WI Bridge Archives - The Washington Informer https://www.washingtoninformer.com/category/wi-bridge/ Black News, Commentary and Culture | The Washington Informer Mon, 15 Apr 2024 17:38:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cropped-Site-Icon-32x32.png WI Bridge Archives - The Washington Informer https://www.washingtoninformer.com/category/wi-bridge/ 32 32 121622320 Washington Informer BRIDGE Sparking Conversation at Earth Day Creative Salon https://www.washingtoninformer.com/earth-day-creative-salon-plastics/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/earth-day-creative-salon-plastics/#respond Sun, 14 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1204672

The Washington Informer BRIDGE is hosting a free, ticketed Earth Day Creative Salon to discuss the critical issue of plastic waste, with a panel of local panelists and complimentary plant-based hors d'oeuvres.

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Washington Informer Bridge Honors 2023 DMV 35 Under 35 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/dmv-35-under-35-list/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/dmv-35-under-35-list/#respond Mon, 08 Jan 2024 15:33:28 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1198203 In partnership with The Media Prince and Just 1 PR, The Washington Informer Bridge has announced its 2023 DMV 35 Under 35 list. (Courtesy photo)

The Washington Informer Bridge, in partnership with The Media Prince and Just 1 PR, has announced its 2023 DMV 35 Under 35 list, which celebrates young influencers, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists under 35 making significant strides in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area.

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Beyond the Streets with Paco Panama https://www.washingtoninformer.com/paco-panama-underground-rap-dc/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/paco-panama-underground-rap-dc/#respond Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1194205 Hailing from Southeast D.C., Paco Panama is ushering in a new era of underground rap and shining a light on new talent, crowning himself as one the new kings of underground rap in the District. (Courtesy photo)

Paco Panama, a D.C.-based rapper, is ushering in a new era of underground rap and has been recognized by some of the DMV's biggest names, including Brent Faiyez and Goldlink.

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D.C.’s SOMEWHERE Represents with MLS Collaboration  https://www.washingtoninformer.com/d-c-s-somewhere-represents-with-mls-collaboration/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/d-c-s-somewhere-represents-with-mls-collaboration/#respond Wed, 13 Sep 2023 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1191375

MLS and local brands SOMEWHERE and WJW released a limited-edition All-Star capsule collection, highlighting Washington, D.C.'s distinctive style and culture on a national stage.

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A New Festival Hits the DMV Music Scene https://www.washingtoninformer.com/a-new-festival-hits-the-dmv-music-scene/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/a-new-festival-hits-the-dmv-music-scene/#respond Wed, 06 Sep 2023 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1190869

ZAPATEO is a three-day dance music festival held in West Virginia's Camp Tall Timbers, featuring local DJs and bands, and celebrating the power of punk.

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Grounded: Expanding Plant Knowledge and Community Love https://www.washingtoninformer.com/grounded-expanding-plant-knowledge-and-community-love/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/grounded-expanding-plant-knowledge-and-community-love/#respond Wed, 02 Aug 2023 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1189265 DMV natives Danuelle Doswell and Mignon Hemsley founded Grounded, an online plant store established on Earth Day 2020. (Courtesy photo)

Grounded is an online plant store established on Earth Day 2020 and run by DMV natives Mignon Hemsley and Danuelle Doswell.

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Commonwealth: Creating a Space for the D.C. Subculture https://www.washingtoninformer.com/commonwealth-creating-a-space-for-the-d-c-subculture/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/commonwealth-creating-a-space-for-the-d-c-subculture/#respond Wed, 12 Jul 2023 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1188452

Commonwealth continues contributing to the vibrant creative scene by offering incredible clothing options, fostering community engagement, and adapting to the ever-changing city.

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Take an Inside Look at Paris FW ’23 with Somewhere DC https://www.washingtoninformer.com/take-an-inside-look-at-paris-fw-23-with-somewhere-dc/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/take-an-inside-look-at-paris-fw-23-with-somewhere-dc/#respond Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1188106

Paris Fashion Week represents a pivotal event for retail stores, providing a platform to highlight upcoming trends, showcase new designs, and connect directly with customers.

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Atmos: Where Heritage Meets Contemporary Fashion in D.C. https://www.washingtoninformer.com/atmos-where-heritage-meets-contemporary-fashion-in-d-c/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/atmos-where-heritage-meets-contemporary-fashion-in-d-c/#respond Wed, 21 Jun 2023 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1187589 Atmos is a unique clothing store in Georgetown that blends historic architecture with modern retail design. (Courtesy photo)

Located in the Georgetown neighborhood, Atmos is a unique clothing store that blends historic architecture with modern retail design.

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HBCU Students ‘Discover the Unexpected,’ Receive $18K https://www.washingtoninformer.com/hbcu-students-discover-the-unexpected-receive-18k/ https://www.washingtoninformer.com/hbcu-students-discover-the-unexpected-receive-18k/#respond Wed, 14 Jun 2023 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.washingtoninformer.com/?p=1187267 2023 DTU Fellows and Terrence J visit StockX. (WI Bridge Staff)

Picture this: 10 super-talented students from HBCUs across the U.S. are about to dive into an epic summer internship.

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