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Guest List: 5 People We’d Love to Hang Out With This March A monthly roundup of people we’d like to have over for drinks, food, and conversation.

From a viral museum curator to a debut novelist, here are five people we’d like to have over for drinks, food, and conversation this month.

06.03.2026 15:19 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Noem Sent Home, Top DC Cop Placed on Leave Over Text Messages, Trump’s War in Iran Continues - Washingtonian Good morning. Mostly cloudy with a high around 54 and a chance of showers after 1 PM. A low near 44 overnight. Sports this weekend: The Capitals visit Boston Saturday. DC United will play Inter Miami...

Good morning, on Friday’s Washingtonian Today:

- Noem sent home
- Top DC cop placed on leave over text messages
- Trump’s war in Iran continues

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06.03.2026 12:40 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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7 Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month in the DC Area Enjoy a food festival, join an author talk, or run a 5k to celebrate women this month.

Throughout March, you can honor the achievements and contributions of women in food, art, history, music, and more at a book talk, dance party, special dinner, and other great activities.

05.03.2026 22:03 👍 6 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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The Washington Capitals Are Once Again Wearing Cherry Blossom-Themed Gear - Washingtonian Spring is almost back, and so are the Washington Capitals' special cherry blossom-themed jerseys. This year’s version, revealed today, will be worn by the team during arrivals to their home game…

Spring is almost back, and so are the Washington Capitals’ special cherry blossom-themed jerseys. This year, they'll be worn by the team during arrivals to their home game against the Ottawa Senators on March 18.

05.03.2026 20:07 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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The Taco Bell 50K Is Back, for Some Reason - Washingtonian This fast food ultramarathon is a hit. You can run it in November.

The Taco Bell 50K—a novelty ultramarathon whose participants run 31.07 miles while eating at least nine Taco Bell menu items—will be back in 2026.

05.03.2026 18:32 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Why Republicans Are Jumping Into DC’s Speed-Camera Debate The unpopular but effective cams could be banned.

Recently, DC’s speed cameras have been facing an unexpected new foe: Republicans in the federal government. What had always been a local debate has now spilled over into national politics.

05.03.2026 17:44 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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DC Cherry Blossom Peak Bloom Is Predicted for March 29-April 1 Plus: Details about the 2026 National Cherry Blossom Festival.

The cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin are predicted to reach peak bloom this year from March 29 to April 1, the National Park Service announced at a press conference today.

05.03.2026 16:48 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Will the Pentagon 9/11 Memorial Finally Get an Education Center? There’s a big push to break ground this September.

For the 25th anniversary of 9/11, the nonprofit that stewards the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial hopes finally to launch a long-planned Visitor Education Center to enhance the project.

05.03.2026 14:41 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Senate OKs Trump’s War in Iran, Kristi Noem Dodges Questions About Relationship With Top Aide, and We’re About to Get a Peak Bloom Prediction - Washingtonian Good morning. It's foggy this morning, with showers possible before 11, then cloudy with a high around 64 and scattered showers possible after 4 PM. Rain likely overnight, with a low near 46. The Wizards...

Good morning, on Thursday’s Washingtonian Today:

- Senate OKs Trump’s war in Iran
- Kristi Noem dodges questions about relationship with top aide
- We’re about to get a peak bloom prediction

washingtonian.com/2026/03/05/s...

05.03.2026 12:51 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Where to Watch 2026 Oscar Nominees Around DC Plus: How to celebrate the movies off-screen.

Catch up on this year's Oscar nominees with screenings happening around DC:

04.03.2026 21:43 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Journalist Dorothy Butler Gilliam Donates $10,000 to Laid-Off Washington Post Reporters - Washingtonian When retired journalist Dorothy Butler Gilliam heard about the mass layoffs at the Washington Post in early February, the news stunned her. The Post hired Gilliam in 1961 as its first Black woman…

“It made me very sad, even upset, because I know many people read the Post and depend on the Post, and this certainly is one of those times when we need some balance in the information that’s available."

04.03.2026 19:51 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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It’s Lookalike Contest Weekend in Washington - Washingtonian This town is searching for clones, from the stars of "Heated Rivalry" to JFK Jr. and the Lorax.

What do closeted hockey players, a former first son, and a Dr. Seuss character have in common? More than you might think–all are subjects of doppelgänger competitions in DC this weekend.

04.03.2026 18:05 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Sorry, DC’s Mosquitos Probably Survived the Snowcrete - Washingtonian After a harsh winter in DC, the forecast is finally showing warmer days on the horizon. But balmy weather brings its own nuisances—namely, mosquitos. Is there any chance the brutal freezing streak…

The forecast is finally showing warmer days this week. But balmy weather brings its own nuisances—namely, mosquitos.

04.03.2026 16:23 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1
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Affordable Dining Spots From Our 100 Very Best Restaurants List A&J Restaurant location_on Annandale and Rockville language Website This Northern Chinese dim sum standby has been turning out pan-fried pork dumplings and springy dan-dan noodles on Rockville Pike…

At these restaurants, you can eat lavishly without breaking the bank. Here's some affordable dining options from our 100 Very Best Restaurants list.

04.03.2026 15:08 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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US Struggles to Help Americans Stranded by Trump’s War, January 6 Rioter Arrested for Touching Womens’ Hair on Metro, Peak Bloom May Be Later This Year - Washingtonian Good morning. Cloudy today with a high around 54 and rain showers likely after 2 PM. A low near 46 overnight, with fog and more rain likely. You can find me on Bluesky, I’m @abeaujon.87 on Signal, and...

Good morning, on Wednesday’s Washingtonian Today:

- US struggles to help Americans stranded by Trump’s war
- January 6 rioter arrested for touching womens’ hair on Metro
- Peak bloom may be later this year

washingtonian.com/2026/03/04/s...

04.03.2026 12:56 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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March Is the Worst Month - Washingtonian This morning, I walked my dog through a cold rain and looked in despair at yesterday’s snow. The clouds were a smothering gray. There was not even a stirring of spring. This was confusing to me…

March giveth, and March taketh away. That’s why it’s the worst month of the year.

03.03.2026 22:49 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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It’s Lookalike Contest Weekend in Washington - Washingtonian This town is searching for clones, from the stars of "Heated Rivalry" to JFK Jr. and the Lorax.

Doppelgängers, assemble! Do you resemble a hockey heartthrob, JFK Jr., or the Lorax? DC is hosting lookalike contests this weekend across the city.

03.03.2026 21:20 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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47 Things to Do in the DC Area This March Party at art museums, see Lady Gaga live, and more.

March in DC means cherry blossoms, concerts, culture, and nonstop fun. Here are the best things to do around the city this month.

03.03.2026 19:34 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Continuing Chaos at DC’s Only Psychiatric Hospital Former workers at the Psychiatric Institute of Washington are making disturbing new allegations about violence and misconduct at the facility.

New allegations raise fresh concerns at DC’s Psychiatric Institute of Washington. Former staff cite violence, staffing shortages, and leadership failures. PIW disputes the claims.

03.03.2026 17:05 👍 0 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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13 Great Italian Spots From Our 100 Very Best Restaurants List - Washingtonian Best Italian restaurants in DC and Maryland for great pizza and pasta.

Deck-oven pizza, 40-layer lasagna, rigatoni with sausage, and Negronis to match. Check out these Italian restaurants that made our 100 Very Best list this year.

03.03.2026 15:09 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Trump’s War on Law Firms Fizzles Out; His War in Iran, However, Is Still Going; DC Lifts Potomac Water Advisory - Washingtonian Good morning. Some area school systems will open on a two-hour delay this morning due to icy roads, mostly north and west of DC. We'll all experience a rainy day with a high around 46. The rain will continue...

Good morning, on Tuesday’s Washingtonian Today:

- Trump’s war on law firms fizzles out
- His war in Iran, however, is still going
- DC lifts Potomac water advisory

washingtonian.com/2026/03/03/t...

03.03.2026 12:53 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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The Athletic Just Hired Six Former Post Sports Journalists. What Does That Mean for DC Sports Coverage? - Washingtonian For area sports fans, the Washington Post’s deep staff cuts in early February were especially painful. The paper eliminated its entire sports section, erasing a department that not only birthed…

The Athletic recently announced the hiring of six former Post sports journalists, with the website’s executive editor Steven Ginsberg stating in a public note that the moves were intended to “provide fans in Washington with unparalleled coverage of the teams and sports they love.”

02.03.2026 23:36 👍 10 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Journalist Dorothy Butler Gilliam Donates $10,000 to Laid-Off Washington Post Reporters - Washingtonian When retired journalist Dorothy Butler Gilliam heard about the mass layoffs at the Washington Post in early February, the news stunned her. The Post hired Gilliam in 1961 as its first Black woman…

Dorothy Butler Gilliam, the first Black woman reporter hired at The Washington Post, donated $10,000 to recently laid-off guild members at the newspaper.

02.03.2026 22:31 👍 12 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 1
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27 Things to Do in the DC Area This Week and Weekend Snag a ticket to NMWA's after-hours party, run the Herstory 5K, and see the Ratboys live.

Happy Monday, DC! Washington National Opera's "Treemonisha," Herstory 5K, and Ratboys concert are all exciting things to do in the area this week.

02.03.2026 21:03 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Neighborhood Guide: Where to Eat, Shop, and Play in Silver Spring Explore old favorites and discover new hot spots at this popular Maryland suburb.

If you find yourself in Silver Spring, Maryland, here's your guide on where to eat, shop, and things to do in the area:

02.03.2026 19:44 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Nothing Is More Than $30 at This New DC Italian Restaurant Ulivo opens in Park View from a first-time restaurateur.

A first-time restauranteur has opened Ulivo: a casual, candle-lit Italian spot in Park View where nothing on the menu costs more than $30.

02.03.2026 18:39 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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José Andrés Will Replace The Bazaar at the Waldorf Astoria With a Steakhouse Bazaar Meat will bring large-format cuts and other theatrical dishes to the Old Post Office Building.

The Bazaar by José Andrés will close its location in the Waldorf Astoria on March 11, with José Andrés Group opening theatrical steakhouse Bazaar Meat in its place later this month.

02.03.2026 17:07 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Sorry, DC’s Mosquitos Probably Survived the Snowcrete - Washingtonian After a harsh winter in DC, the forecast is finally showing warmer days on the horizon. But balmy weather brings its own nuisances—namely, mosquitos. Is there any chance the brutal freezing streak…

Unfortunately, when it’s time to store your coat, you’ll want to pull out the insect repellent. DC's mosquitos probably survived the snowcrete.

02.03.2026 16:03 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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A Cafe With Office Amenities and Live Music Nights Opens in DC Three Whistles expands to Brightwood as a gathering place for work and play.

Three Whistles, a “third place” where people can gather to eat and drink, work, and participate in cultural activities like music and art, debuted a new flagship location last week in Brightwood.

02.03.2026 14:35 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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War in Iran Widens, Department of Education Hangs Banner Saluting Charlie Kirk, and Administration May Sell Part of the National Mall - Washingtonian Good morning. We'll likely get some more snow this afternoon, but it shouldn't stick around long. A high around 37 today. The snow will turn into a wet, wintry mix tonight, with a low near 32. The Wizards...

Good morning, on Monday’s Washingtonian Today:

- War in Iran widens
- Department of Education hangs banner saluting Charlie Kirk
- Administration may sell part of the National Mall

washingtonian.com/2026/03/02/i...

02.03.2026 12:51 👍 3 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 1