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Isabel Del MastroOne Navy veteran joined the military ready to put his life on the line. Now, he says the least his country can do is give him a sandwich.
Lauren BerrymanLife after service: ‘It’s a challenge to think what comes next’
A return to civilian life has its struggles and veterans are facing rising unemployment rates.
Nick Trombola
Gianna GronowskiVeteran suicide prevention efforts ramp up to combat ‘public health and national security crisis’
New ad campaign from the VA hopes to de-stigmatize veterans proactively seeking help with mental health.
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Megan RugglesVeteran groups question success of VA suicide prevention campaign
Starting before Veterans Day, the campaign is an effort to expand and improve the Department of Veterans Affairs’ mental health resources, vet support groups say.
Keely Bastow
Hanna HolthausVeterans, visitors reflect on what war memorials mean to them
Visitors to the Vietnam War, World War II and the Korean War memorials say younger generations should learn more about the country’s history.
Sophie Austin
Kayla GallagherThere was no typical day, or military archetype, just ‘people of all kinds’
Drew Brooks, 36, spent 10 years at the Fayetteville Observer covering Fort Bragg in North Carolina, the largest military installation in the United States, as well as its surrounding military communities. On this...
Alec D'AngeloShaw will likely return to Ward 2 after redistricting. Here’s what that means.
Shaw’s return to Ward 2 would make representation and community projects easier, but it would also create whiplash for a neighborhood that’s been in a game of ping pong.
Grace NardeiDave Chappelle brings fundraising efforts and controversy to Georgetown’s public arts high school
The comedian Dave Chappelle is one of the greatest fundraisers for his alma mater, the Duke Ellington School of the Arts. But the school administration has remained silent amid the scandal surrounding Chappelle's recent...
Mike PesoliNonprofit supporting small businesses creates ‘Petworth Main Street’
Uptown Main Streets, a nonprofit helping small businesses gain recognition and funding, is igniting mom and pop shops throughout new areas of Petworth.
Carley WelchBig tech campus, pedestrian-only street among projects eyed by longtime Navy Yard developer
Brookfield Properties, the development company behind The Yards, has set its sights on further developing the area to accommodate more residents and potentially diversify the subarea’s clientele.
Aneeta Mathur-AshtonProposed DC bill will require COVID-19 vaccination for all eligible students
Columbia Heights residents weigh in on the proposed D.C. law that would mandate the COVID-19 vaccine for students. Eight Columbia Heights residents interviewed by the Wash are in favor of the D.C. bill.
Kahindo MusungiraEckington, North Capitol residents fight for safer streets
Community members have united to make Lincoln Road NE and North Capitol Street a safer place for drivers, pedestrians and residents.
Shelby FishmanMontgomery County mask policy suspended for foreseeable future
Montgomery County Council updated the indoor mask policy Nov. 1, receiving mixed reactions from county residents amid lower transmission rates.
Announcement of Amazon’s sponsorship of Franklin Park draws mixed community response
Amazon is expanding its involvement in the DMV area with this newest investment in the community.
COVID vaccine available for ages 5 to 11 at multiple Arlington locations
Virginia expected to receive at least 252,000 doses, overall.
Heather MacNeilLocal business collaboration on Eastern Market Main Street fosters success
Despite the difficulties many small business owners faced during the pandemic, Eastern Market Main Street proved to be an anomaly through supporting one another and raising funds on their own.
As DC Streetcar plans expansion, community conflicted over merits and faults
Next spring, DDOT will break ground on D.C. Streetcar’s expansion onto Benning Road. While some community members have long advocated for this project, others aren’t sure the slow-moving tram is worth the bill.
Rosie HughesLegalization looms, but DC’s gifting operations remain in legal limbo
Securing cannabis in Dupont Circle is simple. For those with a medical marijuana card, just head inside Natural Holistic Healing Center, flash your proof of a prescription for pot, select your favorite product and be on...
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