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Biden May Ban Bitcoin unless it Turns Greener

In News by RUNINdc

The White House suggested that U.S. lawmakers and regulators could soon crack down on cryptocurrency mining because of its large carbon footprint. In a Thursday report, mandated by President Biden in an executive order in March, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy said crypto miners should reduce greenhouse gas emissions, with help from the Environmental Protection Agency …

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R.I.P. Olivia Newton John

In News by RUNINdc

Olivia Newton John has died following several years battling breast cancer. The iconic singer and the star of Grease was 73.   1978 Grease – One of the best musicals ever created Grease by Frankie Valli during Capitol Fourth 2014 View this post on Instagram A post shared by John Travolta (@johntravolta)

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Free DC Medical Marijuana Cert

In News by RUNINdc

Effective July 6, 2022, DC residents who are at least 21 years of age may self-certify on their patient application that they will use cannabis purchased from a licensed dispensary for medical purposes in lieu of securing a recommendation from their healthcare provider. Registrations are free through August 18, 2022. Registrations issued by September 30, 2022, are valid for two (2) years from …

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Retired D.C. Police LT Charged in Fatal Shooting of Library Officer

In News by RUNINdc

A retired D.C. police officer has been charged after fatally shooting a library police officer at a training session Thursday inside the Anacostia neighborhood Library. Special Police Officer Maurica Manyan, of Indian Head, Maryland, was the victim, the Metropolitan Police Department said in an update Friday. She was 25 and worked as a special police officer within the DC Public …

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MGM National Harbor Poised to Open Sports Betting in 2021

In Baseball, Football, News by RUNINdc

by Jason Morenz The Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Commission has approved MGM National Harbor, Live! Casino & Hotel Baltimore’s Horseshoe Casino, Hollywood Casino and Ocean Downs  for sports wagering, saying all five have met the qualification requirements.  It is the second-to-last step for official approval of the casinos, with a meeting scheduled later this month. Maryland Lottery and Gaming …

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U.S. DOE Announces $100 Million for Transformative Clean Energy Solutions

In News by RUNINdc

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In support of the Biden Administration’s climate innovation agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced up to $100 million in funding for transformative clean energy technology research and development via its Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy’s (ARPA-E) OPEN 2021 funding opportunity. The first of billions of dollars of DOE R&D opportunities to be announced this year, …

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Vaccine Cold Play

In News by RUNINdc

A key Food and Drug Administration advisory panel voted to approve of the Moderna vaccine today. While Pfizer’s stock requires sub-zero refrigeration (colder than Antarctica), Moderna’s vaccine remains stable at 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F) – the temperature of a standard home or medical freezer for 30 days. Mckesson has been selected by the CDC to distribute the vaccine …

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DC’s Rent Relief Grant for Landlords

In Congress Heights, Downtown, News, Petworth by RUNINdc

A new D.C. program is using money from the federal CARES Act which will focus on affordable units and small landlords with 20 or fewer units. The program will cover missed payments between April and November.The majority of the grant money — $9 million — will go toward affordable housing projects in the District. The remaining $1 million is set …

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Biden Big for Bitcoin

In News by RUNINdc

I didn’t start buying Bitcoin until April. As a truck driver during the Pandemic, a lot of stores refused to handle cash.  It didn’t help that the World Health Organization stated that cash helped spread COVID. Then there was the shortage of coins in circulation in places like Wal-Mart that asked to roundup for charity. I didn’t totally buy in …

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Vaccine Coming Soon

In News by RUNINdc

Fantastic news – the vaccine is finally here. The best news of the vaccine all year. Record breaking time to develop one. The drug maker Pfizer along with BioNTech announced today that an early analysis of its coronavirus vaccine trial is 90% efficient among 43,500 trial volunteers in six countries with no safety concerns. The doses are given two weeks …

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Sad Day for Democracy

In News, Opinion, President by RUNINdc

Today is a sad day in America. President Trump held a press conference and made egregious accusations that there is widespread voter fraud in several battleground states that he lost in or in states where his once big leads were gradually dwindling. Trump started the press conference taking his usual partisan, braggadocio tone stating that he received more votes than …

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Trump Hired a Faux-Obama to Belittle and Fire

In News by RUNINdc

Even before Donald Trump sought to be president, he questioned President Obama’s birthplace and accused him of obtaining his “Ivy League” degrees by way of affirmative action. In Michael Cohen’s book, “Disloyal: A Memoir,” Trump hired a faux-Bama to belittle him then ritualistically fired him. The video was made for the 2012 Republican National Convention, but never aired.

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Casinos Reopen

In Food, Health, Misc, News by RUNINdc

Preview(opens in a new tab) Over the last several weeks, I’ve had the opportunity to visit a handful of casinos throughout the US. Here’s my synopsis of each of them during the COVID era Indiana Grand There are no dividers at the game tables so they can get a little crowded. Smoking is allowed, so the pungent smell of smoke …

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Easton Farmers Market Flourishes Along the River

In Food, News by RUNINdc

Saturdays, 9am-1pm May – December Scott Park, 130 Larry Holmes Drive     The Easton Farmers’ Market was established in 1752, the year of the City’s founding. For more than two and a half centuries farmers and merchants have gathered in Easton’s “Great Square” to peddle their fresh and handcrafted wares. Easton’s proximity to Philadelphia and New York City and …

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SUV Plows Through Black Lives Matter Protest in Times Square

In News by RUNINdc

MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, NY — An SUV drove through protestors near West 42nd Street and 6th Ave around 9 p.m. Tuesday. The driver was surrounded by protestors and wanted to get through.  He was asked to go a different direction. One of the protestors stuck a knife into his tire. The driver then hit the accelerator dragging a bicycle about 100 …

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NYC Coronavirus Stats Reaches Record Low

In News by RUNINdc

The percentage of people testing positive for the coronavirus in New York City was just 1 percent on Sunday, the lowest it has been since the pandemic took hold of the city in March, and a big drop from when 71 percent of those tested had the virus On Monday, New York City moved up to Phase III but kept restrictions …

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Black Lives Matter in Scranton

In News by RUNINdc

Black Lives Matter was a peaceful rally in front of the Lackawanna County Courthouse including 8:46 mins of moment of silence for George Floyd.  Some people say that “Black Lives Matter” is a farce. They claim that it’s just an excuse to riot against the police and the rule of law in the name of peace. But saying “Black Lives …

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From Holy Ground to Battle Ground

In News, Police, President by RUNINdc

Protesting continued in DC for a fifth straight day on Tuesday with the iconic Lafayette Square completely closed off with a chain-link fence.  The previous day, peaceful demonstrations was forcefully cleared by police under federal authority and under the direction of Attorney General William Barr. Barr wanted to extend the perimeter encompassing Lafayette Square to St  John’s Episcopal Church so …

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Fire Damages SE DC Condo

In News by RUNINdc

A large fire inside an apartment unit at Wade Road condos have displaced 38 people  (31 adults and 7 children).  Four residents were evaluated and treated at the scene. No firefighters were hurt. The fire fully engulfed unit #12. Heavy smoke had filled the hallways blocking tenants on both the 2nd and 3rd floor from evacuating. 1630 Hours WFD 2640 …

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Last Beach Standing

In News, Opinion by RUNINdc

There’s only a few beaches in the US that’s still open and Biloxi Beach on Mississippi’s Gulf Coast is one of them. The community has taken its toll over the hills and though Katrina was 15 years ago, it has taken this long to fully recover. It was not by will, but by policy since insurance payments have been mired …

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55th Anniversary to Bloody Sunday

In Events, News by RUNINdc

A congressional delegation including Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL) and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) along with about 50 members of Congress was in Birmingham on Saturday to participate in the 20th Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage to Alabama.  The 55th anniversary to “Bloody Sunday” annual pilgrimage started in Montgomery to Birmingham and finally Selma. The pilgrimage began in 1965 in Selma, …

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Nashville – Keep the Music Playing

In News by RUNINdc

It has been a crazy month for Tennessee, and Nashville has gone through so much chaos. Our hearts are with those who have lost their homes or businesses and with the 24 lives tragically taken away. Thank God for relief workers and volunteers who are working tirelessly. Let’s keep Nashville in our prayers as they weather and survive this storm. …

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Mystics Magic in Ward 8

In News, Openings, Sports by RUNINdc

Seems out of place to be watching professional basketball in an arena the same size as some high school gyms. But after all, having the Mystics, the reigning Eastern Conference champions, play in my neck of the woods feels quite surreal. Last year, they played across the River at the Capital One, sharing a home with the struggling Wizards. There …

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Destiny’s Destiny

In New York, News, Shopping by RUNINdc

Destiny USA in Syracuse, a six-story shopping and entertainment complex on the shore of Onondega Lake.The 2.4 million square foot mall is the nation’s sixth largest shopping mall and is owned by Pyramid Companies who owns 17 properties mostly in New York. The site of Destiny was originally a landfill surrounded by dozens of oil tanks called Oil City. Pyramid …

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Horace & Dickies Comes to Congress Heights

In Food, News, Openings by RUNINdc

Inspired by the everyday family cooking, Horace and Dickies comes to Southeast with a pop-up at 2927 Martin Luther King Ave SE. Horace and Dickeys has beebn in business for more than 25 years and this is the first time moving to Southeast You’ll feel at home while savoring a great meal. Experience the famouys Fish that has been featured …

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DC First to Approve Sports Betting in the DMV

In News by RUNINdc

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 …

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Trump sends Government Workers a Lump of Coal for Christmas

In News, Patriotic by RUNINdc

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 …

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Northern Hemisphere Heading to Deep Freeze

In News by RUNINdc

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 …

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Army Veteran Double Amputee Drowns in Chesapeake Bay

In News by RUNINdc

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, …

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Ellicott City Recovery in Full Swing: Credentialing Begins

In News, Police by RUNINdc

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 …

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Library Bar Owner Indicted for Rape

In Alcohol, Bar, News, Police by RUNINdc

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 …

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Potomac River Rising

In News by RUNINdc

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 …

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Ellicott City Floods Again

In News by RUNINdc

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 …

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French President Macron Visits GW

In GW, News by RUNINdc

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 …

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Wind Gusts Wreck Havoc to DC’s Cherry Blossoms

In Cherry Blossom, News by RUNINdc

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 …

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Instant Bridge Collapses in Miami

In News by RUNINdc

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 …

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Nor’eastern Ravages DC and Ten States

In News by RUNINdc

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 …

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Carnival’s Cruise Vacay Nightmare

In Food, News by RUNINdc

  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 …

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14th Street Pizzeria Closes After Marijuana Bust

In Closing, Food, News, Pizza, Police by RUNINdc

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 …

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UMBC’s New Multi-Purpose Events Center

In News, Sports by RUNINdc

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 …

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Fire in Adams Morgan

In News by RUNINdc

#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 …

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Papa John Points Finger at NFL for Piss Poor Sales

In Food, News by RUNINdc

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 …

Chilly Sales for Chili’s

In Food, News by RUNINdc

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 …

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Hard Rock Cafe in the News

In News by RUNINdc

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 …

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UFC to recognize First Responders

In News by RUNINdc

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 …

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Big Top on the Mall

In Food, Music, News by RUNINdc

The Greatest Show on Earth my have come and gone, but the days of circus acrobatics are far from over.  (Ringling Brothers closed in 2007 after 146 years) And this year for the 50th anniversary of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival – a historic stroll down memory lane, how appropriate it is to spotlight the circus, it’s impact on society – …

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Two Video Pirates Charged with Illegally Recording Fate of the Furious

In News, Police by RUNINdc

LINTHICUM, Md. —  Two men were caught in the Hoyt’s Movie Theater in Linthicum, MD yesterday recording The Fate of the Furious. An investigator from the Motion Picture Association of America told police he had been watching two men who were known to be movie piracy suspects. He said he saw them go into the movie theater and illegally record …

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Apple Store Pentagon City Expands

In Arlington, News, Openings by RUNINdc

he Apple store at Pentagon City has just completed a major rebuild. Gone are the days of stuffy spaces with cramed customers. The new build is quite transformative, taking over two neighboring stores and closing for nearly six months. It now offers  large glass doors, touch-sensitive sequoia wood tables and shelves, seating areas for community events, large 6K resolution video …

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#NotmyPresidents Day Protest in DC

In Dupont Circle, Misc, News, Police by RUNINdc

#NotMyPresident’s Day Protest resident’s Day celebrates the great leaders of our nation and reminds Americans the presidency is not only a position, but a symbol of America and our values Today, a day after Donald Trump held a campaign rally in Florida to defend his first 30 tumultuous days in office, DC residents as well as many across America protested Trump’s …

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All 230 Arrested Charged with Felony Rioting

In Food, News by RUNINdc

Police arrested 230 on Inauguration Day and charged all of them with felony rioting. The U.S. Attorney’s Office stated the offense is punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. Many of the protesters were dressed in black clothing, scarves and masks. Picking up bricks and using crowbars, they smashed storefront windows and …

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Millions Protest Trump’s Presidency

In News by RUNINdc

rotesters filled the streets in Washington, DC and around the globe Saturday to protest President Trump’s administration. Due to demeaning comments made to Muslims, Minorities and Women, the Women’s March served as a rebuttal to formally protest Trump’s inauguration as commander-in-chief. The numbers don’t lie. Over 500,000 amassed at the National Mall, while barely 100,000 showed up for the Inauguration. This …

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Cuban Corner’s Cabrejas Reflects Castro’s Death

In Food, News by RUNINdc

The walls of the Cuban Corner in Rockville MD, are adorned with names of famous and accomplished Cubans, chronicling major events in US-Cuba  relations.  Although owner, Joaquin Cabrejas hasn’t been home since he fled the country in 1960 at the age of 10 as part of Operation Peter Pan, he hopes to someday. In the last ten years, Joaquin and millions of …

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REI to Open Flagship Store in NOMA DC

In Events, Fashion, Food, News, News & Culture, NOMA by RUNINdc

REI is coming to DC and they’re throwing a block party for everyone: Doors open at 10am Friday and Saturday; and 11am Sunday. Weekend highlights include: Friday Festivities kick off with the award-winning music of the Ballou Majestic Marching band, followed by Little Bacon Bear and other local DJs on the Store Stage. Cap it off with a night of …

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DUI Driver Strikes and Kills Mad Rose Employee

In Arlington, Misc, News by RUNINdc

A DUI driver struck and killed Mad Rose employee yesterday. From Mad Rose Facebook page: On Tuesday, October 4, at 2:52 PM, an invaluable member of the Mad Rose Tavern family, Victoria Alicia Gonzalez, was tragically struck by a vehicle while working on the front patio of Mad Rose. Alicia is a devoted mother of a 2 year old baby …

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Chaplin’s Co-Owner Armin Amin Dies in Car Accident

In News, Shaw by RUNINdc

The Chaplin’s family is heart-broken by the loss of our friend, brother and legend, Armin Amin. You were a gentle giant with a huge heart – taken from us, way too soon–while always caring for others. We were blessed by your generosity, grace and spirit. You have done so much for our city and from the bottom of our hearts, …

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Time to Make the Truck Driver Cool Again

In News, News & Culture by RUNINdc

here’s no question that the image of  the American truck driver has gradually lost its cool.  Glorified in the 70s when Kris Kristofferson and Burt Reynolds graced the screen as modern day cowboys , the image has rapidly declined to that of outlaw, rebel and antagonist in movies. Today, the new generation has fostered the impression that the American truck driver is …

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Why America Needs to Hire More Truck Drivers

In News, Transportation by RUNINdc

n 2005, Amazon introduced Amazon Prime – free two-day shipping in the US for a flat annual fee of $79.  Online retail continued to climb and now shoppers were buying just about anything of all types and sizes with no precedent. This led to a rapid disruption of the shipping industry and a large rise in shipping orders.  The nation did …

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Upshur Rising

In Diner, Food, News, Openings, Petworth, Pizza, Wine by RUNINdc

Petworth News recently stated that the 800 block of Upshur Street NW is quickly becoming Restaurant Row. Already known for Crane & Turtle, Domku and Petworth Citizen, among others. Let’s see what’s coming down the pike in 2016: Food Network star chef Alex McCoy will be heading up a Thai restaurant: Alfie’s on 3301 Georgia Ave NW Diners are coming back …

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North Face Founder Dies in Chilean Kayaking Accident

In Georgetown, News, Police by RUNINdc

Douglas Tompkins, the founder of North Face  died on Tuesday after a kayaking accident in the Patagonia region of Chile at the age of 72. Strong waves on the lake caused the group’s kayaks to capsize. . Mr. Tompkins had spent considerable amount of time in waters under 40 degrees Fahrenheit. A military patrol boat and helicopter rescued the kayakers and …

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Whites Ferry Breaks Free

In News by RUNINdc

The Whites Ferry car carrier broke loose from its cable this afternoon with 12 cars and passengers on board.  The ferry, named after confederate Civil War Gen Jubal A. Early was pulled to shore and there were no injuries onboard. White’s Ferry carries passengers from Whites Ferry Road in Montgomery County, Maryland, to Whites Ferry Road in Loudoun County, Virginia. …

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REI Bucks the Thanksgiving Trend

In Events, News by RUNINdc

With Walmart, Best Buy and many others opening on Thanksgiving Day, one store has refused to go with the flow. REI generated headlines last month when it announced that it would be closed on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday REI has suggested employees and customers venture outside and share their activities on social media using the hashtag #optoutside.

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First 100 Win Chick Fil-A for a Year

In Events, News, News & Culture, Openings by RUNINdc

ired of metroing to Crystal City to taste those amazing boneless breast of chicken pressure cooked in peanut oil?  Well you’re in luck – starting Wed at 6am, Chick-Fil-A will open it’s first DC location in Columbia Heights and the first 100 customers will win free Chick-Fil-A for an entire year. But don’t go pulling out your sleeping bag — the line …

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Lawyers Squabble over Trump Hotel Contract

In Food, Lawsuit, News by RUNINdc

contract is a contract and a statement by the property owner, no matter how derogatory or egregious is certainly no grounds to back out of a real estate deal. Still, Jose Andres’ company Think Food Group responded today that Trump’s comments constituted a breach of contract. According to Andres, Trump’s anti-Hispanic statements made it virtually impossible for Andres to open and run …

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20th Anniversary of the Million Man March

In Events, Festival, News, News & Culture by RUNINdc

It is billed as the nation’s largest civil rights demonstration, and this Saturday’s rally in the National Mall will mark the 20th anniversary. DC will be packed — hundreds of thousands will gather at the Mall coming from buses all across the eastern seaboard Despite an email from the US Capitol Police warning its officers of potential violence, the Nation …

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Smithsonian Food History Festival

In Festival, Food, Food Blogger, Fun, News, Smithsonian by RUNINdc

A free food festival for all ages that explores the past, present, and future of food innovations in America. As part of the Smithsonian Food History Weekend, the National Museum of American History is hosting a day-long festival for families, students, food-enthusiasts, history buffs and more to jump into food history! Through live cooking demonstrations, hands-on learning, film screenings, curator-led …

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Thousands Cheer the Pope in his Fiat

In News, News & Culture by RUNINdc

ust as the Pope arrived in Andrews Air Force base in an Alitalia airliner, the Pope rode around DC in his favorite Fiat. After the Papal Parade at the Mall, the Pontiff headed towards the Cathedral of St Matthew the Apostle in his humble Fiat. At the Vatican, the humble Pope is known to drive himself around in his Fiat. Known …

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Silver Spring Finally Opens Problem Transit Center

In News by RUNINdc

Five years overdue and and 80 million dollars over budget, the Paul Sarbanes Transit Center opened at 4 a.m. Sunday morning. Earlier this year, Montgomery County and Metro filed a $166 million lawsuit against the companies that designed, built and inspected the Silver Spring Transit Center. The main allegation in the complaint is that Parsons Brincker­hoff did not design floors in …

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What is Speed MIX?

In News by RUNINdc

Speed MIX: Associations & Nonprofits + Digital Experts and Agencies OpenGov Hub 6:30-8:30p Register on Eventbrite 1110 Vermont Avenue NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC(map) Web Content Mavens is hosting its first Speed MIX on Monday.  MIX is Speed Networking between people who run digital projects for associations & nonprofits – and the digital experts who can help! Make connections, talk shop, …

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Widespread Salmonella Linked to Fig & Olive

In News by RUNINdc

There is a nationwide salmonella outbreak linked to imported cucumbers, and there over 70 cases of salmonella poisoining in DC linked to the newly-opened Fig & Olive.  According to the Washington Post, six people have been hospitalized after eating or drinking at the new City Centre establishment – five in DC and one in Alexandria.  And a total of 70 people who …

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Wizards Move Practice to St Elizabeths East

In Fun, News, News & Culture, Sports by RUNINdc

t Elizabeths East a National Historic has been chosen as the future home of the Washington Wizards.  The Wizards will practice at a modern training facility to be built there.  In addition this will be the home arena for the Washington Mystics and will have up to 5,000 seats. The St Elizabeths’ landmark and is specially zoned as the StE …

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Special Love Fundraiser in DC

In Bar, Charity, News, Review, Running, Shaw by RUNINdc

Photos by SNPhotography t was a balmy and mild summer evening in Shaw when more than 100 people gathered at Cambria rooftop to socialize, celebrate and fundraise for Special Love. Special Love is a charity organization that provides cancer families a network of support. Special Love’s hallmark program, Camp Fantastic, is a one-week adventure for 7-17 year olds held at the …

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Vendetta Robbed on H Street

In Bar, Food, H Street, News, Police by RUNINdc

Three men robbed Vendetta Bocce Bar & Tavern on H Street and attacked one of its employees just as it was closing down this morning. The robbers demanded property when they entered the bar and  struck an employee before they fled through the back door. Police described one of the robbers as an 18-to-25-year-old man who was 5-foot-8 and 150 pounds. That …

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Shori Sushi Grand Opening

In Food Blogger, Fun, Japanese, News, Openings by RUNINdc

On Sunday, Jul 19th, Shori Sushi will be celebrating their Grand Opening. There will be two seatings and each seating will be 100 guest. The first seating will be from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm and the second seating will be from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm. Both seating will be serving variety of appetizers, sushis, sashimi and desserts. The …

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Mapping HH @ Piola DC

In Events, News by RUNINdc

Are you passionate about the impact of mapping and the cutting edge technology surrounding it? Come hang out with TechChange and Development Seed on July 8 where we’ll discuss these topics over drinks. Learn about some of Development Seed’s work and how you can gain critical mapping skills through TechChange’s newest class, Mapping for International Development: http://bit.ly/1R9t5Rs The event is …

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Jonathan Cheban Party @ Sign of Whale

In Downtown, Dupont Circle, Events, Fashion, Fun, Misc, Music, News, News & Culture, Travelling, Weekly Picks by RUNINdc

Kim Kardashian’s bestie, Jonathan Cheban from the Hamptons arrived in style Friday night on M Street to meet and greet Socialites from all over Washington. There was a lot of handshakes, hugging, posing and great times with friends of Kim & Jonathan — it was quite a #Blast. “What a fabulous Jonathan Cheban party in the Golden Triangle,” said Kevin …

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DC Fundraiser for Fisher Foundation Honors Beau Biden

In Bar, Charity, Dupont Circle, News, Patriotic, Weekly Picks by RUNINdc

Hundreds of mourners gathered in Delaware Legislative Hall on Thursday to pay their respects to Beau Biden. The ceremony marked the beginning of a three-day memorial for Biden to close with President Obama delivering an emotional eulogy. Meanwhile in DC, over a hundred attendees paid tribute to Beau Biden at the Sauf Haus Bier Hall by donating money to the …

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Dennis Hastert Blackmailed for Sex Acts

In College, News, Police by RUNINdc

Dennis Hastert was a popular Member who served the longest tour as Speaker of the House. He was well respected and stirred little drama in politics until now. In 2010, a few years after he retired as House Speaker, Hastert was approached by a former wrestling student with accusations of sexual misconduct. Hastert, who didn’t want this info to be …

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Sauf Haus Biz & Bites Mixer – June 4

In Downtown, Dupont Circle, Events, Food, Fun, Fundraiser, News, Patriotic, Weekly Picks by RUNINdc

We’re so looking forward to our event in less than 2 weeks. So far between Network for Progress and RUNINOut we’re expecting over 100 people to attend: with Draft Biden.png www.draftbiden2016.com supporting Dr. Jill Biden & First Lady Michelle Obama’s veteran’s initiative: https://www.whitehouse.gov/joiningforces/get-involved appetizers courtesy of www.runinout.com REGISTER & SHARE! 6:30pm-8:30pm Thursday, June 4th Sauf Haus Beer Hall (rooftop) http://www.saufhausdc.com …

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We Are Family Fundraiser

In Embassy, Events, Food, Fundraiser, Lebanese, News, Running by RUNINdc

Capital Striders runners know the city like the back of their hand and on Sat May 9, they will be running to over a dozen EU Embassies to experience various cultures To support the run, DCCS and RUNINOut held a fundraiser at Lebanese Taverna for We Are Family. The event raised over $500 for We Are Family We Are Family …

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Praying for Baltimore

In Food, News by RUNINdc

The protestors promised to close the city down. They were able to postpone the Orioles – Red Sox game After consultation with Baltimore City Police Department, tonight’s game between the Orioles & White Sox at Oriole Park has been postponed. — Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) April 27, 2015 The Mayor has ordered a 10pm curfew LATEST: Riots in #Baltimore: • Mayor orders …

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Postmates Profit Rides on the Back of Couriers

In Adams Morgan, Arlington, Capitol Hill, Chinatown, Clarendon, Downtown, Dupont Circle, Food, Georgetown, Grocery, Lawsuit, Metro, Mexican, News, Pizza, Review, Sandwiches by RUNINdc

Postmates roared into town 18 months ago with the promise of being able to deliver virtually anything to anyone in the District within an hour. They charge a 10% purchase fee and a nominal delivery fee based on distance of which 80% goes to the couriers The app is commonly used for restaurant food but people have been known to …

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Three Silver Spring Restaurants Damaged by Fire

In News, Silver Spring by RUNINdc

A two-alarm fire damaged three Silver Spring restaurants early Thursday. More than 100 firefighters responded to the 8400 block of Georgia Avenue. The Bombay Gaylord restaurant had its dining area destroyed by the fire. The Quarry House Tavern, located on the basement level of the Bombay Gaylord, and the Mandarin Chinese restaurant next door were also damaged. Pete Piringer, a …

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Lemur Conservation Network Launches Next Week

In Charity, Events, Fashion, Festival, Food, Fun, Fundraiser, Music, News, Shaw by RUNINdc

Lynne Venart, Creative Director and Project Manager Lemur Conservation Network Email [email protected] | Web www.lemurconservationnetwork.org Phone 571.213.6717 | Fax 815.366.7491 Mingle with conservation leaders and friends of Madagascar at the hottest conservation event of the year! The Lemur Conservation Network (www.lemurconservationnetwork.org) celebrates their launch on March 19th at a party in Washington, D.C. at the Right Proper Brewing Company. The …

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Summers Returns for Now

In Arlington, Charity, Food, Fun, News, Openings by RUNINdc

JBG and Summers has been going back and forth for some time now. The restaurant that opened in 1982 closed at the end of the year. Rumors of massive development was in the works. Located at the corner of Clarendon Boulevard and North Courthouse Road, the bar became ultra popular with soccer fans and was once voted as the best …

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DC Streetcar Project is Dead on Arrival

In Charity, Downtown, Georgetown, News, Police by RUNINdc

Forget the empty promises that DC made to current and considering business owners along the 2.5 mile stretch on H Street. The $3 billion streetcar project would be an economic boost to hundreds of restaurants and stores shuttling happy-go-lucky customers who converge on the multi-modal Union Station exiting from metro, bus and train. Additionally a second phase would carry passengers …

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Arlington & Fairfax to Setup Sobriety Checkpoints Friday

In Arlington, News, Police by RUNINdc

A joint sobriety checkpoint by the Arlington County Police Department, Arlington County Sheriff’s Office, Virginia State Police and the Fairfax County Police Department across two jurisdictions is planned for this Friday, March 6. Police don’t disclose a checkpoint location ahead of time. The stepped-up enforcement efforts are in support of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration …

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Grand Trunk Debuts House of Cards.

In Asian, Fun, News, Openings, Penn Quarter, Police, Sports, Tv Shows by RUNINdc

Congress may have just given DHS a last-minute lifeline, but back in the imaginary world of House of Cards, there would be no resolution. Perhaps there was no better venue to kick off Season 3 than at the sparkling new Grand Trunk on Indiana Ave NW.  The glitzy 24-hour eatery with its gold decor, alligator-embossed leather seats, replete with 70-something TVs displaying Spacey’s …

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Il Radicchio to Offer Sun Brunch

In Arlington, Brunch, Clarendon, Events, Food, Italian, Misc, News, Pizza, Wine by RUNINdc

Nestled between the Courthouse and Rosslyn, IL Radicchio has been serving delicious Italian food since 1994.. IL Radicchio goes back to the basic idea of an Italian spaghetteria, with all you can eat pasta, simple rotisserie cooking, and a wood-burning oven. They are now poised, under the direction of Executive Chef and General Manager Andrew Holden, to begin a new tradition …

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Ram’s Head Tavern Owner Charged w/ Videotaping Naked Women

In News, Police by RUNINdc

The president of the Rams Head Group, which operates several taverns and live music venues in Baltimore, Howard Co and Annapolis has been arrested for secretly videotaping women as they used the restaurant’s bathroom in Savage MD Kyle Muehlhauser, 37,  turned himself into police on Feb. 19 and has been charged with six counts of visual surveillance with prurient intent. He …