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William Deffaa

Reporter · US

Indexed articles, last 90 days
7
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Aug 19, 2026
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Jul 6, 2026
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  1. Article · Aug 19, 2026 · William Deffaa

    Beyond the Backpack: Examining the Hidden Costs of Back to School (opens the original)

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    As nearly 100,000 students prepare to step back into the classroom and into a new chapter of their lives, they want to stand out with the flashiest backpack, the newest colored pencils and the most eye-catching lunchbox. However, the price for purchasing such items can be pricey, and in the nation’s capital the costs are not equitable for basic school necessities. “Many families have already begun shopping for uniforms and school supplies — I know I have. Uniform pants for my toddler are $25 a p

  2. Article · Aug 12, 2026 · William Deffaa

    D.C.'s Youth Entrepreneurship Program Gives Startup Boost to D.C.-Area Students (opens the original)

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    Two young Washingtonians are ready to take their businesses to the next level after concluding the D.C. Youth Entrepreneurship Program (DCYEP) intensive summer program, participating in the Aug. 4 competition at The Gathering Spot D.C., and winning the grand prize of $2,500 to fund their startups. While winners Zaynah Crawley and Tioluwani Fabunmi have drastically different proposals— an app and jewelry business — the pair found common ground on how they’re going to celebrate the end of the prog

  3. Article · Jul 27, 2026 · William Deffaa

    Things to Do, DMV: Weekday Rundown, July 27-30 (opens the original)

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    As the sunshine and warm weather continue this week, check out a few of the many events happening in the DMV to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. To keep up with all the fun throughout the summer and beyond, don’t forget to check out the Washington Informer Calendar — and remember, there’s always something happening in the DMV to keep your spirit – and social life – lit. Rock Creek Park Tennis Center, 5220 16th Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20011 See some of the biggest and brightest stars in ten

  4. Article · Jul 21, 2026 · William Deffaa

    Things to Do, DMV: Week Rundown - July 20-23, 2026 (opens the original)

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    As the sunshine and warm weather continue this week, check out a few of the many events happening in the DMV to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. To keep up with all the fun throughout the summer and beyond, don’t forget to check out the Washington Informer Calendar — and remember, there’s always something happening in the DMV to keep your spirit – and social life – lit. Jiffy Lube Live, 7800 Cellar Door Drive, Bristow, VA, 20136 Chicago and Styx team up for The Windy Cities Tour at Jiffy Lube L

  5. Article · Jul 15, 2026 · William Deffaa

    NFL's Source Program Connects With D.C. Businesses Ahead of 2027 Draft (opens the original)

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    As the District gears up to host the 2027 NFL Draft, local business leaders gathered at Capital Turnaround in Navy Yard on July 9 to connect with the National Football League ahead of the programming hitting the nation’s capital next spring. Hosted by the NFL, Events DC and the Washington Commanders, the event furthers the league’s Source program, launched in 2024 to bridge the gap with businesses in cities where drafts are being held. Rather than solely relying on national vendors, the NFL acti

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