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A Runner’s Guide To Washington, D.C. Oct 27, 2022

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With the Marine Corps Marathon this weekend, we got to thinking: What makes D.C. different from all other cities when it comes to running? Washington Post wellness reporter Kelyn Soong is here to tell us why, as well as some of his tips and tricks to get out there and start pounding the pavement.

Also, new neighborhood library hours are:

Monday - Wednesday: 10 a.m. — 9 p.m.

Thursday: 1 p.m. — 9 p.m.

Friday - Saturday: 10 a.m. — 6 p.m.

Sunday: 1 p.m. — 5 p.m.

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And we're working out our election coverage for next week. Send us your questions in a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

D.C. Is Reforming Its 121-Year-Old Criminal Code Oct 26, 2022

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DC Council is about to rewrite the city’s ancient criminal code. And that’s just one of the many big projects they’re working on right now. To help us get the lay of the land, Ward 6 Councilmember and head of the judiciary committee Charles Allen joins the show.

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And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your D.C.-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

What David Krucoff Wants For Ward 3 Oct 25, 2022

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We’re putting a microscope on the Ward 3 council member race. After nabbing an endorsement from the Washington Post, David Krucoff, the Republican candidate for Ward 3, joins us and tells what he would bring to the D.C. Council. For more information, you can check out his website here.

You can hear what his opponent, Matt Frumin, has to say on his episode with us.

Need to check your voter status too? For D.C. residents, head to this site to see if you’re good to go.

Arlington business owners, here are more details on the tax changes for next year.

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And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

D.C. Has Its Very Own “Onion” Oct 24, 2022

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D.C’s satirical website “The Cherry Swamp" is bursting with gut-busting headlines. Think “The Onion,” but specifically for D.C. One of the publication’s founders, Erick Acuña, tells us how D.C. is tailor-made for this type of satire.

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And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

MoCo’s Planning Board Troubles, Dan Snyder Drama, and an Ambitious Park Plan Oct 21, 2022

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Montgomery County’s Planning Board quit last week in a huge, dramatic shake-up, and it’s Dan Reed, from Greater Greater Washington, is here to tell us what’s next there. Plus, Dan, Priyanka, and Mike break down the latest Dan Snyder drama, and look through the final designs for D.C.’s most ambitious urban park plan in years.

Our Friday roundup is fueled by some great local journalism:

Check out the final designs for the 11th Street Bridge park
Dan Reed’s piece about the MoCo Planning Board shake-up
And here’s the latest Commanders drama
And for good measure, Sally Jenkin’s scathing takedown of Dan Snyder

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At Markoff's Haunted Forest, Someone Is Always Watching Oct 20, 2022

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It's spooky season, and our team went on a field trip to Markoff's Haunted Forest. Which we've learned is actually haunted? Paul Brubacher is head of operations for the haunt. He prepared us, and scared us some more, while telling us about the origins of the forest.

You can sign up to visit the forest here.

For more D.C. news, sign up for our sister newsletter Hey DC, which also publishes every morning.

And leave us a voicemail with your D.C.-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations and we may make you podcast-famous!

What Makes For An Iconic D.C. Jersey? Oct 19, 2022

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With both the Washington Wizards and the Washington Capitals debuting new throwback jerseys this season, it got us thinking about what makes those jerseys special. Mike Callow joins us to explain what makes a retro uniform truly iconic.

Also, check the Mental Health In America Report here.

Need to charge your electric vehicle? We've got you covered.

Dig the show? We wanna hear from you! Send us an email at dc@citycast.fm.

We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc.

And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654

Matt Frumin's Vision for Ward 3 Oct 18, 2022

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Election season is here! To kick off our coverage, we sat down with Matt Frumin, the democratic candidate for Ward 3 council member, and he tells about his platform and what he could bring to the D.C. Council.

For more information, you can check out his website here.

Need to check your voter status too? For D.C. residents, head to this site to see if you’re good to go.

Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc.

And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

The Secret History Of Gay Washington Oct 17, 2022

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The D.C. History Center just unveiled a new exhibit to celebrate LGBT History Month. But D.C’s queer community hasn’t always felt welcome here. Gay federal employees were forced to stay in the closet as recently as the 1990s. Author Jamie Kirchick is here to share history he uncovered for his book —Secret City: The Hidden History of Gay Washington.

Also, find your closest ballot drop box here.

D.C. Public Safety Scandals, Plus Some Local Fall Adventure Oct 14, 2022

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In today’s news roundup, we’re joined by DCist’s Jenny Gathright to discuss the history of the D.C. Jail uprising and the jail’s current conditions, Michael Fanone’s new book, and where you can scratch that itch for fall activities around the area.

As always, our Friday episode is fueled by some great local journalism:

- Jenny Gathright’s piece about the D.C. Jail uprising and current conditions

- Michael’s interview with Michael Fanone

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