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Discover Hidden Gems in Washington, DC’s Ward 7 & Ward 8!

Discover Hidden Gems in Washington, DC’s Ward 7 & Ward 8!

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Sept 29 | Anacostia Coordinating Council Monthly Meeting
COMMUNITY MEETING
Sept 29 | Anacostia Coordinating Council Monthly Meeting
COMMUNITY MEETING

A delicious lunch is also provided! You can also watch online!

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COMMUNITY MEETING
Sept 29 | Celebrate Philip Pannell’s 76th Birthday and Community Impact
EVENTS
Sept 29 | Celebrate Philip Pannell’s 76th Birthday and Community Impact
EVENTS

The celebration will include a special panel discussion!

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EVENTS
MPD Weekly Crime Stats Update as of Sept 28, 2026
MPD
MPD Weekly Crime Stats Update as of Sept 28, 2026
MPD

Citywide, violent crime is up 9%.

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MPD
Clean Out Your Closet and Help Keep a Neighbor Warm This Winter
GIVEAWAY
Clean Out Your Closet and Help Keep a Neighbor Warm This Winter
GIVEAWAY

Collecting new and gently used winter clothing and cold-weather essentials.

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GIVEAWAY
Oct 2 | 1st Friday Night Open Mic Returns to Busboys and Poets Anacostia with DJ Art.is
EVENTS
Oct 2 | 1st Friday Night Open Mic Returns to Busboys and Poets Anacostia with DJ Art.is
EVENTS

A mix of professional spoken word artists, musicians and open mic newcomers.

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EVENTS
Oct 3 | Free Women's Self-Defense Workshop in Ward 7
FREE EVENT
Oct 3 | Free Women's Self-Defense Workshop in Ward 7
FREE EVENT

The event is free, but registration is required.

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FREE EVENT
Oct 24 | Martha’s Table to Distribute 3,000 Free Winter Coats
GIVEAWAY
Oct 24 | Martha’s Table to Distribute 3,000 Free Winter Coats
GIVEAWAY

Will distribute the coats in just three hours!

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GIVEAWAY
$91 Million Modernization of Harriet Tubman Elementary School in Ward 1
DEVELOPMENT
$91 Million Modernization of Harriet Tubman Elementary School in Ward 1
DEVELOPMENT

The original Harriet Tubman Elementary School was initially slated for a partial renovation but became a full renovation.

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DEVELOPMENT
Fatal Stabbing of Osmen Misael Garcia Bonilla, 34, in Northwest
MPD
Fatal Stabbing of Osmen Misael Garcia Bonilla, 34, in Northwest
MPD

The on-scene investigation determined the offense occurred in the 1300 block of Park Road, NW.

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MPD
Wanted | Four Persons of Interest in 14th Street NE Shooting
MPD
Wanted | Four Persons of Interest in 14th Street NE Shooting
MPD

The persons of interest were captured by surveillance cameras.

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MPD
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JOBS & INTERNSHIPS
The Phillips Collection seeks Director of Events
The Phillips Collection seeks Director of Events

Salary Range: $85,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

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Everyone Home DC seeks Lead Street Outreach Case Manager - $58k to $60k/year
Everyone Home DC seeks Lead Street Outreach Case Manager - $58k to $60k/year

Working hours are primarily a day-shift position but may require varied hours.

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Shatterproof seeks Digital Operations Specialist - 75k to $95k/year
Shatterproof seeks Digital Operations Specialist - 75k to $95k/year

This is a full-time, hybrid position!

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Now Hiring: Part-Time Facilities Manager Position Pays Up to $33/Hour
Now Hiring: Part-Time Facilities Manager Position Pays Up to $33/Hour

Health and Dental Insurance - employer pays 60% of monthly premiums.

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Street Sense Media seeks Deputy Editor - $52k to $58k/year
Street Sense Media seeks Deputy Editor - $52k to $58k/year

This position helps oversee the print and digital production and operations.

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Shatterproof seeks Digital Operations Specialist - 75k to $95k/year
Shatterproof seeks Digital Operations Specialist - 75k to $95k/year

This is a full-time, hybrid position!

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PGLAG National Seeks Strategic Communications/PR Consultant
PGLAG National Seeks Strategic Communications/PR Consultant
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Project Create Is Hiring for Multiple Arts Education Positions
Project Create Is Hiring for Multiple Arts Education Positions

Four full- and part-time openings across its Studio Programs and Community Partnership Programs.

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Project Create Is Hiring for Multiple Arts Education Positions
Project Create Is Hiring for Multiple Arts Education Positions

Four full- and part-time openings across its Studio Programs and Community Partnership Programs.

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Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts seeks Executive Director
Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts seeks Executive Director

This is a remote position but work must be performed in or near National Harbor, MD!

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Mamatoto Village seeks Director of Development
Mamatoto Village seeks Director of Development

Full time position, salary with $130,000 - $150,000/year.

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Sept 17 | Job Fair at the Anacostia Public Library
Sept 17 | Job Fair at the Anacostia Public Library

Registration is required. Don’t delay, register today!

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Job Alert | MPD seeks Program Manager (CJIS Compliance)
Job Alert | MPD seeks Program Manager (CJIS Compliance)

Salary $114,441.00 to $160,216.00

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Sept 17 | Job Fair at the Anacostia Public Library
Sept 17 | Job Fair at the Anacostia Public Library

Registration is required. Don’t delay, register today!

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HERA seeks Social Media Associate (Remote) - $65,000/year
HERA seeks Social Media Associate (Remote) - $65,000/year

Will collaborate closely with the Communications Director.

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KABOOM! seeks Sr. Administrative Coordinator - $27.58 to $29.93/hour
KABOOM! seeks Sr. Administrative Coordinator - $27.58 to $29.93/hour

403(b) retirement plan with up to 6% employer match!

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REAL ESTATE
For Sale | 1261 U Street, SE - $399,500
For Sale | 1261 U Street, SE - $399,500

Historic Anacostia porch-front charmer facing "Rosie's Row.”

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For Sale | 1328 30th Street, SE - $600,000
For Sale | 1328 30th Street, SE - $600,000

3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single family home in Hillcrest.

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Building For Sale | 15 Galveston Place, SW - $699,900
Building For Sale | 15 Galveston Place, SW - $699,900

Features Two - 5 bedroom, 2 Full Bathroom units.

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Short Sale | 4314 Wheeler Road SE - $370,800
Short Sale | 4314 Wheeler Road SE - $370,800

Updated 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home located in Congress Heights.

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Short Sale | 430 Orange Street, SE - $390,000
Short Sale | 430 Orange Street, SE - $390,000

List price was lowered by $10K.

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Coming Soon | 157 Wilmington Place, SE - $460,000
Coming Soon | 157 Wilmington Place, SE - $460,000

4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms!

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For Sale | 3511 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE - $745,000
For Sale | 3511 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE - $745,000

Four bedroom and two bathroom multi-level home!

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For Sale | 1841 Tubman Road SE - $449,000
For Sale | 1841 Tubman Road SE - $449,000
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For Sale | 3220 15th Place, SE - $469,900
For Sale | 3220 15th Place, SE - $469,900

2026 upgrades: HVAC, Windows and Window Treatments.

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For Sale | 1447 Bangor St SE - $345,000
For Sale | 1447 Bangor St SE - $345,000

Major price improvement on this fully-renovated home!

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EDITORIALS
Help Shape What’s Next for Congress Heights on the Rise
Help Shape What’s Next for Congress Heights on the Rise

The survey is short and will only take a few minutes!

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Help Shape What’s Next for Congress Heights on the Rise
Help Shape What’s Next for Congress Heights on the Rise

The survey is short and will only take a few minutes!

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Don’t Just Look for an Idea. Look for What’s Missing.
Don’t Just Look for an Idea. Look for What’s Missing.

What do people need that they aren’t getting?!

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The Same People Can’t Keep Doing Everything
The Same People Can’t Keep Doing Everything

Let’s give our community warriors their flowers!

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Want to Support Congress Heights on the Rise? Here’s How.
Want to Support Congress Heights on the Rise? Here’s How.

Every so often, a CHotR reader asks me a question that I’m always incredibly grateful to hear.

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Yesterday I Said It. Today I’m Asking You to Share It.
Yesterday I Said It. Today I’m Asking You to Share It.

I want yesterday’s editorial to sit. And I want people to sit with it.

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What Leaving East of the River Taught Me About DC - and Myself
What Leaving East of the River Taught Me About DC - and Myself

This may not be a happily ever after type of story.

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🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day, Ward 7 & Ward 8!
🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day, Ward 7 & Ward 8!

The holiday is about recognizing the contributions of working people!

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Another Quick CHotR Update 💚
Another Quick CHotR Update 💚

I missed you guys!

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Want to Support Congress Heights on the Rise? Here’s How.
Want to Support Congress Heights on the Rise? Here’s How.

Every so often, a CHotR reader asks me a question that I’m always incredibly grateful to hear.

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Want to Support Congress Heights on the Rise? Here’s How.
Want to Support Congress Heights on the Rise? Here’s How.

Every so often, a CHotR reader asks me a question that I’m always incredibly grateful to hear.

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Want to Support Congress Heights on the Rise? Here’s How.
Want to Support Congress Heights on the Rise? Here’s How.

Every so often, a CHotR reader asks me a question that I’m always incredibly grateful to hear.

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The Advoc8te Is Taking a Health Day: Go Play in the Archives
The Advoc8te Is Taking a Health Day: Go Play in the Archives

More than 18 years worth of content to keep you entertained!

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Your Man Is Not More Important Than Your Child
Your Man Is Not More Important Than Your Child

There are worse things than being single - like burying your child.

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When the Answer Isn't the Answer Part 2: The Long Road to a Diagnosis
When the Answer Isn't the Answer Part 2: The Long Road to a Diagnosis

So, if I don’t have Migraine with Brainstem Aura (MBA) what the hell do I have?!

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🌟 Get Your Message in Front of Ward 7 + 8 — Advertise with Congress Heights on the Rise
🌟 Get Your Message in Front of Ward 7 + 8 — Advertise with Congress Heights on the Rise

Reduced rates for Ward 7 & 8 nonprofits, small businesses and charter schools!

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🌟 Get Your Message in Front of Ward 7 + 8 — Advertise with Congress Heights on the Rise
🌟 Get Your Message in Front of Ward 7 + 8 — Advertise with Congress Heights on the Rise

Reduced rates for Ward 7 & 8 nonprofits, small businesses and charter schools!

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Teddy, Unit 204, and the Beginning of Everything
Teddy, Unit 204, and the Beginning of Everything

My former condo unit in Congress Heights is for sale and it has me thinking.

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Oops... I Did It Again. 🤦🏾‍♀️
Oops... I Did It Again. 🤦🏾‍♀️

Guess who is getting new wallpaper!

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Don't Be An Ass: When Your Body Tells You Something Is Wrong, Listen
Don't Be An Ass: When Your Body Tells You Something Is Wrong, Listen

An important and honest discussion about my medical emergency.

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