713 D Street, SE
From Hill’s Kitchen:
“After 17+ years of owning Hill’s Kitchen, it is time for me to pass the baton. I am thrilled to introduce amazing people to continue the legacy of Hill’s Kitchen. After this weekend, Sarah and Miles will be the new owners of the store. They are excited to get to know you all, join our amazing Hill’s Kitchen community, and bring new energy to the store. – Leah (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I wanted to share this GoFundMe that our neighborhood has set up to support the family of Jose Carcamo, the man who tragically died last weekend after being hit with a stray bullet in Columbia Heights.”
The GoFundMe says:
“Our community experienced an unimaginable tragedy last weekend when our neighbor, José Cárcamo, was killed by stray gunfire while in his home in Columbia Heights. His family is devastated by this loss and our whole neighborhood is mourning in solidarity. (more…)
photo by Emma K Alexandra
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser was joined by the District Department of Transportation (DDOT), the NoMa Business Improvement District (NoMa BID), and community members to unveil the newly transformed Mamie “Peanut” Johnson Plaza at the intersection of Florida Avenue and New York Avenue NE. The completion of this $41 million infrastructure project marks a major milestone in the Bowser Administration’s work to create safer, more accessible, and better connected corridors across all eight wards. The event also celebrated the completion of the Florida Avenue Multimodal Streetscape Project. (more…)
5108 MacArthur Boulevard, NW
Thanks to Catherine for sharing the sad news about The Fox at the Palisades, which only opened here in October 2024.
The Fox at the Palisades writes:
“It is with a heavy heart that we announce The Fox at The Palisades is closing as of June 2, 2025. It has been an incredible time, (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Could you maybe run a happy thing about post offices? People can send in their favorites?
My favorite is Mt. Rainer, just north of Eastern Ave on RHI. The people who work there are great and you can schedule your passport renewals there. They take photos too! Parking right out front and there is hardly ever a line. Maybe I shouldn’t share…”
801 H Street, NE
The official word from Aldi: “Come join us for our Grand Opening on Thursday, June 5th, 2025!” (more…)
4513 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Thanks to David for sharing the latest from “2D Noodles, in the old Starbucks storefront, looks to be shaping up nicely. The worker’s tell me they’re going with a “soft opening” this week.”
Peek inside: (more…)
1807 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Noa for the final update “Old blank street coffee on 14th is officially for lease”
Fin.
Updates when we learn who gets it.
From the DC Office of the Attorney General:
“Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced that two companies—Equinox and Capital Healthcare, LLC (AllCare)—will pay in excess of $117,000 and reform their business practices to resolve allegations that they required employees to sign unlawful noncompete agreements. Equinox is a luxury fitness studio with three locations in the District, and AllCare provides primary and urgent healthcare at five clinics across DC. (more…)
320 Florida Avenue, NE
Thanks to Jodi for sending:
“Looks like Toolbox Pilates and Art Studio will open soon at 320 Florida Ave NE in Union Market District! Sign’s out!” (more…)