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Have a Seat? DC One Row Closer to House Seat and Vote
An argument has been a brewin' for some time in Washington, DC, over the rights of its 600,000 residents. They have a delegate in Congress, but she can't vote. Why?
DC Sniper's Ex-Wife Says Those Bullets Were Meant For Her
On October 23, 2002, Mildred Muhammad was visited at her Maryland home by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives agents. They'd come to inform her that her ex-husband, John, had begun shooting people around her. "You are the target," they told her ominously.
Giveaway of the Week! Dyson Pink DC07
If you didn't win any of our fabulous method giveaways, don't worry: Thanks to our gracious friends at Dyson, we have another giveaway this week that will help keep your house spic and span.
This time, we're offering a limited-edition Dyson Pink DC07 (retail value $399) created exclusively for Target. Dyson recently re-released this version of its super-slick vacuum in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is coming up in October.
Non Voyage: A Capital Celebration Where You Need DC to Be
If the new administration has your family dreaming of our nation's historic roots, a trip to Washington DC is sure to inspire the next generation of public servants. We continue our week of big-city non voyages in the nation's capital with activities and food that will help families recreate the DC experience without breaking their wallets.
- The National Mall is lined with some of the best museums in the world, and one of the most popular is the National Air and Space Museum. Teach your budding astronauts about the history of manned space flight and then have them create their own rocket ship that will transport them to the moon. Rockets can be built out of blocks, cardboard or with any scraps you have lying around.
- The International Spy Museum is one of the most unique places to visit in DC, where children and adults alike can learn about the CIA and FBI's covert operations and the techniques used to keep the nation from harm. Recreate the experience with a backyard scavenger hunt where lil ones can search for hidden treasures and practice their detective skills. Don't forget the trench coats and magnifying glasses to make them feel official.
- Even in the age of email, everybody still loves to get mail and the National Postal Museum shows kids how their letters get delivered. Visit your local post office and have the kids pick out their own stamps and mail letters to their family and friends. See if the postal workers will allow your tots to view the sorting machines in the back too.
- It's hard to imagine what life was like before cars, computers and modern conveniences, but Mount Vernon, George and Martha Washington's home, does just that.
Check This: Residents in DC Are Taxed and Ignored
Six hundred thousand American citizens living in Washington DC have no representation in Congress, not a vote in the Senate or the House of Representatives. Nevertheless, Congress has exclusive legislative authority over DC. Among other things, Congress reviews and modifies DC's local budget, and can annul any law it does not agree with it.
Washington DC Named Fittest City
While running for president, Barack Obama's commitment to working out daily made headlines. Looks like his influence is rubbing off since our nation's capital was named fittest city.
Not usually thought of a health-conscious place, Washington DC, took the top ranking by the American College of Sports Medicine in their second annual American Fitness Index (AFI).
Washington, DC Submits Designs For New Quarter
Yesterday, the mayor of Washington, submitted three proposals to the US Mint for its new quarter to be released in 2009. All three quarter designs would include DC's motto: "Taxation Without Representation" to reflect DC's lack of congressional voting rights. In fact, today marks the anniversary of DC officially coming under direct legislative control of the US Congress in 1801.
Casa Beta: Dyson DC24
The nice people over at Dyson recently gave me the exclusive opportunity to test out their new Dyson DC24 vacuum ($399.99). As a disclaimer, I've never enjoyed vacuuming, and try to pawn off the responsibility whenever possible. But, after a few sessions with the Dyson DC24, I was singing in the rain.
AC/DC LIVE: Rock Band Track Pack Is on Its Way!
You'd never guess it, but I love a good head-banging song; you know, something like "Back in Black" by AC/DC would definitely do the trick. Well this November, I'll really get to rock out since the AC/DC LIVE: Rock Band Track Pack video game will be hitting store shelves. The game is playable with any compatible music instrument controller, and players who have Rock Band can import their tracks into this game.
Bicycle Built For More Than Two: SmartBike Hits DC
Washington DC is strapping on a helmet and gearing up to offer a bike sharing program hailed as one solution in the battle against urban traffic congestion and the growing stress on the transit system. Starting as early as next month, citizens in the nation’s capital can join SmartBike DC and rent one of one hundred and twenty shared bikes for the low price of forty dollars a month.
The bikes will be available from ten locations citywide, and members will be able to swipe a card and release a bike to ride for up to three hours.
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