Quick Saturday Night Notes

• Over 3,000 volunteers helped extract a lot of trash from the Potomac River Watershed. About 131 TONS worth from around the District, Maryland and Virginia.


• While we wait for the Redskins' season to begin, there's always some playoff NBA basketball. Grab your Washington Wizards now while they're still retail price. Scalpers aren't gonna be that generous if we get a game seven.


• Should DC Police continue to reward witnesses for criminal cases? Some say yes; some say the program hasn't been as rewarding as its potential so stop it already.


• Looks like it rained on their parade, but I'm sure people still enjoyed the Cherry Blossom Festival Parade. What else is there to do on a rainy day?


• Like to ride bikes? Ever been through Columbia Heights? The CityPaper has a good article about the risks of simply strolling by on your bike.


• The Capital Classic is back in the capital for its 33rd year. Get all the info you need about the allstars, the game schedules and how to get tickets for the event this Wednesday. The first 1,000 fans receive a FREE event t-shirt.