Mamie “Peanut” Johnson is one of only three female players to ever play in the Negro League. Shown here, Johnson being honored on Jackie Robinson Day, April 15, 2014.
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D.C. residents complain of poor service on WMATA Metro routes
The D.C. Circulator Bus service has been discontinued after 19 years of service due to low ridership following the pandemic, but residents are still facing issues with Metro’s service amid freezing winter temperatures.
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DOT announces reopening of D.C. bridge after 2021 collapse
The District Department of Transportation has re-opened the Lane Place Pedestrian Bridge in Ward 7, which had been closed since a truck crashed into it in 2021, using $17 million in federal emergency funds to replace the bridge and ensure safe transportation options for all residents.
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New pedestrian bridge now open in Ward 7
The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) and Mayor Muriel Bowser celebrated the grand opening of the new Douglas Street Pedestrian Bridge, which is expected to connect thousands of residents annually and improve pedestrian safety and community connectivity in Ward 7.