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Kidd Around Town: Commissary in Logan Circle celebrates Summer with Tomato festival
The month of August has been designated as Tomato Festival Month at three EatWell DC restaurants. The Pig, Commissary and Logan Tavern, all in the Logan Circle neighborhood, will have tomato specials on their menus - all from tomatoes grown at the EatWell Natural Farm in LaPlata. The company has owned the farm for 13 years and all produce in its restaurants comes from that source. → Read More
Kidd Around Town: Taqueria Al Lado in Adams Morgan
Taqueria Al Lado is one of the newest restaurants in the Adams Morgan neighborhood in Northwest Washington. They serve authentic Mexican food and have a long list of hand-crafted cocktails. They are open 7 days a week for lunch, dinner and late night dining. Learn more or order take-out by clicking here. → Read More
Kidd Around Town: Bethesda Crab House says expect to pay higher prices this year
The Bethesda Crab House is one of the area's oldest crab houses. They have been operating since 1961 at 4958 Bethesda Ave. Yen Lee is the general manager and has been working there since he was in high school and said you should expect to pay more for crabs this year. "This is the highest I've seen them in a long time" Lee explained. He says a multitude of reasons contribute to the higher prices… → Read More
Meet the man who went from a Maryland McDonald's employee to an Oscars history maker
The Oscars are hours away and Sunday morning 7News spoke to a local man who made history with his two Oscars wins 30 years ago, and tonight he hopes more history is made. Russell Williams II grew up in Northeast D. C. watching the Oscars but never dreamed he'd win one. It wasn't until he saw Quincey Jones listed in the credit of 1976's "In The Heat of the Night" that he realized a career in film… → Read More
Bethesda soccer program connects young players with the pros
A youth soccer program in Bethesda is making sure its young player are connecting with the pros. It's all thanks to a similar bond shared by a Howard University coach and a former DC United star. "It's just joy for me, I just enjoy it," Phillip Gyau said. Gyan is the men's soccer head coach at Howard. He started coaching Bethesda native Paul Torres when he was only 9-years-old. → Read More
Reston bookstore hosting stuffed animal sleepovers featuring virtual reading from authors
A Reston bookstore is showcasing the work of two local children's authors and that is where we find ABC7's Kidd O'Shea Around Town with more. Scrawl Books is featuring a 'Stuffed Animal Sleepover' with Author Ethan Berlin featuring his new book, 'I Am Not a Dog Toy. '"It's the perfect bedtime story for stuffed animals and kids alike, who are invited to join us virtually to listen to the story… → Read More
Kennedy Center's new exhibit features work of artists, makes art accessible to everyone
There is a new art exhibit at the Kennedy Center that is part of their mission to make art accessible to everyone, including those with disabilities, and Monday ABC7’s Kidd O'Shea is showings us how the project is highlighting the work of local artists. The Reach at the Kennedy Center currently has four outdoor art installations on display. → Read More
Local restaurants join together for 'Bean-efit' to support hospitality workers
It's all about Beans for Beans this year as we approach Mardi Gras. The founders of Mardi Gras Extravaganza, the annual block party-style event on Mardi Gras night, are pivoting this year. 25 restaurants around the city are joining in to serve free meals to unemployed hospitality workers, including Buffalo & Bergen with Gina Chersevani who is one of the chairs of this year's event BEAN-EFIT. → Read More
'We're helping the local economy:' New market becomes asset to community in LaPlata, Md.
Many restaurants have had to adjust the way they operate during the pandemic and for one Charles County restaurant that meant creating a brand-new business, ABC 7'S Kidd O'Shea is in LaPlata, Maryland showing us how it was exactly what their community needed. "Everyone that walks in is like oh my gosh I didn't know you guys were here this is so great, LaPlata needs something like this," says… → Read More
'Anybody can have an impact': 8-year-old Maryland kid talks about his inaugural appearance
Eight-year-old Cavanaugh Bell from Gaithersburg, Md. joined others in watching President Biden during last nights “Celebrating America’ special. However, he attended the Inauguration in person and just moments after the president’s address, the nation was introduced to Cavanaugh. He was picked by the Biden team to introduce a performance by Justin Timberlake, but he had no idea his appearance… → Read More
After 36 years, Alex Trebek to posthumously host Jeopardy! for the final time Friday
At the end of tonight’s Jeopardy! episode, a special tribute to Alex Trebek will air. Friday will be Trebek's final time hosting the show, a pre-recorded episode that was filmed before his November death. It will air tonight at 7:30 p. m. on ABC7. Alex made many stops to Washington, D. C. , from special tournaments at Constitution Hall to filming clues at area landmarks. → Read More
D.C. man becomes 2021's first millionaire. How he says he will spend the money.
***ABC7's Kidd O'Shea will be catching up with the winner tonight on ABC7 News at 4. A Northwest D. C. man has become 2021's first millionaire. Carlos Mabry's family was one of five families randomly selected to take part in a special Powerball drawing on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve. 7 On Your Side spoke with Carlos before his big win. He said he plans to help local organizations if he… → Read More
New Years Eve 2020 in D.C. means big parties forced to go virtual
New Years Eve will look a bit different this year, confetti will fall, the ball will drop but Times Square will be empty. Here in Washington, D. C for the past nine years local event organizers DCBX have produced a party for over 4,000 people at the Renaissance Hotel, but this year that party won't happen. → Read More
D.M.V. restaurants show perseverance, creativity throughout 2020 and the pandemic
The restaurant industry has been when of the hardest hit during the pandemic. ABC7’s Kidd O'Shea shows us how some of our favorite dining spots have adjusted this past year to keep serving their customers. One of the first stories we did on new dining ways was at The Inn At Little Washington, where two-time, 3-star Michelin rated chef Patrick O'Connell came up with the idea to use mannequins to… → Read More
Fairfax 5th grader starts candle business to help homeless, save money for college
Alejandro is only in fifth-grade, but he has big dreams - dreams many children his age can't hold a candle to. The Fairfax Public Schools student started his business to save money for college and help the homeless. “My mom said it is very rare to see a kid making a business and it could be really helpful for my future, so I just started my business so I can help everyone and also make my future… → Read More
Chef's key to a perfect Thanksgiving meal? Don't worry so much.
If you haven't started planning for Thanksgiving - don't panicChef Amy Brandwein at City Center DC said it's the perfect time to plan your menu with less than two weeks until the big day. However, the bigger task may be determining who will show up at your table. “I think you should try to figure out who you’re going to be enjoying thanksgiving with, and put your building blocks together for a… → Read More
D.C. florist says he put Justice RBG's personality and favorite flowers into arrangements
“The honor of doing it, there’s no words,” says Michael Lanni, of Volanni Floral Design in Washington, D. C. He has created floral displays for many high profile ceremonies, but being chosen to prepare them for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's memorial was different. RELATED | PHOTOS: Ginsburg's icon status evident on masks, shirts and collars of mourners. “Knocked me down," he says, his voice full… → Read More
Michelle Obama's makeup artist Carl Ray shares excitement for 'Becoming' Emmy nominations
D. C. makeup artist Carl Ray will be watching the Emmys Sunday, that's because of former first lady Michelle Obama's documentary "Becoming" is nominated for four Emmy Awards. He is Obama's personal makeup artist and was with her on the arena book tour that took them all over the U. S. and Europe. Ray says "I knew that we were doing something very special. " The documentary is nominated for:… → Read More
Now Showing: Drive-in movie theater takes over old Potomac Nationals stadium
With movie theaters closed due to COVID-19, an old concept is making a comeback. A new drive-in movie theater called Movies at the Pfitz is now open at the Old Potomac Nationals Stadium in Woodbridge, Virginia. Movies at the Pfitz is also raising money for local nonprofits. ABC7's Kidd O' Shea is on location at the new theater and has more on this story in the above video. → Read More
'We are forever grateful': D.C. Black-owned restaurant sees surge in sales
At the Roaming Rooster in Washington, D. C. they have seen a spike in sales since the social media movement to support Black-owned businesses. "It means a lot having this many customers support us," says co-owner Binam Habtemariam. They credit their Northeast D. C. neighborhood and those who have traveled from all over the DMV to try their popular chicken sandwiches. "Everybody who is supporting… → Read More