“Dear PoPville,
I’ve noticed this public parking space on New Hampshire right by Bandit Taco off of U st. The motorcycle is normally parked directly in front of the truck, looks as if the person permanently blocks the spot with the motorcycle (attached photo) when they use the truck? Is this legal?”
“Dear PoPville,
I mailed a check to DC Office of Tax and Revenue. The check was intercepted and altered on the payee line, paid to order of an individual. Which Law Enforcement agencies will help investigate and recover the funds? My bank is physically located in San Francisco. Thank you.”
If this is you, please email me at [email protected] and I’ll connect you with OP.
“Dear PoPville,
Earlier this week on Monday, June 13, I fell off my bike trying to go up a curb around Dupont Circle and fell. I didn’t have any serious injuries but I hit my mouth and the bleeding made me think my injuries were worse than they were (and note that I was wearing a helmet).
No one was around to see me fall but I flagged down a woman as she was walking out of a building between 21st/22nd st and N St. She helped me call 911 and stayed with me until the ambulance came, (more…)
12th and U Street, NW
Thanks to all who sent word, miracle of miracles, that the 7-Eleven on U Street has reopened: (more…)
Thanks to Ken for sending: “Yes, the heron is about to consume what you think it is. From near RCP and the Sunoco on Virginia Ave NW.”
If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
1509 17th Street, NW
Happy Gyro (RIP Komi always) no more:
“We have a new name! Introducing Gemini × Happy Ice Cream. Natural wine shop by day, dinner carry-out by night.” (more…)
photo by Melpomene Wetzlar
Thanks to Melpomene Wetzlar for sharing: “Arlington National Cemetery morning flyover with V22 Ospreys, a bit bright and hazy at the AF Memorial.”
Another one is coming at 1:10pm today (Thursday.)
Stills from Kendall Splawn
Thanks to Kendall for sharing the river view of last night’s craziness.
From DC Fire and EMS:
“Water rescue Ohio Dr & Buckeye Dr SW on the Potomac River side. Truck partially in the water. Driver self extricated with no injuries.” (more…)
4810 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Update from Emma and ah: “I am told that the owner recently passed away – unexpectedly – and there may not be a clear succession plan in place.”
City Bikes tweeted May 18: “It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Charlie McCormick, founder and CEO of City Bikes. In this period of grief, and respect for Charlie’s legacy, we have temporarily closed the doors of the business while we are evaluating the next steps.”
“Dear PoPville,
Drove by their location on Wisconsin and the store was temporarily closed with a sign on the door. (more…)
819 Upshur Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
I saw that San Matteo looked close to opening in March, but it seems to have been all quiet since then. Do you happen to have any intel on an opening date?”
Unfortunately emails haven’t been returned from the group. Anyone hear anything? Hopefully not too much longer.