Military veterans took their solid foundation of service to the National Mall on Sunday afternoon, and helped build solid frames for homes to be donated.

Sunday - 06/02/2013, 05:14pm EDT

Tags: Habitat for Humanity, National Mall,

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Local agencies hang out with hackers for your benefit

Hackers are often seen as criminals, so the last thing one would expect to hear is that local agencies are working with them. But they did this weekend and they say it's for your benefit.

Sunday - 06/02/2013, 01:21pm EDT

Tags: Hack for Change, National Day of Civic Hacking, Greg Bloom, Code for DC, Mission Launch, Laurin Hodge,

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No Va. taxes on hurricane supplies this week

Virginia's tax-free holiday runs through May 31, making it the perfect time to stock up on emergency supplies before hurricane season officially starts on June 1.

Wednesday - 05/29/2013, 12:23pm EDT

Tags: hurricane, tax free, tax break, hurricane supplies, Dominion Power

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Memorial Day Parade a chance to engage with service members

The National Memorial Day Parade brings national attention to military service members and retired veterans. It's also a day for the country to engage with men and women who've served.

Monday - 05/27/2013, 05:43am EDT

Tags: memorial day, national memorial day parade

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Playground gets a Jerusalem-themed makeover

The playground at the Agudas Achim Congregation, in Alexandria, is 30 years old, but on Sunday morning it was unveiled to the community completely rebuilt with a new look.

Sunday - 05/26/2013, 04:46pm EDT

Tags: Agudas Achim, playground

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