In early 1843, Samuel Morse had been given $30,000 to put his experiments in long-distance communication into practical use. His idea was to connect two cities in the United States with his wires, and allow messages to travel back and forth instantaneously. And what better pair than Washington D.C. and Baltimore? Separated by only some […]
I’m sure you are reading this on your phone while you are waiting for your flight/fruity drink/ferry to some car-free island. This town is empty and so are the calendars. Even the Nats are out of town this weekend! Here’s a few things that might interest you if you’re sticking around: Tonight: B I N G […]
By Liz Festa, THIH contributor and Capitol Hill Village volunteer Many of our older Hill-area neighbors have trod, sashayed or picked their way over cobblestone, rubble, marshes, dance floors and asphalt, but now their pace has slowed and their steps are harder won. Although they’ve taken so many steps, a senior living here would like […]
It’s no secret that gun violence hits Wards 7 and 8 hardest in our city, and that your District’s youth has been hit hard. Although we live with the constant reminder that DC can be a violent city, when we don’t put a name to the face of loss, it’s easy to live in denial. […]
Happy Tuesday! Whether you’re in town or catching up with us from your vacation retreat, we thank you so much for reading! Will you take a moment to share today’s post with a friend? Thank you in advance! A baby girl was born at the Barracks Row fire station yesterday. Congratulations and Bravo Zulu, everyone! […]