Community Connections
Cocktails, community, and connection in Ward 7
What we heard from residents during our happy hour takeover at The Strand.
How we're making space for D.C. natives in local media
Dwayne Lawson-Brown has been learning about longtime residents’ information needs — and, in the process, about their own relationship with local news.
Connecting with the community, one scoop at a time
51st team members celebrated the end of summer with ice cream at the Benning Road library.
What do you love about the District? We asked, you answered
Plus, what would you do if you were mayor?
Introducing our new Community Connector for D.C. Natives
Dwayne Lawson-Brown is a poet, playwright, and fiber artist who wants to amplify the voices of native Washingtonians.
Ward 7 residents weigh in on the Commanders stadium deal
"Exciting," "a monumental waste of money," and more thoughts from those closest to the stadium.
Amplifying Ward 7 voices — RFK and beyond
One of the most powerful things about local journalism is that it’s a two-way street. This spring, we’re excited to connect with Ward 7 residents in new and faithful ways.
An update from our Ward 7 Community Connector
While we have a snapshot of what residents want from local news, we have so much more to learn.
We’re launching a Community Connectors program. First up, Ward 7
George Kevin Jordan is joining The 51st team to connect with Ward 7 residents in meaningful ways.
What people want from local news in DC: Early feedback in Congress Heights, Petworth, and Dupont
After connecting with our neighbors in person. A lot of people gave us their time. So we wanted to return the favor and reflect back what we heard.
What's in a name? D.C. local news done differently
After WAMU shuttered DCist.com, six alumni announce a new local newsroom laser-focused on building meaningful relationships with our readers.