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Denise Rolark-Barnes
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Publisher, The Washington Informer
Washington, D.C., United States
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By Denise Barnes, Denise Rolark-Barnes| The Washington Informer Verified Dog ownership brings companionship, joy, and physical activity to thousands of residents across the D.C. area. But with more than 200,000 dogs living in the District and surrounding suburbs, there’s a messy problem piling up in parks, sidewalks, and neighborhoods: uncollected dog poop. “D.C. resident venting moment: why is there so much dog poop throughout the city?
By Denise Barnes, Denise Rolark-Barnes| The Washington Informer Verified It’s been 60-plus years since the first edition of The Washington Informer was published on October 16, 1964. Much like John B. Russwurm, a journalist, and Samuel E. Cornish, a minister, wrote in the nation’s first Black newspaper, Freedom’s Journal, published on March 16, 1827, Informer founder Dr. Calvin W. Rolark believed that no one else could or should speak for us about the issues of civil rights, human rights, and self-determination for the District of Columbia.
By Denise Barnes, Denise Rolark-Barnes| The Washington Informer Verified Darlene Harrington of Upper Marlboro stands beside the Christmas tree she decorated with purchased ornaments. (Shevry Lassiter/The Washington Informer)Darlene Harrington is creative to the nth degree when it comes to decorating for the holidays and other special occasions. She makes it all seem so simple and easy for anyone to do, yet her talent has garnered a reputation as a special event decorator and launched a post-retirement career that she truly enjoys.
Company Info
The Washington Informer
The Washington Informer is a Black-owned, woman-led multimedia news organization that serves African American communities in the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. Founded in 1964 by Dr. Calvin W. Rolark, the organization has a rich history of advocating for civil rights and amplifying positive narratives about African Americans. Under the leadership of Denise Rolark Barnes, the current publisher and Dr. Rolark's daughter, the Informer has evolved from a print newspaper to a multimedia enterprise. The Washington Informer focuses on education, empowerment, and community reporting, delivering news through various platforms, including a website, social media, and email newsletters. Its content is recognized by the Library of Congress for its historical significance in documenting African American experiences. The Informer primarily serves African American readers in the DMV area, catering to their cultural and socio-political interests while maintaining a commitment to accurate and community-centered journalism.
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
'+1 202-561-4100
Founded: 1964