Author: Prince Of Petworth

“Positive Cyclospora Test in DC”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I unfortunately have finally received a positive Cyclospora test result after weeks of symptoms and have contacted the DC Health Dept to report it. I noticed that there haven’t been reports in DC proper, so I wanted to report here so the DC community knows and can stay safe! People with Cyclospora are not contagious as it doesn’t transmit between person to person. But, people should be careful when purchasing bagged lettuce and salad kits, berries, and fresh herbs as these are the leading contenders for where the outbreak is possible transmitted. Stay safe, and if your symptoms are persisting longer than a week or so insist on getting tested for cyclospora. (more…)

Today* in Corgis*** Around Town

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Emily for sending this great shot from Columbia Heights:

“A call back to the post on keg being hauled by bike up the 11th street hill. Heroes bike among us!”

Corgis*** around Town is made possible by the Friends of the Delabere Pritchett Blaine Society.

***This series features any pets in a backpack/bag/vessel. On metro, or not. Corgi, or not, and often NOT a corgi but the series started with corgis and I can be obstinate…send your finds to [email protected]

Pressed Juicery closed both DC locations

By Prince Of Petworth


1431 P Street, NW opened here in 2022

“Our modern, streamlined stores are here to support you on your wellness journey. With a knowledgeable team ready to offer personalized guidance and fresh recommendations tailored to your daily routine, we’re here to help you thrive.”

“Dear PoPville,

Pressed juicery closed!! On P street and in Georgetown (1300 Wisconsin Ave, NW)!” (more…)

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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“When we finish the Piney Branch Tunnel, it will hold at least 4.2 million gallons of rainwater and wastewater during heavy storms.”

By Prince Of Petworth


“Clockwise from top): Overflow area where combined wastewater and stormwater are released into Piney Branch; Work to construct tunnel shaft underway; Construction next to sewer overflow area where tunnel will begin; and Crews working on construction site”

Update from DC Water:

“DC Water broke ground on the Piney Branch Tunnel, the final major tunnel in our Clean Rivers Project. This work will help keep sewage and trash out of local waterways and make Rock Creek, the Potomac River, and the Chesapeake Bay cleaner for our community.

When we finish the Piney Branch Tunnel, it will hold at least 4.2 million gallons of rainwater and wastewater during heavy storms. Instead of overflowing into Piney Branch, that water will go to the Blue Plains Water Resource Recovery Facility, where it will be treated. (more…)

Missed Connections – AWS Summit 2025

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by LaTur

Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP.

“Dear PoPville,

Basically, I had a long chat with a wonderful gal at AWS Summit 2025 (last year) and I was just reminded about that missed opportunity when this year’s conference just ended. I felt that we really vibed and I’d love to get to know her more. I’m throwing a hail-mary today and also posted to the DC area subreddits.

Full story below: (more…)

Continuing Coverage of the Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Fountains Cont. “Water seems maybe clearer?”

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Todd for sending the latest yesterday (Thursday) afternoon around 2:30pm:

“Water seems maybe clearer? Closure signs appear to be down.”

And so concludes this week’s continuing coverage from Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park.

Stay tuned for coverage from Slurpee Park next week.

John shared some background in 2025: (more…)

Ping Pong Patrol: “After nearly a decade* in Washington, DC, we have made the difficult decision to close SPIN DC. Our final day of service was June 27.”

By Prince Of Petworth


1332 F Street, NW

*SPIN DC opened here in December 2018.

Terrible news for fellow ping pong enthusiasts:

“After nearly a decade in Washington, DC, we have made the difficult decision to close SPIN DC. Our final day of service was June 27.

We’re incredibly grateful to every guest who celebrated birthdays, hosted company events, played their first game of ping pong, or simply stopped by for a great night out. Most of all, we want to thank our amazing team, whose passion and dedication made SPIN DC what it was.

While this chapter is coming to an end in Washington, the SPIN story continues. You can still enjoy SPIN at our seven other clubs across the U.S., and we hope to welcome you there soon.

To everyone who was part of the SPIN DC story: thank you. It has been an honor to serve this community.” (more…)

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