A D.C. court just reignited the debate over high electric bills
Pepco has faced increasing scrutiny over expensive customer bills in recent months. A new ruling could have a lasting impact on how the utility calculates its rates.
Every Thursday, we independently curate a mix of weekend events happening around the city. Have an event you’d like us to consider for this roundup? Send it to our team at 51st.news/submit-events.
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a street fair or an artist’s workshop, kick off World Pride with a musical performance, or relish spring at a strawberry festival.
Check out a bonsai festival, tour Europe's embassies, and find out what an intraterrestrial is.
Lots of festivals — from film and music to chocolate and more.
Race pedal boats, unlock happiness, or take a guided walk in nature.
Nowruz, Holi, and women: despite everything, there’s still much to celebrate.
Meet fellow creatives, swap some recipes, or ready yourself for cherry blossoms.
See thousands of orchids, make your own candle, or sit down for a game of checkers.
Valentine's celebrations, a film fest, a free go-go concert, and more.
Valentine's Day celebrations are starting early around D.C. Plus, more Lunar New Year festivities, museum tours, art walks, and shows at Wolf Trap.
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