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Aug 08, 2019

D.C. Pools Will Start Closing For The Season This Weekend

You know that summer is almost over when the pools start to close. 

Sep 11, 2017

Marie Reed Pool Reopens After More Than A Year-Long Closure

It closed last may for a major renovation project.

Aug 14, 2017

Man With A Swastika Tattoo Was Removed From A D.C. Pool

He allegedly called a lifeguard the n-word after being asked to leave.

Jun 23, 2017

WWII Memorial Pool Will Be Drained, But Not Because Of Duckling-Killing Parasites

The National Park Service is just replacing the lighting.

Aug 02, 2016

Another Ridehailing Service Comes To Town, And They’re Promising $2.15 Rides

It is called Via.

Jul 20, 2016

DPR Cancels Saturday’s Rec Day Amid Heat Concerns

They are extending hours at many public pools and spray parks instead.

Jul 18, 2016

DPR Is Keeping Spray Parks Open Later To Beat The Revolting Heat

The department of parks and rec has extended hours at some of its spray parks until July 29.

Jul 13, 2016

Casa Ruby Employees Say They Were Misgendered, Harassed By Staffers At Public Pool

DPR says that it was Casa Ruby youth doing the threatening, and called the police.

Mar 19, 2013

The Seventh Annual DCist Reader-Staff March Madness Pool

It’s that time of year again, so hurry and get those picks in for the annual DCist NCAA Readers-Staff March Madness pool. Good luck!

Feb 26, 2013

Petition Asks D.C. to Open Outdoor Pools Before Noon During Summer Months

A petition is asking D.C. to open its outdoor public pools at 10 a.m. instead of noon during the summer months.

 
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