For the second consecutive year, FamousDC and the National Confectioners Association brought together the biggest names in politics, media and influence — from Capitol Hill to K Street — for an evening celebrating #NationalCandyMonth. Guests gathered at Sonoma Restaurant and Wine Bar just steps from the Capitol dome to enjoy …

This past year was filled with an unlimiting vision, an abundance of achievements and a few cups of coffee in between. Whether we were home in our nation’s capital or packed into a Ford Expedition on our way to Cleveland, we wouldn’t have made it without you (and a full …

If there was ever a time for the sweetest candy puns, this would be it. Last night Christopher “Gindy” Gindlesperger of the National Confectioners Association made a king-sized announcement – he and girlfriend fiancé, Adriana Brizuela, are engaged! The two sweethearts spent a romantic evening in DC after Adriana took a scavenger hunt-style …

They say the best way to spread holiday cheer is singing loud for all to hear. Now don’t get us wrong, we love Celine Dion’s rendition of O Holy Night, but you don’t want us singing that loud for anyone to hear. Instead, we’ll stick to a guaranteed crowd pleaser and spread …

Candy – we love to treat ourselves every now and later, but rarely do we think about the direct impact the #PowerOfSweet has every time we purchase – and thoroughly enjoy – our beloved Hershey bar. The sweet snacks that bring smiles to our faces (and stomachs) are pretty much lifesavers, bringing …

FAMOUS FORECAST Could it really be the sun? YES! FRIDAY JAM Brought to you by Taz Jones of Bryant Row. It’s gorgeous out there today, folks, and that’s a powerful reminder to pause and enjoy the simpler things in life – they’re usually the best. You’re going to need a great soundtrack …

It’s #NationalCandyDay, which doesn’t make a ton a sense seeing as Halloween was five days ago, we’re twitching from a sugar overdose, cavities are forming on our molars, and our kids have had a side of KitKats and Pixy Stix for breakfast lunch and dinner every day this week. BUT …

According to a recent report by the National Confectioners Association, candy making fuels the economy to great effect. Industry leaders gathered at The Newseum with Members of Congress and the media to introduce new data proving the economic impact of the confectionary industry. The #PowerofSweet campaign revealed that candy does …

This is a really on-point piece from Politico by Helena Bottemiller Evich. Big deals over immigration reform or government spending may not be getting made on Capitol Hill, but political maneuvering can yield a free pack of Skittles for a staffer with a sugar craving. It just might cost a …

Chris Brown cut a guy [down] 62 year old woman ran her 100th marathon [MCM] Guerilla gardener gets revenge [DuPont] 1966 plans reveal Metro could have been a little [different] Giving out Halloween candy? Reese’s are America’s [fav] Photo by Kevin Wolf

And it’s come to this: An eighth-grade student body vice president in Connecticut was forced to resign after buying _____ from an underground “dealer.” a) weed b) a gun c) skittles Your answer … skittles. h/t Fark

This electronic message made it to our email box yesterday. We need a post about the Longworth store switching out the option to bag your own candy (and the ability to mix and match) for prepackaged amounts. This aggression will not stand man. Consider this a warning shot to the …

This report is full of sugar and funny.