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The work of the DC Food Policy Council might seem a little wonky. But after all, as a Ward 7 Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner points out, "Everybody has to eat everyday."
Mayor Muriel Bowser’s proposed budget would eliminate the council. @51st.news explores what's at stake.
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Early voting in D.C. started yesterday, but @51st.news has been helping break down the election for months now.
You can see it all on our DCision2026 page, but I'm pulling out a few of my favorites. 🧵
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We're bringing our launch party series to D.C. with the help of our friends at @51st.news! Join @olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social and @chenjerai.bsky.social on Tuesday, June 30 to celebrate Hammer & Hope's summer issue. Become a member today to get RSVP details on June 10. ☀️
How do D.C. natives celebrate Juneteenth?
@christurdisani.bsky.social answered the question last year for our "Ask A D.C. Native" column — with the help of twelve other born-and-raised Washingtonians:
NEW: How are you getting involved around the city this week?
Our list includes opportunities to shape the future of a new trail, learn about the history of Pride, and (of course!) vote in the primary election.
More from @colleengrablick.bsky.social:
One of our main goals at The 51st is to make D.C. an easier place to live.
One way to do that is by explaining stuff that is otherwise confusing, mystifying, or intentionally opaque!
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What do you want to see from local news? We're surveying D.C. residents — especially focused on Ward 7, thanks to a grant from @lpostcollective.bsky.social.
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Come out on Saturday, June 13 — starting at 9 a.m. — to tell us what you want from local news.
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Aspiring to be a good neighbor in a city as richly diverse, vibrant, and dynamic as D.C. is essential and, honestly, a bit of an art form.
At The 51st, we aim to make living in the District easier for the residents who call it home. To that end, one of our editorial focus areas is explainers: stories that demystify opaque city services…
10 likes, 0 comments - 51stnews on May 22, 2026: "Catch our Ward 7 community connectors @gkjcreates and Jennifer Gray will be out and about at these upcoming events. Where should they go next month? Tell...
