John Gonzalez

If you’re looking for a pet, this is your week. The Humane Rescue Alliance in D. C. is waiving adoption fees through this weekend. The shelter is full, at capacity and a lot of pets are in need of new homes. More than 150 animals are currently up for adoption and until June 27 you won’t …

It’s that time of year when many families start looking for the right fireworks. The key is always picking the legal ones. In just 12 days, Americans will celebrate the nation’s birthday, but remember that if you’re celebrating with fireworks that launch into the air and those that…

President Joe Biden says the Delta COVID variant is ‘particularly dangerous’ for young people. His administration is pleading to Americans to get vaccinated against COVID-19 as quickly as possible, especially the younger population.

Juneteenth is being recognized Friday since June 19 falls on Saturday. And so many special events throughout the DC area take a new meaning this weekend. LIST: Here’s how to celebrate Juneteenth around the DC area. The Sandy Spring Slave Museum in Maryland will be hosting a festival-style open house…

All indications are that we are nearing the end of this pandemic, but the reality is even though COVID-19 is no longer the global threat it was just months ago, food insecurity is still a very serious crisis. On Thursday, the Capital Area Food Bank will be releasing a new report detailing the dramat…

Fewer than three out of 10 white-collar employees were working at the office on average in 10 major U. S. cities, including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and Washington, D. C. , according to Kastle Systems. The nationwide security company monitors access-card swipes in more than 2,500 office …

Beginning July 1st, adults in Virginia over the age of 21 can legally possess up to an ounce of marijuana without fear of criminal or civil penalties. So what can you do and what is still illegal? In just a few weeks, adults 21 years and older will be allowed to possess no more than one ounce of can…

A new museum known as the National Museum of the U. S. Army debuted in the midst of a pandemic, on Veterans Day in November of 2020. Just a month later in December, it was forced to temporarily close its door because of a violent second wave of the pandemic. Now it is reopening on the 246th birthday…

Just in time to celebrate National Doughnut Day, which is June 4, 2021.

Texas lawmakers are trying to tell teachers how to teach history.

Those who know the market say this is not a bubble, it’s a boom, accelerated by the pandemic. This kind of competitive market is the new norm because of low-interest rates and low inventory. Supply simply can’t keep up with the demand. The market is actually starting to slow down a bit. Accord…

The Metro system has 45 outdoor rail stations constructed with concrete platforms. These platforms were designed and built over four decades ago. Now a number of them are falling apart. These four, in particular, need help now and are shut down. They are scheduled to remain closed through Sept. 6. …

Gun Lake offers plenty of recreational activities, too, like boating.

Muskegon Lake was the winner of best inland lake in Muskegon and the Lakeshore.

The tasting room and rum spirit was created by High Five Distillery in Petoskey.

Clark Lake also offers great fishing, too!

Rolling To Remember has finally confirmed a spot where organizers can hold their event this Memorial Day weekend. A tradition that started here in D. C. 34 years ago as ‘Rolling Thunder’, thousands of bikers and veterans flock to the nation’s capital with a powerful message. A way to honor war…

Portage Lake in Houghton also offers an easy access to Portage Lift Bridge in Houghton/Hancock.

Gull Lake in Richland was the winner of Best Inland Lake in Kalamazoo & SW Michigan.

This first-ever in-arena Sportsbook, not just in the United States, but in all of North America is opening this week right in Chinatown. It is connected to Capital One Arena, what was formerly known as the Greene Turtle. But this venue is far from just being a location to place your sports bets. The…