For several weekends I covered every ward in Washington D.C. passing out flyers to promote the DC Voice’s Summer Essay Contest–from churches to libraries, and even strangers on the street. I would even have given one to the National Guard … if I could find one. So, my question is, if they took over D.C., […]
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The DC Voice is thrilled to announce a major milestone in our journey: for the first time in our 14-year history, we have been officially approved as a media member for DC Fashion Week! This exciting development marks a new chapter for our publication and underscores our commitment to elevating the stories, voices, and creativity
Recently, I posted an article that announced September is Healthy Aging Month. In this post, I want to specifically address the men and discuss the importance of male health. MEN! September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Men tend to avoid going to the doctor. A new survey highlights the negative attitude many men have about seeking
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This year, I turned 65. Oh, my goodness! I am now a senior citizen! Don’t get me wrong, I’m grateful. However, being as healthy as I could be flooded my thoughts. I have some medical issues that are stable, but I am concerned about my quality of life as time goes on. As a Black
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The Thunderbirds were the feature attraction at the Joint Base Andrews Air Show this weekend. The photos here are just a glimpse of the aerial acrobatics they and other aviators performed. Truly a treat for all ages.
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I was in Ward 8 this Saturday when this mural jumped off the wall at me. We’ll pursue the meaning and the artist in a future post but I felt compelled to share this image based on the impact it had on me. If a picture is worth a thousand words, this mural embodies the
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Reporting by Joey Garrison and Zachary Schermele, USA TODAY Network WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump’s 30-day public emergency declaration in Washington is set to expire after Sept. 10, ending the federal takeover of the city’s police department but not the presence of the military in the nation’s capital. Trump’s deployment of thousands of National Guard
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Originally posted Jun 30, 2020 Any shopper knows that the beginning of spring means the premiere of new styles. Gone are the frumpy monotone sweaters and jeans. In with the lightweight fabrics and beautiful prints. Spring/Summer is hands down my favorite season to shop because the possibilities are endless. It is so easy to mix
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The DC Voice is excited to announce the return of Undie-Fined Moments! Over the next few weeks, we will be re-posting a number of the articles that adorned this website in anticipation of Undie-fined Moments return to The DC Voice. Welcome back! Originally posted – September 3, 2020 Recently, a tweet went viral that read
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Reporting by Deborah Barfield Berry, USA TODAY Network MASSANGANO, Angola – As the sun beat down on us, we slowly walked down the dirt path, stirring up red dust as we headed toward the centuries-old fort atop a hill here. The chatter hushed. The 21 of us understood the gravity of the moment. We dreaded
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