2438 18th Street, NW
I just noticed that Shiva Tobacco was shut down by ABCA: (more…)
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“Dear PoPville,
Stopped a very cute stranger named Sarah to compliment them on the most stunning glacial lake blue overalls (Saturday around 2 pm). You excitedly told me (more…)
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From Pinstripes:
“Pinstripes Holdings, Inc. has taken an important step to secure our future by voluntarily filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and closing some locations, with the support of our lenders.
We will keep operating as usual – welcoming guests, hosting events, and supporting our remaining team members.
We know the past week has been difficult, and we thank you for your patience and support as we move through this transition. While some of our locations have closed, many remain open and continue to welcome you as always.
You can still visit us in: (more…)
From DC YIMBY:
“Once again the Zoning Commission votes to add delay and expense to much-needed housing
Zoning Commission votes 5-0 to delay approval until at least October 23
For over 10 years, the lot at 901 Monroe St NE in Brookland has sat vacant, even though it’s across the street from the Brookland Metro station, five blocks from a grocery store, and surrounded by local businesses. This prime location could provide much-needed housing in Ward 5, yet it has remained empty due to restrictive zoning and a few loud voices opposing change. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
I wanted to draw your attention to a story in our neighborhood of a local father taken into ICE detention one week ago today.
We have started a GoFundMe and are focusing on media attention while we work to bring him home. His family is very brave and have been willing to go on camera to draw attention to this injustice.
On Monday, September 8th, Gerson López Funes, was stopped by MPD at 13th and Farragut for a supposed traffic infraction while traveling home with is family in Washington, DC. Within minutes of the traffic stop (more…)
3421 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to Kevin for sending us the scoop:
“Coming Soon signs being posted for Highlands Tavern where Cleveland Park Bar & Grill used to be.”
Ryan also writes: (more…)
1326 Park Road, NW
“Dear PoPville,
I want to send some love to El Rinconcito 2 in Columbia Heights. They are a wonderful family business with delicious Salvadorean food, drinks, and a lovely patio. Business has been slow recently due to **all this** and they could use some love. I’d be heart broken to lose this longtime staple. (more…)
photo by angela n.
From the DC Office of the Attorney General (OAG):
“Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today issued a Consumer Alert to help inform District residents about predatory practices in the home solar system sales and loan industry.
Because federal tax credits for residential solar systems are ending at the end of 2025, residents may see an uptick in high-pressure sales tactics by salespeople for the home solar system industry. (more…)