photo by Jordan Barab
“Dear PoPville,
I had a weird ICE encounter yesterday. Boarding for my flight out of BWI was delayed, the gate agent mentioned in passing that it was bc of immigration. When we finally start boarding, after agent checks ticket / passport, there were like 6-7 ICE agents on the tunnel. They checked every single person and their passport, they asked me why (more…)
3008 Q Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
For a minute I thought this was real, and then I burst out laughing. For those who may not know, Georgetown has been overrun by too many banks, pretty much destroying its character. Sara’s and its companion location Dent Place Market are great neighbors. (more…)
photo by Solomon Tucker
Thanks to Solomon for sharing with us:
“Left something behind at TSA at DCA?? you may or may not ever see that item again since the GOVT shutdown has forced the short staffed folks to close lost and found.”
And thanks to Larry for sending the “only remaining Smithsonian: (more…)
“”The Only Honest Ripoff in DC”
Intersection of M St. NE and 1st St. NE
Hours of operation are at owner’s convenience”
Thanks to Josh for sending from NoMa: (more…)
“Dear Lime Access Member,
As we move into Fall, we wanted to connect with our valued riders with some important updates. Every ride you take helps transform how people move throughout our cities, connecting communities and creating more livable urban spaces for everyone.
To continue growing the Lime Access program and provide more value to our community, we will be updating the monthly fee to $30 starting October 30, 2025. This fee unlocks unlimited free Lime Access trips all month long.”
“Dear PoPville,
When the scooter/bikeshare company Lime first set up operations in D.C., it was required (alongside other micromobility companies) to make various affordances in order to earn the right to park its vehicles on city sidewalks, including operating a low-income program offering affordable rides to people who make 200% or less of the federal poverty line. (more…)
Thanks to tattoo artist Bridget Berrigan from Cry Baby Studios for sharing her incredible work: (more…)
Thanks to Elizabeth for sending: “From 6th & E NE yesterday (10/23). Definitely a Christmas tree.” (more…)
photo by Jeff Vincent
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From MPD:
“On Sunday, October 26, 2025, the Marine Corps Marathon will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration: (more…)
