Francisco Marquez’s last job in Venezuela was as the chief of staff for a former mayor of Caracas, the country’s capital. Today, he heads a nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C. Marquez was imprisoned for...
Author - Sommer Brugal
Sommer Brugal
Surge in D.C. early voting signals possible growth in voter enthusiasm
Voter turnout dwindled to less than 20 percent in June’s primary when Mayor Muriel Bowser faced little competition. But a hotly contested at-large D.C. Council race may boost voter enthusiasm in the general election.
James Marshall
Female farm club
Annie’s Project, an educational program designed to educate, engage and empower, is helping women find success on the farm.
Migratory birds call Rock Creek Park home
In its fifth year of work, the Rock Creek Songbirds continue to engage in community outreach, planting, and regenerating the park for migratory birds. The Songbirds work with organizations like D.C.’s Audubon Society to...
Joan Muwahed