Despite Bin Laden's Death, One Thing Will Remain The Same For D.C. Area Residents

Submitted by Simon Landau, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011, 1:01pm

Despite Bin Laden's Death, One Thing Will Remain The Same For D.C. Area Residents

It was just after President Obama had finished his speech to the nation Sunday evening, announcing the death of Osama Bin Laden, that I left my apartment in Cleveland Park to drive the four short miles to the White House.

The trip down Connecticut Avenue was one I will never forget: Cars packed with citizens making the exact same trek, to the exact same location, for the exact same reason.

American flags hung out of windows, waving in the wind. The calls of “USA”, joyous screams, and honking horns pierced through the Downtown D.C. night.

The blocks surrounding the President’s home played host to the revelry: Thousands of jubilant locals and tourists alike rallied to celebrate.

I circulated the crowd for about an hour, getting reaction from those involved.

Throughout this hour, one that seemed to be frozen in time, the feelings that were displayed, the sheer, raw human emotions that were expressed, showered over me.

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Electric Bills to Decrease For Pepco Customers

Submitted by Simon Landau, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011, 11:48am

This press release was sent to us by Pepco:

WASHINGTON – Standard Offer Service (SOS) supply rates recently approved by the Maryland Public Service Commission for Pepco’s Maryland residential customers will result in an approximate decrease of 15 percent in their electric bills.

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Councilmember Michael A. Brown Introduces Bill to Extend Unemployment Benefits

Submitted by Simon Landau, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011, 10:40am

Councilmember Michael A. Brown Introduces Bill to Extend Unemployment Benefits

This story comes to us from David Meadows:

Washington, DC- At today’s ninth legislative meeting of the Council of the District of Columbia, DC Councilmember Michael A. Brown will introduce the “Unemployment Compensation Extended Benefits Continuation Emergency Amendment Act of 2011.”

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DC’s Own Entertainment Group Presents The Downtown Players In DCPS

Submitted by Simon Landau, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011, 10:25am

DC’s Own Entertainment Group Presents The Downtown Players In DCPS

This story comes to us from Rahima Rice-Marsh:

Washington, D.C.— Following up on the success of their first production, The Airport Piece, which won Best One-Act Drama at the 2010 DC Black Theatre Festival, The Downtown Players will once again dazzle audiences with DCPS.

In this moving drama, students and teachers at a fictitious DC Public High School start the lunch period like any normal day. But, the nature of these interweaving relationships and the complexities of attending an urban institution turn this particular day upside down. The play’s intense dialogue and moments of thought-provoking reflection will have audiences glued to their seats, anxious for what’s next.

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Girls On The Run D.C. Releases Spring Events Calendar

Submitted by Simon Landau, Community Web Producer

Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011, 10:18am

This story comes to us from Rebecca Mark:

WASHINGTON, D.C.--- Girls On The Run, Washington D.C announced yesterday the tentative schedule of events leading up to their bi-annual 5k race set to take place on June 5th. Girls On The Run D.C. (“GOTR-DC”) is an after-school program designed for girls currently enrolled in the 3rd-8th grades. The carefully designed 24-lesson program consists of teaching healthy lifestyle habits through group-sessions and running exercises. The end of each session is marked by a non-chipped 5k race.

The spring 5k race is the most widely attended event of the Girls on The Run D.C. season, with this year’s race expected to draw upwards of 1,000 attendees and participants.

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Free Software Free PC Tune-Up Prizes and Giveways - Saturday, May 7th 10A -1PM Capital PC User Gp

Submitted by DeeNice, The Digital Dynamo, Deenice Rhodes, The Digital Dynamo

Monday, May 2nd, 2011, 11:25pm

Free Software Free PC Tune-Up Prizes and Giveways - Saturday, May 7th 10A -1PM Capital PC User Gp

Do You have pressing Tech questions - that you never get ANSWERED?

Have you found your pocket-books are empty from purchasing Software to drive you business or non-profit?

Well, have no fear - this Saturday, May 7 10 am - 1pm. The Capital PC User Group is launching it's first monthly MEETUP in Old Town Alexandria, VA. And all these questions will be answered.

Keynote Speaker - Dennis Courtney, President of CPCUG will speak on How to Get Software for Free? Find it, Load it, Use it!

We will also have a FREE PC TUNE-UP from 10am - 1pm.

There will also be a panel of STUMP the GEEK and win a prize.

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Exquisite Food Creations by New Corporate Chef, Robert Gadsby, of Ridgewells Catering

Submitted by foodie-isms, Community Food Content Producer

Monday, May 2nd, 2011, 1:16pm

Exquisite Food Creations by New Corporate Chef, Robert Gadsby, of Ridgewells Catering

Corporate Chef, Robert Gadsby joined Ridgewells in February 2011 with a background of 15 years in world cuisine. Gadsby specialty is progressive American cuisine. In his capacity as Corporate Chef, Gadsby is responsible for overseeing and directing the culinary vision of Ridgewells’ Social, Corporate, and Major Events Division.

He did not disappoint when debuting his Taste of Spring menu, last month, for a group of Metro DC tastemakers. The menu included:

Torched Yellow Tail

Sweet Corn Agnolotti

A Study of Hudson Valley Foie Gras

Poached Arctic Char

Wagyu Sirloin of Beef

Cheese Flight

Chocolate Pudding Cake

Popcorn Ice Cream

Roasted Peanut Caramel

Root Beer Gelee