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Despite sequester, the show must go on at National Parks
As surely as the pink buds pop open there will be a National Cherry Blossom Festival this spring. And despite across-the-board federal spending cuts expected to kick in Friday, the National Park Service offers assurances there will be summer concerts on the grounds of the Capitol and there will be Fourth of July fireworks on the National Mall.
Wed Feb 27th, 2013
Local kids get taste of airline travel
Forty kids from the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Washington spent Tuesday evening at Dulles International Airport getting a taste of what it's like to get ready to fly in a Qatar Airways 777.
John Leopold's resignation brings change at Chick and Ruth's
WTOP's Kate Ryan reports.
You can bet on Gold Cup!
Para-mutual betting is coming to Gold Cup this spring. As first reported on Fauquier.com that the "Virginia Racing Commission approved a pari-mutuel application from the Gold Cup that will allow wagering, previously illegal under state and local code." Gold Cup is May 4th. You can hear more details on how this is being done by clicking on the clips below.
Oscar Party fun in a cool new place.
The brand new Edgar Bar & Kitchen hosted a Champagne infused "Moet & Chandon" Oscar Party" It was a great way to watch the Oscars and see this new place to "see and be seen" in DC. It is located in The Mayflower Renaissance Washington, DC Hotel. Click on the clips below to hear some of that fun night which included spending time with psychic Sherry Sherry.
Virginia governor's race expected to be long and harsh
WTOP's Hank Silverberg reports.
FreedomPop and Karma offer limited amount of no-charge bandwidth
WTOP's Alan Etter reports. More in The Boston Globe.
D.C. banks on Nationals Youth Baseball Academy to excite kids
WTOP's Thomas Warren reports. More on the academy.
Pop go the calories!
Whether it is a watching the Oscars or a movie itself, nothing makes the experience pop more than popcorn. But buttered popcorn is chock full of calories. A better and tasty alternative is a special kind of Olive Oil. As we learn from Renee Farr at Sapore Oil & Vinegar in the heart of historic Capitol Hill. 660 Pennsylvania Avenue SE. Click and listen below.
Tiny hidden cameras at center of Montgomery County court case
WTOP's Andrew Mollenbeck reports.
Hitting a significant birthday?
Some people throw huge parties, but not Deb Fiscella. The Montgomery County resident is using the occasion to help kids with cancer. She's telling friends "no gifts for me, just donate to $50forthekids". Listen to the two clips below for more of this loving story!
Safety group calls for shorter license renewal period for seniors
WTOP's Kate Ryan reports.
High schoolers make abilities shine!
The high school winners of the National 2012-2013 AbilityOne® Design Challenge got to strut their stuff. The only competition in the country for high school students where students use science and engineering to help people with disabilities. Winners received scholarship awards. Among the five finalists (listed below)were two teams from Poolesville High School in Poolesville, Maryland. They took 2nd & 3rd Place.
Did you have crimes of valentine's passion??
There are thousands who did, including those who enjoyed the National Crime Museum's annual "Crimes of Passion". It was a three night adventure into the world of crimes and crime solving while being handcuffed to your date. Get a "feel" for what it was like in the two clips below.
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