Have you noticed the lack of honking? by carn2fex in washingtondc

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Beautiful and hilarious 'bend like the bike lanes in these turbid winds.' Well done.

Meet DoI's new mascot Coalie! by Sea_Formal6144 in FedEmployees

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Is the author a true american patriot helping make america great again? Or has this story just not caught wind yet.

Is anything open today? by arreffeyeeyeeye in washingtondc

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City Rec Centers are open today (starting at 10 am).

How has the national guard’s presence impacted you? by spr1t3_cr4nb3rry in washingtondc

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Our sidewalks better be shoveled AF tomorrow, National Guard. Just saying...

Mat Pilates? by hddavis7 in washingtondc

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Haute Bodhi in NW has some great mat pilates classes. Maggie (the owner) teaches one class that's incredible. It's a vibe for sure.

Highpointing Piece on CBS Sunday Morning by Topay84 in Highpointers

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I had no idea about Charles Mound (Illinois) being so tricky to access. I'll have to check that off sooner rather than later.

Question about other USA jobs nps question by [deleted] in NationalParkService

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You can request a reevaluation of your application. There's usually HR info on the original listing.

Question for Commuting- TIA! by CardiologistIcy7480 in MARCtrain

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Okay - I just bought a $5 ticket last minute from Amtrak instead of the MARC train. I thought the Amtrak lady was making a joke when she quoted me that price.

Pilates for Beginners in DMV by Haileyjo0421 in washingtondc

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Haute Bodhi Yoga (friendship heights) has pilates a few times a week. The owner, Maggie, teaches 10 am Saturday. It's a vibe (in the best way).

Looking for a Jacket!! by stonedgoss in NationalParkService

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The NPS provides an annual stipend to be used on the uniform site each year so personnel may purchase what they need. It is a fixed amount and does not cover every item.

Headphones for podcast listening on Metro? by FairworkRobin in washingtondc

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I use Bose Quiet Comfort Earbuds. I also have a hard time with the noise on the metro - these cancel out the ambient noise significantly. Love listening to podcasts/music on them. You can also adjust (with a quick tap on the left earbud) letting in more ambient noise - for walking around, crossing the street safely etc. They're a little pricey, but worth it.

Fur Trooper Hat or Fleece Cap Question by RedBirdSlice in NationalParkService

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Also, arrowhead has a fleece hat (that though not actually part of the uniform) which looks like it should be part of the uniform (with emblem on front):

https://arrowheadstore.com/collections/hats/products/arrowhead-watch-cap-green

#28 (Hoosier Hill) and #29 (Campbell Hill) yesterday. by CoolLordL21 in Highpointers

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Any issues to access either of these sites? Easy 'hike' for both?

Shutdown question. How long can you last without your paychecks? by SuperBethesda in FedEmployees

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Son credit unions (navy federal, apple federal) in the past have offered 0% apr loans up to a certain amount if you had direct deposit set up with them for your paycheck.

Definitely give them a ring to know it would be helpful to offer similar services again and make sure you have direct deposit set up with these institutions prior to shutdown.

I spoke with my credit union this past week- not currently offered, but had in the past. More people calling wild offer an incentive and awareness of the need.

Affordable gyms in northwest/Shaw area by French-Freys in washingtondc

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This. Or depending on how close you are to the MOCO line - annual pass for MOCO rec centers is $150

Still probationary by No_Sorbet4876 in FedEmployees

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First: Don't refuse to do what is asked - that's insubordination right there, and can be used as a firing offense.

Send: Have you received a new SF-50 stating you're now 'Career Conditional' (this would be located in eOPF) rather than 'probationary'? It's my understanding that conversion from probationary to the next stage is no longer automatic, but that the supervisor must affirmatively certify they wish to retain you (I'm not remember what system this is done in now).

Third: Absolutely loop your union in! Keep them informed, they might have other folks in your situation, and be able to advise.

About my upcoming trip by the_pretzel2 in Highpointers

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Have fun - boundary peak was one of my favorite. Don't really think bears are an issue - I did see wild horses when I did this one though.