Saturday, October 11, 2008
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June 11, 2008 - The House has given tentative approval to a $1.5 billion funding package for Metro. Metro is poised to reap the benefits of the huge infusion of cash , provided Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia also kick in with dedicated funding. Supporters of Metro have long said the federal government should play a role in maintaining and improving it because of its location in the capital. House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland says the amendment would authorize $1.5 billion for the system over 10 years, In the Senate, Oklahoma Republican Tom Coburn is blocking a bill on Metro funding. He says taxpayers from other parts of the country shouldn`t have to pay for transit in Washington
Meymo Lyons has details...
June 11, 2008 - DC police say their checkpoints in a Northeast neighborhood are working. But several community are decrying the moves, saying the checkpoints are contributing to a burgeoning "police state" in the city.
Matt Bush reports...
June 11, 2008 - (June 5-Aug 7) ROCK AT THE ROW The Rock at the Row Summer Concert Series hits the stage at Pentagon Row Plaza(http://www.pentagonrow.com) every Thursday through August 5th from 7:00 to 9:00. Enjoy live music while sampling food and other goodies from local merchants.
Next up on Rock at the Row: June 12th - Scott Harlan June 19th - Dan Haas Band June 26th - Brothers Shamus July 3rd - King Cadillac July 10th - Gonzo's Nose July 17th - Shane Hines July 24th - The Reflex July 31st - Fools and Horses August 7th - Jokers Wild
(June 11-July 6) THE MOUSETRAP Murder stalks the Olney Theater Center in Agatha Christie's "The Mousetrap" (http://www.olneytheatre.org/ticketsprogramming/season2008.asp), opening Wednesday and baffling audiences through July 6th. Once a staple in Olney's theater season, summer mysteries finally return after a 25-year hiatus. Whether you've seen it a dozen times, or not even once, The Mousetrap is a Dame Christie classic.
(June 14 - August 16) The Lion and the Mouse Another mouse-themed play romps at Classika Theater(http://www.classika.org) in Arlington with "The Lion and the Mouse"(http://www.arlingtonarts.org/event_calendar/default.asp), opening Saturday and running through August 16. In this traditional African tale, a mighty lion is saved by one of nature's tiniest critters and must repay his debt while retaining his stature. A perfect event for the kids, Classika Theatre's unique movement, dance and music makes this a winner for adults as well.
(June 11) MINE Filmmaker Erin Essenmacher hosts a screening and fundraiser for "MINE"(http://www.minethemovie.com) at Aroma, Wednesday night at 6:30. This moving documentary recounts the continuing "custody battles" between those who adopted animals rescued during Hurricane Katrina and the pets' original owners. "MINE" explores the unique bond between humans and animals, set against the backdrop of one of the worst natural disasters in American history. Proceeds go towards the completion of the film and to fund animal rescue groups nationwide.
Agatha Christie's classic crime story returns to Olney Theatre Center in Maryland.
courtesy of: Olney Theatre Center
June 11, 2008 - The Virginia Court of Appeals has upheld a state law against soliciting a minor for sex over the Internet. Dean Robert Podracky was convicted of breaking the law. He appealed, saying it infringed on his right of free speech. His argument leaned heavily on a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down a federal law against sending indecent messages to minors. But the Virginia appeals court said Podracky didn`t just spread obscenity. It said since he solicited a minor to commit a crime, his communication clearly was not protected by the First Amendment.
Matt McCleskey has more...
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June 11, 2008 - Maryland's red fruit are not part of a national scare over tomatoes with salmonella. The state Department of Agriculture says Maryland-grown tomatoes are not part of the multi-state salmonella outbreak that has made nearly 200 people sick. As restaurants and grocery stores yank tomato products from their shelves, authorities say consumers who don't know where their tomatoes have come from should contact the place where they were bought before eating.
Stephanie Kay reports...
June 11, 2008 - Next years Montgomery County Schools budget is $82 million more than this years, but that still leaves the school board $45 million short of what it asked for. That means 66 jobs will have to be cut. Fifty-four of them are in the county`s central office, and 12 are in schools. In addition,182 vacant positions will not be filled. Some expansions will have to be delayed as well.
Rebecca Blatt reports...
June 11, 2008 - The relationship between religion and public education is being questioned at a school in Frederick, Maryland.
Rebecca Blatt has more...
June 11, 2008 - Maryland's 99 democratic delegates are coming together to push for the election of presumptive presidential nominee Barack Obama. The delegates met at Governor Martin O'Malley's home to organize for the Democratic National Convention. They elected two delegation co-chairs -- O'Malley as well as Representative Elijah Cummings. Cummings has been an Obama supporter. O'Malley initially backed Hillary Clinton. But the Governor has gotten behind the Illinois senator since he became the presumptive democratic presidential nominee. O`Malley endorsed Obama Saturday, and he reportedly has been wearing an Obama pin since Clinton suspended her campaign.
Rebecca Blatt reports...
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