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Branching Out: A Search for Christmas in Alaska's Rainforest
While record setting heat and humidity engulfed the nation's capital this summer, the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) celebrated Christmas in July by embarking on an adventure to select the 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree.
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Leading by Example
Charles "Doc" Wheatley, Assistant Supervisor of the Capitol Building Plumbing Shop's evening shift, has been a constant presence on the Capitol campus since 1987. That's when he accepted his first government position and began a decades-long career serving this treasured institution.
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Arborists on Campus — The Art of Tree Care
Thanking those who keep our trees thriving.
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Ducts in a Row
The experts at the House Mechanic Shop meticulously oversee campus HVAC systems, ensuring building temperatures are optimal for both daily operations and historic preservation.
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Bravo Zulu! Great article and an excellent example of the attention to detail that our guys strive for._x000D_ Thomas Jefferson was instrumental in shaping the Constitution, and spoke at length at several meetings to expound on the intricacies of the philosophies being implemented by the founding fathers. He was considered not only one of the best read, but also one of the top brilliant minds in the founding fathers._x000D_ _x000D_ Thank you for this subject matter. It's inspiring.
Interesting to learn about things we may not notice but are important. Thank you, Erin!
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