Author: Prince Of Petworth

“Watcha gonna do when the Hulkster runs wild on YOU?”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Walking out of Target, I experienced irony, protest, and hipster passive-agressiveness embodied in the Gospel of Hulkamania, circa Wrestlemania 5, in which the meek inherit an Atomic Leg Drop.

Confused, nostalgic, and slightly anxious, I wandered through the sounds of Hulk Hogan giving whatfor to that erstwhile scallywag Randy (the Machoman) Savage!? Such bold claims! Such intrusive bravado!! I was caught between inspiration and despair. First, the manically amplified street preacher, now this? What more must Columbia Heights endure? (more…)

Driving Dangerously Over the Weekend – Flipped

By Prince Of Petworth


4300 block of Connecticut Ave, NW

Thanks to Ann for sending early Sunday morning:

“A little one-car, upside-down action at zero dark thirty this morning. Connecticut Ave / Van Ness. 🙃”

It had been 29 days since our last flipped car.

Insert your pro/con bike lane Connecticut Avenue comment/or reflexive irrelevant scooter comment, below, based on your political persuasion/age/years in DC etc.

“Monumental Sports & Entertainment Releases Additional Renderings of The Vaults at Capital One Arena”

By Prince Of Petworth


renderings courtesy Monumental Sports & Entertainment

From a press release:

“Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) revealed today updated renderings, video animations, and a detailed customer journey for The Vaults, an unparalleled luxury experience coming soon to Capital One Arena in downtown Washington, D.C. Designed to set a new standard in premium offerings within the sports and entertainment industry, the Vault Suites will offer an exclusive and immersive experience for fans in the nation’s capital. The sales process for The Vaults will launch in January 2025. (more…)

Signs of the Times: Tiki Garden on H Street, NE

By Prince Of Petworth

From Tiki Garden via email:

“Same thing happened to us this year again. So frustrated with Washington Gas. Called them several times but nothing happened. The gas line on 13th is low pressure and old. They need to be replaced and maintained regularly. Anytime we have rain or flood, the water will get inside the gas line and create a blockage. Our location will remain closed or open with limited menu and bar.” (more…)

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by DCbmyers

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