October is one of the best times to visit the nationâs capital as humidity is low, crowds are sparse, and the trees are just beginning to change colors. There are a number of special fall events happening throughout the month as well. Hereâs a list of our favorite things happening this October in Washington, DC.
Reggie Roby: Former Dolphin dead at 43. Former Dolphins punter Reggie Roby, known for his towering kicks, died Monday morning at home in Nashville, Tenn., where he lived with his third wife, Melissa, and four children.
Reginald Martinez Jackson. Inducted to the Hall of Fame in: 1993. Primary team: Oakland Athletics. Primary position: Right Fielder. Bob Marshall said âJust as nature fills a vacuum, Reggie fills a spotlight.â Outspoken and charismatic, Reggie Jackson was never afraid to speak his mind. He was goodâvery good, and he knew it. One of the biggest sports stars of a generation, Reggie called himself âthe straw that stirs the drinkâ.