The Go-Go Museum and Café is set to open on November 18 with a ribbon cutting ceremony, marking a significant moment in the history of go-go music and providing a cultural landmark for people to learn about and appreciate the official music of Washington, D.C.
Category: DMV News
Posted inDMV News
&Pizza yields to public pressure, removes ‘Marion Berry Knots’ from menu
&pizza pulled its controversial “Marion Berry Knots” dessert from its menu following intense criticism and threats of a boycott, after it was criticized as racist and disrespectful to the legacy of former D.C. Mayor Marion Barry.
Posted inBUSINESS
BOPA warns that arts community is ‘at extreme risk’ after city moves to cut ties
BOPA has expressed concerns about Baltimore City’s plan to terminate its contract within 90 days, citing the risk it poses to the future of the organization and local arts community.
Posted inNEWS
Baltimore Running Festival returns for 24th year
The 2024 Baltimore Running Festival saw over 12,000 participants taking part in various races, with some running for non-profit organizations and others for personal fitness or health goals.
Posted inHBCU
Howard falls in centennial homecoming game
Vice President Kamala Harris sent a letter to Howard University in recognition of its 100th homecoming, while the Bison fell to the Tigers in a sold out homecoming matchup.
Posted inBaltimore News
Dylan Beard: Overcoming obstacles and embracing his journey
Dylan Beard, a Baltimore native, has made a name for himself in the track world, winning the 60-meter hurdle race at the 2024 Millrose Games and recently appearing on the “Today” show, while working at Walmart and pursuing his dream of competing in the Paris Olympics.
Posted inAFRO CHARITIES
AFRO Spotlight: Meet Deyane Moses– exhibit curator, artistic director, archives extraordinaire
Deyane Moses is a passionate art and exhibit curator who has been dedicated to researching and honoring Baltimore’s Black history and culture for nearly a decade, and is now the director of partnership and programs for Afro Charities.
Posted inWashington D.C. News
Jazzmyne Townsend takes ‘D.C. Teacher of the Year’ title
Jazzmyne Townsend, a language arts instructional coach at Stanton Elementary School, has been named the 2025 D.C. Teacher of the Year and will represent the District on the Council of Chief State School Officers, advocating for the needs of her students.
Posted inNEWS
Growing your health with herbs
The DMV area is home to a variety of natural health food stores and herbal shops that offer a range of supplements, teas, and tinctures to support health and wellness goals, with Dynamic Health and Wellness, Blue Nile, and GLUT being some of the most popular options.
Posted inBaltimore News
Maryland Supreme Court holds oral arguments at Frederick Douglass High School
The Supreme Court of Maryland visited Frederick Douglass High School to hold off-site oral arguments, providing civic education to students from 15 Baltimore City public schools, private schools and universities.
Posted inDMV News
Upcoming events in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
There are a variety of free events happening in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia areas in October, including financial health summits, voting celebrations, and small business gatherings.
Posted inHBCU
Morgan State University hosts 40th Homecoming Gala
Morgan State University held its 40th annual fundraising gala on October 4, with Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott, WBAL TV Co-Anchor Jenyne Donaldson, and Congressman Kweisi Mfume (D-Md.-07) in attendance, supporting scholarship funds for current and prospective students.