Mayor Kicks Off “Green Summer” Youth Work Program; Unveils Anacostia River Cleanup Plan

Mayor Adrian Fenty officially welcomed the first Mayor’s Green Summer Job Corps participants today, unveiling at the same time the Administration’s multi-year plan to clean up the Anacostia River. Full Text

Free Home Energy Audits Available to DC Residents

The DC Department of the Environment’s Home Energy Rating System (HERS) program identifies a home’s energy deficiencies and provides homeowners with cost-effective, energy improvement recommendations. Full Text

National Park Service Will Reopen Fort Reno Park

Soil test results indicate that arsenic levels in the park are acceptable. However, elevated levels of lead were found in a small area of the park. Full Text

2008 Open Season for Striped Bass Fishing Begins May 16

Open season for striped bass fishing will begin on May 16, and end on December 31, 2008. A valid 2008 District of Columbia sport fishing license is required to fish in DC waterways. A license may be obtained from participating vendors in the Washington Metropolitan area. Full Text