(WASHINGTON, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has accepted the District of Columbia’s declaration for assistance in the form of economic injury disaster loans following the advent of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), and DC businesses can start applying now. While the SBA directly administers this loan program, the […]
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COVID-19: An Important Message from the AFRO
By Frances Murphy (Toni) Draper Dear AFRO Subscribers and Supporters, Paraphrasing the opening words of Charles Dicken’s classic novel, The Tale of Two Cities, “it is the best of times, it is the worst of times; it is the age of wisdom, it is the age of foolishness; it is the epoch of belief, it […]
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National Cannabis Festival Moves 5th Year Celebration to September Amid COVID-19 Concerns
For Immediate Release: March 17, 2020 POSTPONED – National Cannabis Festival Moves 5th Year Celebration to September Amid COVID-19 Concerns The festival headlined by Method Man and Redman will now take place on September 19th at RFK Stadium. WASHINGTON, DC – In the wake of the COVID-19 global health crisis, the organizers of the National […]
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Local Minister/Rapper Offers Church Sermons Online
For Release 7:00 AM March 17, 2020 Online Every Day During Pandemic Coronavirus Pandemic Worldwide Leads to More Online Opportunities for Worship Washington, DC — March 17, 2020 — Starting March 15, 2020, one local minister has decided to offer short sermons online during the coronavirus pandemic as more and more people are secluded in […]
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NAACP: An Update About the Coronavirus and Our Communities
By the NAACP Thank you to everyone who tuned in to our Emergency Tele-Town Hall on the coronavirus and our community. More than 21,000 of you joined the call live, with another 4,500 tuning in online. Listen to a recording of the town hall here. It is evident that our people are craving reliable information […]
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McDaniel College On-Campus Events Update
In compliance with Governor Hogan’s mandate to limit the size of public gatherings, all on-campus events through the end of the Spring semester (mid-May) are now canceled. These cancellations include cultural events and performances, lectures, and large-format admissions and alumni events. Further information about Athletics will be distributed following decisions being made by the Centennial […]
Posted inCoronavirus, D.C. Community, District of Columbia Government, Mayor Muriel Bowser, NEWS, Washington D.C. News
DC Council Approves Emergency Legislation in Response to COVID-19
DC Council approves emergency legislation in response to COVID-19 The DC Council approved a wide-ranging emergency bill today that makes significant changes to expand eligibility for unemployment insurance, extend grants to small businesses, and greater temporary powers to the Mayor during this public health emergency. “I want to thank Council Chair Phil Mendelson and all of my […]
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Hogan Announces Updates to April Primaries, Measures to Slow Spread of Coronavirus
By WBALTV 11 News ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Gov. Larry Hogan made additional announcements Tuesday afternoon surrounding the spread of the coronavirus in Maryland and how it will affect the special election and primaries. The Coronavirus and Gov. Larry Hogan (Photo Courtesy/WBALTV 11 News) Hogan made the following decisions to help slow the spread of the […]
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Executive Order Closes Public Places, Restricts Prohibiting Essential Utilities To Residents
Courtesy of WBALTV 11 News ANNAPOLIS, Md. — An executive order announced Monday by Gov. Larry Hogan enacts major developments to prevent the spread of coronavirus across the state, including closing many public places and prohibiting canceling public services. At the advice of top doctors and senior leaders, Hogan announced the following: Social Distancing An […]
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COVID 19 – Family & Children’s Services Response
Family and Children’s Services (FCS) values the safety and health of our staff, clients and stakeholders. As such, under the guidance and advice of public health officials to practice social distancing to reduce the spread of COVID-19, effective close of business, Monday, March 16, 2020, FCS is taking multiple steps to minimize health risks for […]
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New Date for the Prince George’s County World of Possibilities Disabilities Expo-October 3
World of Possibilities Disabilities Expo has been postponed to October 3rd, 2020. October is Disability Awareness Month. Watch for an even Bigger and Better Expo!! All Free passes with the date of 4/18/2020 will still be honored. Incredible educational experience, great networking opportunity and FUN!! For individuals with disabilities and those who love and serve […]
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AFRO Facts – Lorraine Hansberry
By AFRO.COM / BE INSPIRED GLOBAL MEDIA Host Micha Green talks Lorraine Hansberry on this weeks AFRO FACTS.