Elijah Okon – Human Nature

Capital City Blazers OP ED

Elijah Okon — Thu, 04 Aug 2022 23:39:43 +0000

I joined the Capital City Blazers during the 2021 outdoor track season after going to a few practices in late 2020. I was referred to the track team by Coach Lonell After expressing a desire to run track. My initial experience with the team was overwhelmingly positive and I enjoyed success in my first track season.

I would go on to run for the team, during the 2022 indoor season as well before switching over to my school team for the first half of the outdoor season. I fully intended to continue running for the team but an injury from overuse derailed those plans.

Over the past couple of months I’ve been rehabbing to get back to running for the team. Overall the coaching staff as well as the members of the team foster a positive environment that breeds consistent time drops and an enjoyable experience.

Capitol City Blazers Track Team

Elijah Okon — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 15:10:33 +0000

The Capitol City Blazers are a track team formed in late 2019 by Kenneth Roberson and Lonell Johnson.

The team was originally formed after a difference of opinion between coaches at another DC track team named “DC speed”. DC speed was reluctant to work with kids from other parts of DC and this caused a split within the team that caused Roberson to leave followed by Johnson.

Roberson would then go on to work with Speed Unlimited as a coach while he waited on the grant to start the track team once he got the grant, he then started the track team. Roberson has been coaching track and field since 2012 while Johnson was a 400 meter hurdler in college. Roberson’s core coaching philosophy is that endurance should be taught before speed.

Since its formation Capital City has gone on to produce multiple All-American Athletes and will be running at the Junior Olympic games in North Carolina this year.

“Oohhs and Ahhs” The Soul of DC

Elijah Okon — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 14:55:33 +0000

The owner

Chef Oji Abbott, a native of Washington, D.C. with 11 years of culinary expertise, created Oohs & Ahhs in 2003. He learned how to cook from his family of cooks before attending culinary school. The phrase his clients should feel after dining at his restaurant inspired the term “oohs and ahhs.”

The eatery supports individuals who are peacefully opposing injustice, combating bigotry and hatred, and working to build a welcoming neighborhood for all.

Oohh’s & Aahh’s has repeatedly won Washingtonian Magazine’s “Cheap Eats Award” and “Best Macaroni and Cheese” awards.

The restaurant was most recently highlighted on the Chef Guy Fieri-hosted Food Network Cable program “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.”

Oohh’s & Aahh’s is popular throughout the United States, despite being particularly well known in the Metropolitan Washington area.

Customer Reviews

Delilah- I honestly heard of oohhs and aahhs a lot because I’m from dc, I grew up here, but I never actually went. When I finally attend, I was very satisfied with the food and services

Tonya- Some of the best soul cuisine in the neighborhood is served at Oohh’s & Aahh’s. Both the fried shrimp and the mac & cheese are excellent choices. I’d highly suggest giving this place a try. It has earned a reputation as a neighborhood favorite and a late-night food destination.

“Great ambiance, an incredible meal, nice personnel, generous amounts, and reasonable rates!”

The fish had a flavorful crust and was an ample size when cooked

“There Is Nothing Like A D.C. Festival”

Elijah Okon — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 14:46:42 +0000

DC, unlike most major cities in America, is not considered to be a city known for its festival’s; that perception however is less than true. Washington D.C., has numerous festivals that attract both domestic and international tourists each year. The Cherry Blossom Festival stands out as one that attracts many tourists to DC every year. What I have noticed about the festivals in the Washington D.C. area is that they have brought a sense of community cohesion as well as national attention to the area that are not politically related. DC because it is the capital of America is the home to a lot of festivals. Also since DC is such a tourist heavy area the festivals are very profitable. I think festivals are a way for people to bond because it brings people of different cultures and communities together, and since DC is so diverse it’s perfect to bring people together. DC has hosted some great festivals and concerts over the years, some of them that stand out are, Something in the Water, Capital Fair at RFK, The DC State Fair, The National Cherry Blossom festival and so much more. Since DC is the home of such amazing landmarks it is the home of hundreds of festivals year round. One of my favorite festivals in DC I’ve gone to is the DC state fair, where there were so many activities and so much great food. One of the festivals that is going to happen is the annual DC Jazz festival, it has been happening for 18 years. Its purpose is to celebrate the love DC has for Jazz and to also inspire younger generations and spark an interest in Jazz. I’ve had family members go there and have said it’s a great experience and so fun. Most of the performances happen at DC landmarks like the Wharf and Waterfront. Another festival that is around this time is the smithsonian folklife festival, it was created in 1967 and it honors contemporary living traditions. It takes place at the national mall and it is open to the public and completely free. You are able to sing, dance, play games, and craft unique things. All in all DC has a plethora of amazing festivals and you would be lucky to be able to experience any of them.