Our Morning Roundup
*What do you say when a bunch of angry ex-convicts ask you why they don't have jobs? Why blame DCPS, of course! A group of protesters demanded that more work opportunities be created for people released from prison. That ain't easy, said D.C. Chamber of Commerce President Barbara Lang: "The school system has failed them. You have to have a certain level of education." Read the story in the Washington Post.
*Slate.com has created a "Choose Your Own Running Mate" feature. Answer a few quick questions and watch the list be narrowed down.
*Gaudencio Fernandez erected an unusual sign on his property decrying inhumane policies toward illegal immigrants: "We demand equality and justice for all," Fernandez's broadside concludes. "We will not be your slaves of the 21st century." What do you know? Some people would like to see the sign taken down, according to the Washington Post.
*What do beets, canned pumpkin, and sardines have in common? They are some of "The 11 Best Foods You Aren't Eating" according to the New York Times. Oh and cinnamon is also on the list, which apparently got one commenter a bit worked up: "If cinnamon was that great then Americans would be the healthiest nation on earth. Never have I seen so much overuse of cinnamon in any country before. Its in the toothpaste, the breathmints, the coffee, the desserts, the cereal, the bread, its in EVERYTHING!"
*And in case you were still pondering where to go on July 4, here's a reminder of where to catch the best views of the fireworks.
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9:42 am
RnB, PoW, RnR Hotel were all shutdown last night. What's the deal?
9:51 am
I believe cinnamon in large enough doses is harmful, if not deadly, to humans. Besides, it tastes crappy! Reminds me of awful childhood Halloween and Thanksgiving get-togethers and corresponding atrocious meals.
10:59 am
Absolutely false. Red & Black, Palace of Wonders, and Rock & Roll are all open for business as usual.
11:08 am
Completely FALSE!!
Red and Black and Rock and Roll are def up and running.
The Black Angels show is TONIGHT. and is gonna be awesome!!!
11:16 am
Today is not last night. Your Black Star from Louisville and Birds and Batteries from San Fransisco were stranded without a gig on a long distance tour but were cool enough to hang out at Sticky Rice for some beers.
12:33 pm
Just to get everything strait so that rumors don’t get out of control, we had some issues with the building last night and are trying to correct it so we can open tonight. At the latest we will be open tomorrow (July 3). Also I’m pretty sure Rock & Roll Hotel was open last night and I know that they’ve sold 300 tix for tonight’s show. They will be open tonight.
12:39 pm
Due to an unforeseen maintenance problem found just briefly ago, we have no choice but to close the Red and the Black immediately for at least 48 hours until we can correct the problem. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience to both our loyal following and to the hard working bands. Thank you for your understanding and it's just a silly snag, so we'll be back in no time.
12:59 pm
Thanks for clearing things up before they got out of control.