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New Office Aims to Boost Local Business in Prince George’s

Mia Boykin and ÃŒbùkúnolúwa Dàda Prince George’s County launched its newest agency on July 10, the Office of Procurement (OOP), marking a significant step towards enhancing government efficiency and promoting economic equity in the local community. The office, which opened its doors following…

D.C. Declares Extended Heat Emergency, Gives Precautions

With temperatures expected to exceed 95°F, Mayor Muriel Bowser has declared an Extended Heat Emergency for Washington, D.C., effective through July 9 or until conditions improve. Residents and visitors are advised to take precautions against heat-related illnesses, check on vulnerable neighbors, prioritize…

DC Shootings: Two Dead, Seven Injured Over the Weekend

 by ÃŒbùkúnolúwa DàdaIn the space of 12 hours between Saturday and Sunday, one stabbing and six shootings have left two men dead and six injured in Washington D.C.   The first fatal shooting occurred Saturday afternoon on Providence Street NE, claiming the life…

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Xbox Welcomes First African Role Playing Game

By ÃŒbùkúnolúwa Dàda Aurion: Legacy of the Kori-Odan has become the first African role-playing game on Xbox. The game is the flagship of  Cameroon-based studio Kiro’o Games founded in 2003 by Madiba Olivier.  The development of the game began in 2013 and…

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