AGP Wire
Stay informed with articles highlighting the latest developments, major events, and essential updates.
Project Yellow Light names 2026 student PSA winners
AGP
Elephant Insurance-backed Project Yellow Light has announced its 15th annual scholarship winners, with student anti-distracted-driving PSAs set to appear on a Times Square digital billboard June 26. The contest drew nearly 3,000 submissions from…
Runway 7 returns to New York Fashion Week with 138 designers from 20 countries
AGP
Runway 7 will stage its 11th season at Sony Hall in New York City from Sept. 8-13, bringing 138 designers and brands from 20 countries to New York Fashion Week. The program mixes runway shows, philanthropy and entertainment, and it ends with the…
Kelly Carnes gets IAOTP tech policy honor
AGP
The International Association of Top Professionals will honor TechVision21 CEO Kelly Carnes at its 2026 Annual Awards Gala in New York City. Carnes will receive Trailblazer of the Year in Tech Policy and the Presidential Award for her work across…
EB-5 investors urged to file before September 2026 deadline
AGP
Global Immigration Partners is warning prospective EB-5 applicants to act now as a September 30, 2026 grandfathering deadline, tighter USCIS scrutiny and shifting visa backlogs could affect access to U.S. green cards.
Young artists honored at Kennedy Center art competition
AGP
The Global Humanities Foundation recognized youth artists at its 2026 Global Art Competition and Exhibition at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. The event, tied to America’s 250th anniversary celebration,…
Arizona Illuminated pavilion debuts at Great American State Fair
AGP
The Arizona Office of Tourism is bringing an immersive Arizona Illuminated pavilion to the Great American State Fair on June 25 in Washington, D.C., as part of America’s 250th Anniversary.
Andrew Ginther to be honored at national public service gala
AGP
Governing and the National Academy of Public Administration are spotlighting Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther at a June 22 gala at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The recognition places local public service on a national stage during…
Roger Wakefield joins National Mall panel on skilled trades
AGP
Texas Master Plumber and trades educator Roger Wakefield will take part in a featured panel at the Great American State Fair on the National Mall during America’s 250th celebration.
Washington Global raises funds at spring benefit
AGP
Washington Global Public Charter School held its Annual Spring Benefit in Washington, D.C., bringing together diplomats, supporters and community leaders to back the school’s programs and future expansion.
National Chamber Orchestra sets inaugural gala for June 27 in Washington
AGP
The National Chamber Orchestra will host its inaugural gala June 27 in Washington, D.C., as a fundraising event to support performances, education and community outreach.
PuLSE Institute to host national civil rights leadership dinner in Detroit
AGP
The PuLSE Institute will hold its 2026 National Civil Rights Leadership Dinner on July 29 at the Detroit Athletic Club, bringing together leaders from across sectors to honor civil rights, civic leadership and economic justice.
National report shows progress and gaps in IDD services across 38 states
AGP
A new National Core Indicators report draws on data from more than 30,000 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities receiving state-funded services in 38 states and Washington, D.C. The findings point to gains in community access,…
Refugee fashion documentary FABRIC heads to Los Angeles premiere
AGP
FABRIC, a short documentary about a Paris atelier training refugees for careers in fashion, will premiere July 30 at the 2026 Los Angeles International Short Film Festival.
Everglades Foundation rallies support for restoration in Washington
AGP
The Everglades Foundation brought supporters, lawmakers and environmental advocates to Washington, D.C., for two days of events focused on Everglades restoration.
BOW Institute spotlights Cathy Hughes at executive intensive
AGP
The BOW Institute wrapped its inaugural Executive Intensive in Washington, D.C., with a fireside chat featuring Urban One founder Cathy Hughes.
Detroit to host PuLSE Institute civil rights leadership dinner July 29
AGP
The PuLSE Institute will hold its 2026 National Civil Rights Leadership Dinner on July 29 at the Detroit Athletic Club, bringing leaders from business, government, philanthropy, labor, faith and community groups to Detroit.
HEROIC documentary previews in London on June 24
AGP
The documentary HEROIC will preview June 24 at ARC 2026 in London, spotlighting Sabin Howard’s nine-year creation of A Soldier’s Journey, the National WWI Memorial’s bronze centerpiece in Washington, D.C. The film arrives as ARC frames the…
Texas couple launches 2,000-mile bike ride to spotlight fraud victim relief
AGP
Aaron and Rebecca Novinger have started their third annual Pedaling Against Ponzis ride from the Dallas-Fort Worth area to Washington, D.C., using a human-powered velomobile to raise awareness for Ponzi scheme victims and IRS Form 4684 Section C….
ADAO opens registration for 2026 asbestos prevention conference in Washington
AGP
The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization has opened registration for its 21st Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference, set for Sept. 25-26, 2026, in Washington, D.C. The event lands as federal asbestos policy, litigation and legislation…
Indianapolis women business leaders earn national honors at NAWBO Advocacy Days
AGP
Indianapolis entrepreneurs Thresette Briggs, Judi Roth and Rebecca Bormann drew national attention at NAWBO Advocacy Days in Washington, D.C., where Briggs was named NAWBO National Board Chair, Roth won a top legacy award and Bormann joined a Meta…
Sign up for:
Culture Journal of DC
The daily local news briefing you can trust. Every day. Subscribe now.
Check Your Email!
We sent a one-time activation link to: .
Confirm it's you by clicking the email link.
If the email is not in your inbox, check spam or try again.
Welcome back!
is already signed up. Check your inbox for updates.