District Funds Brookland Streetscape Project
At least $8.25 million–and up to $12 million–has been allocated by the District government for the Brookland Streetscape Project. The two-year project will begin immediately.

Last Call for Ellis Island Restaurant
Local restaurant loses its liquor license and faces foreclosure. The rapid unraveling of the restaurant began in September when the owners applied for an “entertainment endorsement” to turn Ellis Island into a nightclub.

Brentwood "Multicultural Center" Stalled
Ward 5 Councilmember Harry Thomas Jr. is not proceeding with plans to install temporary trailers to serve day laborers and Ward 5 residents on property near Home Depot.

Brookland Farmers Market Ends Season on Troubled Note
Six years after its creation, the Brookland Farmers Market is at a crossroads. Problems with the market came to a head in mid-October, just two weeks before the market was scheduled to end for the season.

How To Get Traffic Calming Measures on Your Street
More and more residents are seeking ways to slow the traffic that, like a tide, rips along their streets twice a day during the commute.

Woodridge Jazz Singer Launches CD Cover Design Contest
The winning design will be awarded $500 and will be featured as the cover of Changamiré’s upcoming CD, Love, to be released in 2008.

Dion Jacob: A Local Artist from Afar When you visit Dion Jacob’s studio, the first thing you notice is how busy he is. Stacks of canvases line the perimeter of the wall in various states of completion...

Michigan Park Resident Mary Sala Celebrates 100 Years and Counting It is not everyday that a neighbor turns 100. The life of Michiagan Park resident Mary Sala includes Italy, Ellis Island and Brooklyn.

Bocce's Special Night
Originating from ancient games played during the Roman Empire, Bocce was introduced to the United States by Italian migrants.For many Italian-Americans, Bocce is a vivid memory of the “old country.” Deeply rooted in Italian history, Bocce is a glimpse into a culture known as “The Glory That Was Rome”...