Want to Eat a Cicada? Some DMV Area Spots Are Giving You That Option!
You may have seen (and heard) the Brood X cicadas that recently emerged. Cicadas are edible, and some local businesses have decided to offer items containing cicadas or cicada-themed goodies.
Rahil Verma, a student from Winston Churchill High School in Montgomery County, Maryland, has been selected for the prestigious Student Enhancement in Earth and Space Science (SEES) summer internship hosted by The University of Texas at Austin’s Center for Space Research. This nationally competitive program sponsored by NASA’s Texas Space Grant Consortium selects students to conduct authentic research using NASA data. Investigations are being conducted as part of Mosquito Mappers, a SEES team co-sponsored by the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES) under the NASA Earth Science Education Collaborative project.
Mosquito Mappers receive training from NASA scientists, led by GLOBE Observer scientist Dr. Russanne Low, IGES, on safety procedures, mosquito ecology and habitat, larva identification, land cover classification and satellite data analysis. Each intern devotes 10-15 hours a week in June and July participating in weekly data explorations, developing and implementing a research design, and collaborating with NASA subject matter experts.
Watkins Mill Club Featured on The Today Show
For the second time this week, the Today show has featured a segment that involves Montgomery County high school students.
Wizards Dominate Pacers, Advance to Play 76ers in the First Round of the NBA Playoffs
The Washington Wizards made the most of their second opportunity to advance to the NBA Playoffs by dominating the Indiana Pacers tonight, 142-115.
Wizards With Last Chance to Advance to the NBA Playoffs
The Wizards play the Indians Pacers tonight for their last opportunity to advance to the NBA Playoffs.
Washington Wizards Play-In Game Tonight Against the Boston Celtics
The Washington Wizards will take on the Boston Celtics tonight at 9pm on TNT. The winner of the game will be the 7th seed in the Eastern Conference and take on the #2 seed Brooklyn Nets.
Beyond MoCo: Chef José Andrés Offering $50 Gift Cards to His DC Restaurants to Those Who Get COVID-19 Vaccine
From now until 70% of the U.S. population is vaccinated, Chef José Andrés is offering a $50 gift card to vaccinated customers at any of his Think Food Group restaurants in the DC. Participating restaurants include China Chilcano, Jaleo, Oyamel, and Zaytinya. Complete rules and restrictions listed below.
Governor Larry Hogan will be signing several bills into law tomorrow that were approved by the Maryland General Assembly, including a two year extension on the sale of alcohol via delivery and carryout by licensed restaurants.
The Montgomery County ABS, which regulates the sale of liquor in Montgomery County, passed a temporary resolution back on March 24, 2020 that allows holders of on-premise licenses to sell for carry out and delivery. This was one ways restaurants were able to stay afloat during the pandemic while dining rooms were shut down. A new bill, SB205, will replace the temporary resolution in July.
Ryan Kerrigan, Washington’s All-Time Sack Leader, Thanks Fans
When Ryan Kerrigan officially became a free agent in March, the writing was on the wall for Washington’s all-time sack leader continuing his career elsewhere.
Big Game to Close the Regular Season for the Washington Wizards Today
The Washington Wizards clinched a spot in NBA post-season play when they defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday night. Today at 1pm they look to earn the 8th seed in the play-in tournament as they battle the Charlotte Hornets.
Chick-fil-A’s Decision to Limit Sauce Packets to Customers is Part of Industry Wide Supply Chain Issues
Due to issues with their supply chain, Chick-fil-A announced Wednesday that they will be limiting the amount of sauce packets per customer.