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Jan 15, 2024

D.C. Region Seeing First Measurable Snow In Two Years

Two to four inches of snow are expected to fall into Tuesday morning, marking the first time in exactly two years that the D.C. area is expected to get an inch or more of snow.

Oct 17, 2022

The Ice Rink At The National Gallery Of Art Sculpture Garden Reopens Next Month

It hasn’t even reached peak fall foliage for much of the region yet, and we are already thinking about hitting the ice rink.

Dec 02, 2020

D.C.-Area COVID-19 Testing Is ‘Winterizing’ And Moving Indoors

As temperatures dip and COVID-19 testing demand remains high, local officials are finding ways to keep outdoor testing sites running through the winter.

Nov 18, 2020

More Hot Drinks, Fewer Brunch Dishes, And Other Ways Winterizing Might Affect D.C. Menus

What should you expect?

Nov 13, 2020

D.C. Is Repurposing A Recreation Center As A Hypothermia Shelter, But Some Are Worried About Overcrowding

The Department of General Services told the Advisory Neighborhood Commission 6A of their intention to use the Sherwood Recreation Center, specifically the basketball court, as a shelter.

Sep 21, 2020

D.C. Will Offer $6,000 Grants To Help Restaurants Prepare Outdoor Dining Areas For Winter

The $4 million investment will go towards tents, heaters, lighting, and marketing costs.

Dec 04, 2019

With The Building Museum Closed This Winter, What The Hell Do We Do With Our Kids?

Here are some ideas.

Feb 12, 2019

D.C.’s Winter Sport Craze Is … A Life-Sized Version Of Hungry Hungry Hippos?

“Hippos” slide on their bellies to the center of the ice and feast on multicolored balls—and believe it or not, there’s a strategy to it.

Jan 29, 2019

The Federal Government Is Sending Workers Home Two Hours Early Today

Rain will turn slushy and snowy around 3 p.m.; a total snowfall of one to two inches is expected in the District tonight.

Jan 28, 2019

Snow And Single-Digit Wind Chills Await This Week

There are some No Good, Very Cold Days in our immediate future

 
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