photo by Jennifer
Ann asks:
“Would appreciate hearing from folks about Amtrak on-time performance from DC to NYC and back. How long have delays lasted? Should I take a bus instead?”
Some early responses: (more…)
Author: Prince Of Petworth
From WMATA:
“Great news for Metrorail customers! Starting Sunday, June 22, Metro is enhancing the travel experience with new service improvements – including longer weekend hours, more frequent Red and Silver Line service during peak times, and new split Silver Line service.
Weekend Hours (more…)
Thanks to Melissa for sending on Sunday:
“This…. this is very bad timing.
The master clock at the U.S. Naval Observatory (sometimes referred to as “the atomic clock”) appears to be broken. At least, the digital display on Massachusetts Avenue is. I’m sure the actual clock itself is fine, just fine, absolutely fine, this is fine! 6 second video: (more…)
Thanks to John for sending from Gaithersburg, MD: (more…)
A new something something just dropped.
This is either going to magnificent or, not it WILL be magnificent!
Standby for the review…
(These were spotted at the Cathedral Heights Giant grocery store.)
3210 Grace Street, NW
Thanks to Doug for sending: “The Ramen by Uzu on Grace Street in Georgetown held a soft opening Friday.” (more…)
photo by Beau Finley
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Thakns to Alex for sending around 11:30am: “Banneker closed at the moment. Pump/ electricity issues.”
Anyone know what time it got back in business?
Update from DGS at 4:39pm: “Banneker Pool is now OPEN! Thanks for your patience.” (more…)
Thanks to Emily for sending above: “Flipped car right off H street. I street and 6th NE. Everyone is okay!”
And thanks to Tristan who also sends a shot a bit closer up: (more…)
1227 11th Street, NW
From a press release:
“El Sol Restaurante & Tequileria, the beloved taqueria once hailed by The Washington Post’s Tim Carman as “the best taqueria in Washington by a long shot,” is turning ten — and the community is invited to the celebration.
On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, El Sol will mark its 10-year anniversary with an unforgettable evening of food, music, dancing, and the reopening of its patio. (more…)