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Officials raise concerns about rare documents' environment in Lincoln Memorial Undercroft
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (491+ words) Some officials are worried that important documents aren’t being properly preserved in the Lincoln Memorial Undercroft. News4’s Jackie Bensen reports. A local D.C. reporter got a tip that rare copies of two of the nation’s most important documents were…...
You're Driving Over an Active Sewer in Washington, DC
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (50+ words) Before it was Constitution Avenue, this was part of Washington's canal system. It became a public health disaster—and still serves as a sewer today. Before it was Constitution Avenue, this was part of Washington's canal system. It became a…...
Workers treating algae in newly renovated Reflecting Pool with hydrogen peroxide and ‘nanobubbles’
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (185+ words) June 16, 2026, 6:20 PM The National Park Service is using hydrogen peroxide and “nanobubbles” to treat algae that’s been growing in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool since the water feature was refilled last week after a multimillion-dollar renovation. An spokeswoman for the…...
Indian American scientist works to keep 420 Fairfax parks healthy
4+ mon, 6+ day ago (307+ words) Torsha Bhattacharya is an Indian American scientist, nature lover and the director of stewardship for the Fairfax County Park Authority. Her job is to ensure the 420 Fairfax County parks remain healthy for future generations. She focuses every day on conserving…...
How to Celebrate Earth Day Around DC - Washingtonian
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (892+ words) Since 1970, Earth Day has been a special day to get outdoors, volunteer in the community, and learn about being more environmentally friendly. Here are 17 fun ways to commemorate April 22 this year. Free MARC Train Rides The Maryland Department of Transportation…...
Phase 1 of Tidal Basin seawall rehab completed
9+ mon, 1+ day ago (404+ words) For the past several years, there was a common sight along the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C. No, we're not talking about the cherry blossoms, or even the tourists and locals that gather annually to gawk at them — we're talking about…...
Sea wall rebuild at Tidal Basin almost finished, and Stumpy is still part of it
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (568+ words) LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: D.C.-area chefs, restaurants named finalists for James Beard Awards March 31, 2026, 5:53 PM If you’ve been down to the Tidal Basin lately, you may have noticed a lot has changed along the water. The National Park Service said the Tidal…...
DC region faces growing risk of water shortages as Potomac River hits near-record lows
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (469+ words) April 17, 2026, 2:22 PM The D.C. region is heading into summer with rivers at near-record low levels and a growing risk of water shortages, according to water supply experts and the latest drought data. The U.S. Drought Monitor, released Thursday, shows 31% of the region…...
Stumpy returns: How a hollowed out cherry tree is surviving through clones
5+ mon, 5+ day ago (387+ words) TRAFFIC ALERT: In Northwest DC, both sides of Canal Road closed between Whitehurst Freeway & Key Bridge due to crash April 8, 2026, 1:00 PM They are the sons of stumpy, or, better yet, clones of stumpy, and they are growing right now in…...
What national parks are near DC? Where to go for Earth Day
5+ mon, 6+ day ago (440+ words) The National Park Service is offering free entry to all of its sites on Earth Day, allowing visitors a chance to experience the majesty of the wilderness without paying an entrance fee. While many people think of Washington DC for…...