Inauguration Day 2009 is now upon us... Tomorrow they are predicting not thousands but millions to attend the historical moment. The early count was estimated at 5 Million but now the experts are estimating 2 Million to be in attendance.

For more details on the crowd sizes and estimates click here: CROWD

They held a concert at the Lincoln Memorial on January 18, 2009 featuring artists from Bruce Springsteen to Stevie Wonder and even Beyonce. There are also a host of Official Inaugural Balls and the estimated total cost is 150 Million for all of the events connected with this historic weekend. The Campaign and supporters of Obama have raised approximately 41 Million but will not be able to cover the true cost of this weekend. To see more on the money being spent click: COST

A big concern must be safety especially for tomorrow. The current plan is to close the bridges on the Virginia side going into DC on January 19, 2009. For more details on transportation: Commute to DC

Here is the sample list of closed bridges to the general public and commuter from 4 AM to 7 PM on January 20, 2009.

  • 14th Street Bridge (Buses and Authorized Vehicles Only)
  • Roosevelt Bridge (Buses and Authorized Vehicles Only)
  • Memorial Bridge (Pedestrians and Emergency Vehicles Only)
  • Key Bridge (Buses and Authorized Vehicles Only)
  • South Capitol Street Bridge (Buses and Authorized Vehicles Only)

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    With many people using the Metro to attend we encourage you to be careful as this could be a disastrous opportunity for those that do not love our Country- the United States of America. Exercise caution and perhaps even watch the event from your own home.

    May we seek the better in all men and look to the future with hope of a new day!