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COVID-19 vaccination efforts continue at Smithsonian National Zoo | It's A DC Thing

All seven orangutans, one western lowland gorilla, one white-eared titi monkey and two emperor tamarins received shots.
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Alexandria city leaders vote to permanently close part of King Street to drivers

The “streetery” along King Street in Old Town, Alexandria isn’t going away anytime soon.

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Alexandria family shares story of loss as they push for safer streets for pedestrians

October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, and activists are advocating for leaders to shift focus away from car convenience in safety initiatives.
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You can try the candy from 'Squid Game' at this Virginia bakery

Get a taste of dalgona candy without the fear of death by pink-jumpsuited goons.
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DC's legendary High Heel Race will take over 17th Street NW again | It's A DC Thing

After a COVID cancellation in 2020, the long-running tradition is back for its 34th year.