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Groundbreaking begins Howard Theatre's second act

Entertainer and philanthropist Bill Cosby says the Howard Theatre is a gem "in our community's crown," and on Thursday, D.C. officials and well-wishers held a groundbreaking ceremony to restore that jewel of a historic playhouse. Having slipped into darkness since integration and the 1968 D.C. riots ripped through the U ...

Roy Jefferson: The NFL's Foot Prints in the Sand

On Sunday August 29, 2010 a picnic was held in Rock Creek Park in Washington, DC.   The picnic was in the honor of the great NFL player Willie Wood.   Willie was the heart and soul of those great Green Bay Packer teams led by the legendary coach Vince Lombardi.   Willie was the hard hitting safety, punt return man and spark that dominated the NFL in the 60s.   After a brilliant NFL career he was ...

Grassroots group discusses area's needs

A grassroots group advocating for citizens living north of the Tar River declared Tuesday evening that changes can be made and resources provided, but it will take united voices to make that happen.

Memphis Church Announces Plans to Transform Blighted Marina Cove Apartments

Like Nehemiah rising from the ashes, New Direction Christian Church wants to raise Hickory Hill up from ruin and despair.

For Members

To hear Washington politicians tell it, welfare reform is something they’ve already checked off their “to-do” list. Been there done that back in the ’90s, veteran members of Congress boast.