half a dozen bike …
The Happy Hour for Gamers
If you’re a gamer or a Ravens fan or both, then GAME is right down your alley. It’s a sports bar offering a nice selection of bar treats and affordable drinks. But there’s more than just watching the Ravens or Orioles. There’s Games Galore and on Wed night, it’s HiScore or Happy Hour for Gamers. Wednesday night’s Mario Party offers unlimited …
Moco Fair Demolition Derby
Photos by Jason Morenz The MOCO Fair welcomes more than 100 cars from across the Mid Atlantic to see which vehicle can outlast the rest. Cars must navigate the track to keep damage to a minimum if they are to win the heat and make it into the finals. Cars are judged by the crowd as to who has the wildest …
Northern Hemisphere Heading to Deep Freeze
This winter the United Kingdom was hit with a cold wave called the “Beast from the East” which could be a sign for grave things to come. Now the sun has gone three weeks without a sunspot — a solar minimum — which could be a harbinger for many years of cold. Sunspots are darker, cooler areas on the surface …
Hot Bats & Strong Arms
The All Star Futures game showed a tremendous amount of minor league talent and future All Stars in the Major Leagues at Nationals Park, Sunday Home runs were flying as USA defeated the World 10 to 6 with both teams combining for six home runs (including two by Yusniel Diaz — a Futures Game record). The Manager for the World …
MLB All Star hits Feverish Pitch Sunday
The 89th Annual All Star Game is Tuesday night and the Home Run Derby Monday night at National Park but this Sunday, though easily overshadowed should not be forgotten. Some of the top MLB players will be playing at Nats Park on Tuesday Night, but many of the future pro players and even all stars will be playing Sunday evening. …
Army Veteran Double Amputee Drowns in Chesapeake Bay
Cody Iorns, a former combat Army medic, who lost both arms drowned after he fell off his board while paddle boarding on the Chesapeake Bay. Iorns, 25, went on a downwind run with three friends from Capital SUP yesterday afternoon when winds were gusting up to 25 MPH. From Capital SUP’s Facebook page: To our Family, Friends, and fellow Paddlers, …
Catalonia Towers Over Washington
This year, Spain is rocking the FIFA World Cup, while it’s smaller cousin from the north takes center stage at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival. Catalonia, the autonomous Spanish region has its own language, flag, even anthem. And just this month, Spain lifted direct rule in Catalonia after regional government leaders were sworn in. Castell is a Human Tower built traditionally …
Ming’s Dynasty Comes to an End
After eight years, Ming’s, the late night establishment that often stayed open to 4am will be saying Zaijian. The building will be completely renovated to make way for another new establishment added to the ever-morphing street front of Chinatown DC. Over the years, many prominent Washington officials, chefs and NBA stars have been known to dine and mingle at Ming’s …
Father’s Day Shooting @Art All Night Trenton
A heated dispute between gang members was the cause behind a deadly shooting that erupted in Arts all Night festival at Roebling Wire Works in Trenton, NJ, killing one and injuring 22. Gov. Phil Murphy, speaking at the Galilee Baptist Church after Sunday services, said the shooting may have stemmed from a “low-end neighborhood-level dispute” that spilled over into the venue. The deceased suspect has …
CONGRATS ALLCAPS
More than 100,000 people lined up on Constitution Ave and at the National Mall to cheer for and congratulate the Washington Capitals for winning the 2018 Stanley Cup Many federal and DC agencies gave their employees time off to attend the parade. The Capitals players drank a lot of beer during the parade and on stage and even threw cans …
Ellicott City Recovery in Full Swing: Credentialing Begins
While Ellicott City was still recovering from the devastating 2016 flood, another deluge ravaged the historic city last month. The destruction was definitely worse than before and also claimed the life of National Guardsman Eddison Hermond who was swept away while trying to save others. Unfortunately the old city is still blocked off while Howard County officials continue with the …
Why the Nats will Finally Win in ’18
The wretched curse is finally LIFTED. The team that won President’s Trophy thrice with arguably Hockey’s greatest current player finally won the Big Stanley. But this wasn’t a given — the Washington Capitals were known for choking in the second round, mostly to our arch rival Penguins. But the Caps did something remarkable, even coming back from behind against the …
Library Bar Owner Indicted for Rape
It was Christmas eve and and a couple of employees invited a lady to stay after hours at the Library Bar after close The woman didn’t remember much – just that the bar owner, Israel Espiricueta began flirting with her. The next thing she knew, she was lying on the bar with Espiriceuta on top of her. Then he drove …
Potomac River Rising
Photo by Jason Morenz (Potomac River shot from Key Bridge) Just because the deluge has ended doesn’t mean the flooding is subsiding anytime soon. After 10 inches of rain, the Potomac River is about to hit the highest level since 2010. “Significant portions of the C and O Canal towpath are flooded,” according to the National Weather Service, and flood …
Stanley Cup Festival Featured Shaggy and Sting
he streets outside the Capital One Arena turned into a massive street festival Saturday. The Capitals hosted their first Stanley Cup game in 20 years by throwing a big pre-game and game showing party from 4-11pm at 7th and G Streets NW. There were the Red Rockers Cheerleaders, former Capitals players and even Slapshot the mascot rallying the crowd. But the encore …
Ellicott City Floods Again
Ellicott City was devasted by a massive storm Sunday as the overflowing Cooper River tried to empty into the Patapsco River. Just two years ago a flash flood forced the historic city in Howard County to rebuild much of its Main Street. An emergency was issued in Ellicott City in Howard County at 4:40 p.m. “This is an EXTREMELY DANGEROUS …
The Drought is Over after Rout
The Capitals routed heavily-favored Lightening to advance to Stanley Cup Finals for the first time in 20 years. Two decades of playoff frustration for the Redskins, Nationals, Wizards and United are fading fast with the Caps winning three series in the playoffs especially after winning the last two games when all hope had seemed lost.
Capital Blend Spring Concert @ XChange DC
The Capital Blend an all-female professional a cappella group made a stunning performance at its Spring Concert in front of hundreds at the Exchange Saloon in Washington, DC. Photography by Jason Morenz Capital Blend is an all-female a cappella group in the D.C. performing all genres of music, including pop, rock, R&B, oldies, and more. Capital Blend has had the …
EU Embassy Run – Ten Years of Friends, Pastries and Fun
May 12, 2018 was a perfect day for a run. It was also the 10 year Anniversary of the EU Embassy Run, an annual fundraiser ran in conjunction with the EU Embassies’ Open House. Over 70 runners showed up at Gold’s Gym Van Ness to do the two favorite things they love: Running with friends and visiting European Embassies all over …
DC Bike Ride Continues Despite Heavy Rain
Weather update: DC Bike Ride is a rain or shine event! In 2016, our first annual event, we saw weather JUST like this, and still 7,000 bicycle lovers showed up and had a blast. Take some extra time to prepare for Saturday by making sure your bike is ready, your tires are inflated, and plan to wear layers and moisture …
Derecho hits DC
Severe thunderstorms blew through the D.C. area Monday evening bringing strong winds, heavy rain and moderate damage to cars and home from downed trees to lightning strikes. Also the George Washington Parkway southbound was closed for a few hours after being blocked by downed tree The derecho affected a wide swath of Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland with the most …
Czech out Embassy Run
The Czech Embassy celebrated 100 years of Czech Independence Enjoyed the spacious spacious acres of grassy meadows in the beautiful Rock Creek Park with the Ambassador’s house in the background. We enjoyed Pilsner Urquell and smoked sausages while checking out the latest Czech technology, including urban smart benches and tractors.
Seoul Spa in Security Square Baltimore
t took me a while before I mustered the courage to visit Seoul Spa. I’ve heard nothing but great things about Korean Spas, but never made the effort to bare my soul. And I’m glad I finally did. For first timers visiting a Korean Spa can be a nerve-racking eye-opening experience. The uniform rules in the wet spa is very simple and …
French President Macron Visits GW
he President of France, Emmanuel Macron, visited Washington, DC and held a town hall meeting at the Smith Center with George Washington University students and staff. It’s not everyday you see a foreign head of state walking around town shaking hands and meeting with the people. This is after President Trump’s first state dinner and after President Macron ripped him …
Wind Gusts Wreck Havoc to DC’s Cherry Blossoms
Peak bloom is this weekend and on the day before the Nationals Opening Day, DC’s highly-touted and delicate Cherry Blossoms took a heavy beating with winds gusting to 50 MPH. The winds will subside when the Nationals play the NY Mets and huge crowds is expected at the Tidal Basin for peak bloom. But a cold front is approaching Saturday …
April Pranks at Awesomecon
GIFs by Jason Morenz Awesome Con brought HUGE crowds and colorful costumes to the Convention Center in DC The sixth-annual Awesome Con is a celebration of geek culture, bringing hundreds of thousands of fans together with their favorite super heroes and villains from across comics, movies, games and television. The three-day event held at the Washington Convention Center which include panels, …
Baskin Robbins Offers $1.50 Cones
All day Saturday, March 31, Baskin-Robbins around the country are selling $1.50 ice cream cones. You get a single scoop of any flavor you like—toppings and additional scoops cost extra. Baskin-Robbins calls this deal the “Celebrate 31” promotion touting its famous 31 flavors. That’s why it’s being held on the 31st of March.
Blossom Kite Fest Kicks Off
The seventh annual National Cherry Blossom Kite Festival showcases the creativity of kite makers and skill of fliers from all over the world through a variety of competitions and demonstrations. Washington DC, Cherry Blossom Kite Festival 😮 pic.twitter.com/W41lk6Ec5s — David Berry (@BerryDavid) March 31, 2018 It’s a beautiful day in #DC! Join us at the National Cherry Blossom Festival- Blossom …
Night at the Museum by OneTrust
t was quite a night at the Museum with plenty of fantasy, humor and yes, networking. OneTrust had an important announcement — the launch of a Consent and Data Subject Rights 2.0 Platform which would be showcased at the IAPP Global Privacy Summit the next day The Global Privacy Summit is where the world’s data protection profession gathers And for the professionals …
Students Pour into DC to March for Our Lives
Gifs by Jason Morenz undreds of thousands of students took to the streets to demand tough gun-control laws in the March for our Lives Rally today in Washington, D.C. Student protesters stretched from the US Capitol to the White House. It was arguably one of the biggest student-led protests in D.C. since the Vietnam War. More than 150 student survivors …
Most Snow in Spring since ’64
Photo by Jason Morenz t may be the second day of spring, but it was the most significant snowfall all season. As of 4pm, Reagan Airport has recorded over 4 inches of snow, the most snow this late of the year since 1964. Dulles reached 5 inches of snow, which is double the record of 2.3 inches set in 1964. As expected, …
Instant Bridge Collapses in Miami
A newly installed 950-ton bridge, that was installed within a few hours, collapsed on Florida International University’s campus Thursday, killing at least four people. First responders tending to victims at the scene, searching for people in the rubble and loading others on stretchers into ambulances. Firefighters have pulled out at least four deceased people from the rubble, Miami-Dade Fire Chief …
Nor’eastern Ravages DC and Ten States
he entire Mid-Atlantic and Northeast coast just survived a severe nor’easter known as a “bomb cyclone” because of its explosive development. The storm was strong and massive, lingering for over a day. Ten states were under a high wind warning Friday, which was issued for sustained winds of at least 35 mph, or gusts exceeding 55 mph. While the winds …
After Ten Years, Tortoise and Hare Crawls to a Close
The Tortoise and Hare opened over ten years ago by Brian Montgomery and Erik Dahlseid. The popular bar know for hosting Pittsburgh sports teams (Steelers, Penguins, Pirates) has scored its last goal. And last night, the Crystal City bar closed their doors for the last time. Here’s a post by Brian Montgomery: “As we posted back in August, we were beginning the …
Carnival’s Cruise Vacay Nightmare
10 day cruise onboard a luxury cruise ship in the balmy South Pacific would seem to be rest and relaxation for some people, but not for these vacationers. A Carnival Legend cruise ship which can carry more than 2,000 people just returned to Melbourne Saturday after several large fights erupted causing many passengers to hide inside their cabins, especially from …
DC’s Year of the Dog
Gung Hay Fat Choy! DC Welcomes the Year of the Dog in style with celebrations all over the city all weekend. The annual Chinatown parade kicks off at 6th and I Street Northwest at 2 p.m. Sunday. Expect a colorful celebration featuring lion dances, dragons, marching bands, kung-fu, and even clowns in tiny cars! After the parade, there will be a …
14th Street Pizzeria Closes After Marijuana Bust
After five years, Piola, the 14th street Italian-based restaurant chain has closed. Earlier last month, Police responded to a marijuana party, finding several tables with marijuana on display apparently for sale. Five people were arrested in this case. Gifting marijuana is legal in DC, but storefronts are not allowed causing business deals to be made in area bars and restaurants. It’s …
UMBC’s New Multi-Purpose Events Center
fter two years of construction the UMBC Events Center will open this Saturday at 4pm with a men’s basketball game against the Vermont Catamounts. Nancy Young, the school’s vice president for student affairs, said that the Event Center was built to enhance athletics, student life and the university’s relationship with the community. UMBC’s varsity men’s and women’s basketball teams, as …
How an Emotional Idea from Hawkeye Country Turned Up Big in NYC
View PostHow to Get Tickets to National Museum of African American History
Here’s how to get tickets to the African American History Museum: Timed passes are released the first Wednesday of each month. The next advanced tickets will be released online Wednesday, Jan 5, at 9 a.m. for visits in April. Up to six tickets can be ordered at a time and tickets go quickly. A limited number of same-day timed passes …
Cousins Steer Redskins to Victory over Broncos
by Jason Morenz LANDOVER, Md. — The Redskins won over the Broncos with Kirk Cousins throwing for three touchdowns in their final home game at Fedex Field Redskins’ record improves to 7-8, giving the team a decent shot at finishing at .500 with a New Year’s Eve victory in the season finale against the New York Giants In the last …
Fire in Adams Morgan
#1 Juicy Cajun Seafood, an Adams Morgan restaurant that has been closed for the last few weeks, caught on fire early Saturday morning. Fire crews responded to the 2400 block of 18th Street Northwest at 12:17 a.m. and found the #1 Juicy Cajun Seafood restaurant had a fire in the attic. Firefighters use d hooks to open the roof and …
Zoo Lights
by Jason Morenz ecember can be the best time to visit the National Zoo – not just to see the animals, but the lights, ZooLights, that is — the Smithsonian National Zoo’s annual tradition of lights, music and moving animals. During ZooLights, powered by Pepco, more than 500,000 environmentally friendly LED lights transform the zoo into a winter wonderland after dark. …
Papa John Points Finger at NFL for Piss Poor Sales
ohn Schnatter, the founder of the Papa John’s pizza chain, will step down as CEO in the wake of controversial comments he made in November about the NFL’s handling of the anthem protests. The 56-year-old founder of the pizza chain came was criticized after remarks he made during the company’s third-quarter earnings call. He said Papa John’s — a National …
Potomac Lanes Bowling
owling has gone through a major transformation since its heydays in the 90s. There has been a steady reduction in bowling leagues over the years and investors have realized that bowling centers can be sold and the land could be used for more profitable ventures. The decrease in league bowlers is the main reason there has been a sizeable decline in …
Trump’s First Christmas Tree Lighting
View PostThrongs of Women Accuse Massage Envy of Abuse
Over a 180 women have reported sexual assaults at Massage Envy Spas across the nation. Despite these allegations, the company has failed to take accountability or even admonish the assailant, often keeping them on the payrolls. Massage Envy the largest chain of massage franchises in the country, is a billion-dollar business that promises trustworthy services at an affordable price. One …
Quadrangle 1301 Penn to Feature Operable Windows
Photography by Jason Morenz Along Pennsylvania Ave, anticipation is building for The Quadrangle Development with its innovative design and European features. The construction at 1301 Pennsylvania Ave is on schedule with a scheduled completion of 2018. Permasteelisa Group has been contracted to warehouse the windows until they are ready to be installed. D.M. Bowman from Williamsport, MD is one of the contracted carriers who …
Argentine Submarine is Missing
No contact has been made with the Argentine submarine, the ARA San Juan for the last 72 hours and an extensive air and sea search operation is underway with assistance from the US and UK. A Nasa research plane as well as a U.S. Navy P3 has joined the search for the vessel. The TR-1700 class diesel-electric vessel had been …
La Niña Means a Green Christmas for the East
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is calling for a warmer than normal winter in much of the Eastern coast of the US. La Niña is the opposite of an El Niño weather pattern which happens when the surface waters of the Pacific Ocean are unusually cold, causing the air above to be quite dry. That cool air sinks …
US Navy Draws Gigantic Penis in the Sky
Plenty of onlookers from the ground in Okanogan County, Washington were amused by Thursday afternoon’s sky doodle. A spokesman for Naval Airbase Whidbey Island airbase confirmed that the aircraft involved was one of its Boeing EA-18G Growlers. The jet specialises in electronic warfare and is a specialized version of the two-seat F/A-18F Super Hornet. Lt. Cmdr. Leslie Hubbell from Pacific Fleet Headquarters …
Museum of Bible Opens
After much anticipation, the Museum of the Bible opens in Washington, DC The Museum is the brainchild of Hobby Lobby owner Steve Green. The $500 million museum contains eight floors of biblical artifacts and exhibits from over the centuries ― including fragments from the Dead Sea Scrolls, one of the largest private collections of Torahs in the world, The Museum is open 10am …
Tesla Reveals Electric Autonomous Semi Truck
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View PostVeteran’s Day Deals Nov 10-12 ’17
Saturday, Nov 11 Cici’s Pizza Free adult buffet Buffalo Wild Wings Free small order of traditional or boneless wings with a side of fries. California Pizza Kitchen: Free entrée from a special Veterans Day menu at participating locations. Logan’s Roadhouse Free meal from special menu between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Dunkin Donuts Free donut Greene Turtle Up to $12 …
“HAVE A BOGO ON US” Tuesday
Chipotle is saluting the military Veterans with a military ID can buy-one/get-one free burrito, bowl, salad or order of tacos on Tuesday, Nov. 7 from 5 p.m. to close. The offer is valid for all active-duty, Reserves, National Guard and retired service members, their spouses and veterans. In-restaurant orders only. Here are some area Chipotles
McCormick and Schmick’s Veterans Appreciation Day
Are you a veteran and like Seafood or Steak? Then you should consider visiting McCormick and Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants for its annual Veterans Appreciation Day on Sunday Nov 5, 2017 for a free entree during lunch or dinner. Proof of military service required, but not needed for Gold Star Family members (parents or spouse). Be sure to contact your local McCormick …
Lerner Family Dysfunction Impacts Nationals Future
or the seventh time in 13 years, the Nationals will be looking for new leadership for next season. I never agreed with Dusty Baker’s hiring – He was a little bit outdated and it was in the other end of the spectrum. How did we go from unproven, inflexible and inexperienced in Matt Williams to a proven players-manager, but old-fashioned …
Rays Provide Relief to Puerto Rico
The Tampa Bay Rays stepped up to help the victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico by chartering a plane to deliver medical supplies and equipment to Ponce, Puerto Rico. While in Puerto Rico, the organizations helped preserve cancer tissue samples from a Puerto Rico biobank and pick up cancer patients, caregivers and nuns from a local church. Rays left-handed pitcher and …
Golden Corral to get Redesign
Golden Corral will be getting a new look and feel starting next year. The privately held Golden Corral, which has nearly 500 restaurants, saw revenue fall 2.6 percent last year. Buffet restaurants are suffering because their core customer tends to be a lower-income diner who eats out less often The new building design seeks to boost Golden Corral’s curb appeal. …
Chilly Sales for Chili’s
he casual dining chain whose sales have been slim in recent quarters has restructured its corporate staff and has now put their menu on an extreme weight loss diet. Chili’s is slashing its menu by a whopping 40% from 125 to 75 items to focus on three things: Burgers, Fajitas and Ribs. “We had to take control of what we …
Dolphins Coach Snorting Coke
The Dolphins Offense completely stinks and one of their coaches may have been snorting coke. The Miami Dolphins are investigating a video that allegedly shows offensive line coach Chris Foerster snorting a white powder off a table. This is the video supposedly of Dolphins offensive line coach Chris Foerster snorting coke before a meeting pic.twitter.com/L7ZsdZMH7U — Ollie Connolly (@OllieConnolly) October …
Hard Rock Cafe in the News
The Hard Rock Cafe an anchor in San Diego since 1998 will be closing at the end of the year. ‘mreedy02’ in Instagram captured video from the Biloxi, Miss Hard Rock Cafe’s parking lot showing cars tossed around like electric guitars in the raging flood water. Hurricane Nate made it’s second landfall Sunday as Category I hurricane To contact Hard …
UFC to recognize First Responders
Dana White, President of the UFC plans to make UFC 216 a celebration of the city and provide more than 1,500 free tickets to first responders They will also get food and beverage vouchers courtesy of the arena and have t-shirts on their seats upon arrival. An acknowledgement of their heroism is planned for the pay-per-view broadcast. White also expects …