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H Street Festival

September 14, 2012 newadminuser

By Page Zakas Are you looking for an exciting way to spend your Saturday? This Saturday, September 15th, marks the return of the H Street Festival. The neighborhood festival is filled with food, drinks, and […]

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Washington D.C. Boasts Most Fast-Growing Businesses

September 12, 2012 newadminuser

By Page Zakas Washington D.C. may be known for traffic, slow progress, and even a corrupt government, but D.C. the results of a study conducted by The Kauffman Foundation may surprise you. D.C. is not […]

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DC Shorts Film Festival

September 7, 2012 newadminuser

From concerts to festivals, Washington D.C. is filled with exciting things to do on the weekends. This weekend you can have your pick between the figure skating show, Ice Champions LIVE!; the grand opening of […]

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Focus Washington: 2012 Election & Conventions

September 6, 2012 newadminuser

Qorvis‘ Chuck Conconi sits down with Ron Faucheux to discuss the 2012 election. The presidential race as close to a tie as an election can be as Republicans and Democrats focus on rallying their […]

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Two years Later, the Lincoln Memorial Reopens

September 5, 2012 newadminuser

Two years ago, construction began on the Lincoln Memorial reflection pool. Obama put $34 million toward restoring this national landmark as part of the economic stimulus package. This endeavor turned out to be one of […]

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D.C. for the Labor Day Weekend

August 31, 2012 newadminuser

Are you around the D.C. area this Labor Day weekend and looking for some activities? Well, you could start with the DC Blues Festival on Saturday at the Carter Barron Amphitheater! This Festival is fun […]

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DC Drivers: Worst in the Nation

August 29, 2012 newadminuser

If you live any metropolitan area then you know that you not only have to be a defensive driver, but you need to also be constantly aware of the other drivers around you. Between traffic, […]

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Focus Washington: Wessel on the Politics of the Federal Budget

August 24, 2012 newadminuser

The budget deficit situation has never been this bad. The numbers have never been this large. Politicians are unwilling to compromise.

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Focus Washington: Red Ink by David Wessel

August 23, 2012 newadminuser

David Wessel, Economics Editor of The Wall Street Journal, discusses his new book Red Ink. Mr. Wessel doesn’t seen anything changing any time soon. The presidential campaigns aren’t discussing their actual plan to cut the […]

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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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