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D.C. After the Aftershocks

August 23, 2012 newadminuser

Today marks the one year anniversary of the earthquake that shook the Mid-Atlantic region. The earthquake, which measured at a 5.8 magnitude, centered in Mineral, VA, which was 87 miles from Washington D.C. Though the earthquake […]

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Martin Luther King Jr. Library celebrates 40 years

August 21, 2012 newadminuser

Today marks the 40th anniversary of the iconic Martin Luther King Jr. Library. On August, 21, 1972, the doors of this beautiful public library officially opened. Miles van der Rohe, well known architect, designed this […]

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Should DC bid for the 2024 Olympics?

August 17, 2012 newadminuser

After a successful end of the London 2012 Olympics, some believe it is time for DC to follow in London’s footsteps and try to host the 2024 Summer Olympics. Placing a bid is not only […]

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Qorvis Celebrates 12 years of Hard Work and Accomplishment

August 14, 2012 newadminuser

Qorvis Communications recently celebrated its 12th anniversary. To commemorate the occasion, Qorvis’ GPS Executive Vice President Seth Pietras proudly displayed the Qorvis flag high over Mont Blanc (15,770 ft/ 4,808). Mont Blanc is the highest […]

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Embassy of Bahrain Hosts Weekly Iftar Dinner During Ramadan

August 13, 2012 newadminuser

John Reid of Focus Washington attends an iftar at the Bahrain Embassy in Washington D.C. . An iftar is a meal that breaks the daily fast during the holy month of Ramadan.

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D.C. Restaurant Week: Calling all Foodies!

August 9, 2012 newadminuser

D.C. Restaurant Week is almost upon us and while many of you have been prepping for weeks, others of us may have procrastinated…just a little. Not to worry, here are some restaurants that still have […]

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Qorvis Communications Hosts David Wessel “Red Ink” Book Party

August 3, 2012 newadminuser

Author David Wessel and his new book, “Red Ink,” were celebrated last night in a book party hosted by Qorvis Communications. Partner and National Director of Financial Communications, Stan Collender coordinated the event on behalf […]

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Focus Washington: 2012 Election: Is it the 99% v. 1%?

July 31, 2012 newadminuser

Bill Press, an astute observer of the American political scene, discusses the 2012 election with Focus Washington host and chairman at Qorvis, Chuck Conconi. The 2012 election comes down to a choice between somebody who […]

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Gray Opposes Chick-fil-A Expansion; Calls it ‘Hate Chicken’

July 30, 2012 newadminuser

D.C Mayor Vincent Gray issued a statement via Twitter on Friday condemning the expansion of Chick-fil-A in the District. A long time supporter of LGBT rights, Gray said he would not support “#hatechicken” due to […]

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Washington, D.C. Summer Social Events; Interview with Qorvis’ Kevin Chaffee

July 26, 2012 newadminuser

Washington, D.C. is a politically driven town. And what goes hand in hand with politics? Socializing. Most nights are full of black-tie events attended by numerous ambassadors, congressional leaders, high-powered lobbyists, journalists and the occasional […]

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Focus Washington: Bill Press Forecasts the 2012 Election

July 25, 2012 newadminuser

Bill Press joins Qorvis’s Chuck Conconi on Focus Washington to forecast the 2012 election. National polls are now showing the race to be close, but the United States doesn’t elect presidents as a nation we […]

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DC’s Government Agencies Grades for July

July 24, 2012 newadminuser

A new system implement by D.C. mayor Vincent C. Gray, which allows residents of the district to grade their cities government agencies has found that city services are still just average but have improved over the past month. The […]

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More Corruption Allegations in 2010 Campaign of DC Mayor

July 23, 2012 newadminuser

New allegations have surfaced in regards to DC Mayor Vincent C. Gray’s 2010 campaign. Former campaign workers allege that Gray’s campaign kept a database with the identities of nearly 6,000 public housing residents it targeted in […]

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Focus Washington: Andy Wright Discusses Joining Polsinelli Shughart’s Washington Office and Emerging Trends in Energy Policy

July 12, 2012 newadminuser

Andy Wright stops by Focus Washington to discuss joining Polsinelli Shughart’s Washington D.C. office with Qorvis’ Chuck Conconi. Wright and Conconi also discuss emerging trends in energy policy.

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Washington Kastles Pick Up Where They Left Off, Win Season Opener

July 10, 2012 newadminuser

The Washington Kastles followed up last year’s perfect season with a 22-18 win on the road against the Orange County Breakers on Monday in the first World Team Tennis match of 2012. The win was the 17th […]

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46th Annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival

July 5, 2012 newadminuser

The 46th annual Smithsonian Folklife Festival resumes today on the National Mall, with a full schedule of concerts, demonstrations, workshops, and food. In its long history the festival has featured performers, crafts people, and local […]

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American Chemistry Council Hosts Policy Forum On Energy Recovery

June 28, 2012 newadminuser

Earlier today, The American Chemistry Council (ACC) hosted a forum, “Unlocking the Vast Potential of Energy Recovery,” on Capitol Hill. The event was headlined by Cal Dooley, ACC president and CEO, Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR), […]

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CAPS Hire Former Captain Adam Oates As New head Coach

June 26, 2012 newadminuser

Washington Capitals general manager George McPhee announced today that former Caps captain Adam Oates will be the team’s new head coach. Oates will be making his head coaching debut in replacing Dale Hunter, who stepped down […]

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Presidential Race Isn’t The Only Battle “Heating Up” in D.C.

June 19, 2012 newadminuser

D.C.’s sweet spring breeze has given way to the sticky and almost unbearable humidity of the summer. The summer heat seems to be almost contagious as Presidential campaigns (read smear tactics) are heating up into […]

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Focus Washington: “The Hill” Editor Discusses Presidential Fundraising and Congressional Race

June 18, 2012 newadminuser

Bob Cusack, editor of “The Hill” stops by Focus Washington to sit down with Qorvis’ Chuck Conconi to discuss the fundraising efforts of both Mitt Romney and President Obama, and Cusack weighs in on the […]

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Bahrain Press Club Launches First Overseas Liaison Office in Washington

June 15, 2012 newadminuser

The Bahrain Press Club (BPC) launched its first overseas liaison office on Tuesday at an event held at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. The event welcomed members of the international media, think tanks, […]

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Call to Action for Child Survival Conference

June 14, 2012 newadminuser

Today is the official start of the two-day Call to Action for Child Survival conference hosted by the U.S., Ethiopian, and Indian governments. The conference is being held at Washington DC’s Georgetown University. Featured speakers include US […]

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100 Free (and almost free) Things to do in D.C.

June 12, 2012 newadminuser

Are you feeling the tough economic times? But do you still like to have a good time? Well don’t worry, the solution is here. Washington.org recently released their list of 100 Free (and almost free) […]

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D.C. Jazz Fest

June 7, 2012 newadminuser

This coming weekend is the finale of the 2012 D.C. Jazz Festival (June 1-10). The Jazz Festival is the premiere music festival in Washington, D.C. and features more than 100 performances from local, national and international […]

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Focus Washington: Energy Expert Johnston Discusses Current U.S. Gasification Projects

June 7, 2012 newadminuser

Hunter Johnston, partner in the energy policy group at Steptoe &Johnson and senior counsel to Leucadia Energy, stops by Focus Washington to sit down with Qorvis’ Chuck Conconi to discuss U.S. energy strategy and […]

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DC Mayor Nominates Three People to New Board of Ethics

June 5, 2012 newadminuser

Washington D.C.’s Mayor recently nominated three people to the city’s newly created Board of Ethics and Government Accountability. These three people include a former D.C. Attorney General, are responsible for investigation alleged ethics violations by city government employees and […]

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Focus Washington: Retired Lt. General Jeff Sorenson discusses the military’s plans for green energy

June 1, 2012 newadminuser

Retired Lt. General Jeff Sorenson stops by Focus Washington to sit down with Qorvis’ Chuck Conconi to discuss the military’s plans for green energy. Sorenson is a vice president and partner in A.T. Kearney’s defense […]

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Focus Washington: Ethics Resource Center President Discusses Whistleblowers, Retaliation in the Workplace

April 10, 2012 newadminuser

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zgySrpkPxEA&feature=youtu.be Dr. Patricia J. Harned, president of the Ethics Resource Center, stops by Focus Washington to discuss the National Business Ethics Survey and people’s perceptions of ethics in the workplace. For more information on […]

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Focus Washington: Fashion Writer Samantha Sault Talks Hong Kong Fashion Week

March 29, 2012 newadminuser

Samantha Sault, fashion columnist and Blogger, discusses her experience at Hong Kong Fashion Week.

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Focus Washington: Susan Eisenhower Discusses Her Family’s Opposition to the Eisenhower Memorial Design

March 15, 2012 newadminuser

Susan Eisenhower, granddaughter of President Eisenhower, discusses the controversial design by Frank Gehry for the Eisenhower memorial, and her family’s opposition to the build.

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