“Dear PoPville,

Has anyone else been noticing the bus operator availability for a lot of routes recently? It’s quite frustrating since a lot of the common commuter routes has implemented “increased rides” during peak hours, but now (more…)


“Dear PoPville,

I just wanted to remind folks to be wary of people coming to their door asking for your Pepco account number. Last night I had someone from Inspire Energy come to my door trying to get me to switch to their green energy supplier. He told me that if I didn’t switch to a green energy source I would have two fees added to my Pepco bill, and this door-to-door visit was my “final notice.” (more…)



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If anyone has info, please email me at [email protected] and I’ll put you in touch with OP.

“Dear PoPville,

The crash occurred on Thursday, April 13th at about 2:45pm slightly north of the corner of 36th and Garrison St. NW. Unfortunately, he was in a very bad state (and still is- broken ribs, fractured skull, stitches, and extensive road rash), so he doesn’t remember what happened except hearing a car revving up right behind him immediately beforehand.

He was on his bike (not sure of type or color); he’s an avid cyclist, so likely a road bike. And he’s a white male in his early 60s. (more…)


J. writes: “Got single print visitors parking pass on ParkDC. Parked in indicated area – see screengrab from ParkDC website. Got $60 in parking tickets. Please help.”



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“Dear PoPville,

Alas, I’ve decided to buy a new bike and am looking for where I can donate my old one. I’ve heard about Gearin’ Up Bicycles, but have had some issues getting ahold of them by phone and email. Does anyone know what the latest is with them? Alternatively, does anyone else know where else I can donate my old bike? Thanks!”


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