Gentrification has four main aspects to it. First there is the culture and character of the gentrified community. Often enough, the community is changed architecturally with its structures, landscaping and standards of how the community should behave. Secondly, there are the demographics which consist of an increase in evictions of low-income families, increase in rent …
Without a question, Washington, DC has been known for some unfavorable reasons in the past, The Murder Capitol being one of them. Another name DC was popular for as well was Chocolate City. This name was established because no matter what part of DC you were in, the Black community was thick. From North West …
Howard University School of Divinity has been in the Ward 5 community for the past few years. Neighboring next to the Franciscan Monastery, they have been a pillar in the community for students that choose to pursue a devout career in religious studies and the pursuit of a church leader. They have led undergrad and …
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Radio stations are dispersed among Washington DC and the DMV. The station that was the most popular in Ward 5 was WOL 1450 am. Their first air date was 1928 and their format was \”Urban Talk\”. The station was Washington\’s top rated rhythm and blues music station during the 60\’s and 70\’s. Owned by Radio …
The Million Man March was held October 16, 1995. Orchestrated by the Minister Louis Farrakahn, he asked a million Black men to gather in support of atonement and solidarity. Many men travelled from different parts of the United States to support the cause of unity and revitalization of Black communities. During the march young men …
It\’s no question that our bodies need food to survive. We must nourish ourselves with the proper foods to give it the best opportunity to heal. Natural, fresh and organic foods have been and will always be an incredibly smart way to shop. Fortunately for us in Ward 5, we have a yes! Market that …
Horace & Dickie\’s has been a staple in Ward 5 for a long time. Approximately 25 years. Stationed along the H St Corridor, Horace and Dickie\’s has been a must visit for celebrities, visitors and DC natives. They are very well known for their fried fish, fried chicken and delicious sides. Often enough you can …
Charles Louise Brown, better known as Chuck Brown was from Gaston, North Carolina. He is considered the Godfather of Go-Go Music which is a Washington DC ORIGINAL. Singer and guitarist Chuck Brown performed in front of millions of people over his career. His most popular songs are \”It Don\’t Mean A Thing\” \”Run Joe\” \”I …
Samuel E. Wheatley is no doubt one of the cornerstone elementary schools in the Trinidad community. Residing on Neal St. in between Montello and Trinidad Avenue, Wheatley is the neighboring school for the southern residents of Trinidad. Extending from Oates St. to West Virginia Ave. to Florida Ave. to Bladensburg Rd, the kids in that …
Peering through the gate and watching the workers in hard hats as they work to construct one of the newest Condo ventures in the Ward 5 area. The Fort Totten neighborhood is undergoing two major building projects simultaneously. This venture is located at the entrance of Fort Totten Metro Station directly across for Backus, University …
