Anacostia

“a condominium building in Ward 4 (Petworth) where construction was so faulty that the building physically sways on windy days”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the DC Office of the Attorney General:

“Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced successful outcomes in two separate appellate cases in which the District sought to hold landlords and developers accountable for harm they caused to DC residents. In one case, the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) secured a decision upholding a Department of Buildings order that requires a developer to fix faulty construction that caused a Ward 4 condo building to sway in the wind, endangering unit owners and the community. In another case, OAG won a decision upholding the validity of rent refunds for 2,500 tenants at Marbury Plaza (now re-named Langston Views), a Ward 8 apartment building where landlords severely neglected the building, endangered residents, and refused to make court-ordered repairs. (more…)

“UPDATE: Section of Martin Luther King Jr. Ave in Southeast DC to remain closed for multiple days to repair road damaged by water main break”

By Prince Of Petworth

Update:

“As of 5:30 p.m. service has been restored to all homes, businesses, and apartments affected by the water main break and has been updated below. Work continues on road repairs.”

“DC Water is nearing the completion of repairs on a broken 8-inch water main on Martin Luther King Jr. Ave Southeast; however, motorists are advised to continue to steer clear of the road. It’s expected to remain closed between Howard Rd and Talbert Street through Tuesday and possibly longer.

Water service is expected to be restored to homes, businesses, and apartments affected by the water main break later this evening. Work will then begin to stabilize and reconstruct the compromised road. This is expected to require the entire road to remain closed, curb to curb, for repair and repaving.

Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes such as I-295 to avoid lengthy delays in the area. Those unable to avoid the area should maintain caution and adhere to the following detours: (more…)

A New Whiskey Bar is opening inside DCity Smokehouse’s Anacostia location!

By Prince Of Petworth

From a press release:

“A whiskey bar launches within DCity Smokehouse, located on Marion Barry Ave SE. This establishment is part of a local chain celebrated for its award-winning selection of smoked meats, which includes brisket, ribs, pork belly, and their renowned wings. The new whiskey bar will feature a curated selection of bourbons, whiskeys, and ryes, carefully chosen to complement the flavors of their smoked meats.

Owner Melvin Hines expressed enthusiasm for the new addition to the brand, stating, “We are very excited to showcase our curated list of small-batched whiskeys, with suggested food pairings from our team. Our goal is to bring an elevated experience to your favorite neighborhood spot.”

The whiskey bar is set to open on Friday, April 18th, (more…)

When the 11th Street Bridge Park Opens there will be Free public WiFi throughout the park thanks to a deal with Comcast

By Prince Of Petworth


Image Courtesy of OMA+OLIN

From a press release:

“The 11th Street Bridge Park, Washington’s first elevated public park, today announced Comcast as its official “Connectivity Partner.” The company will provide free high-speed internet access, free laptops, and digital skills programming for the park’s anticipated one million annual visitors, and surrounding community. The investment announced today is part of Project UP, Comcast’s $1 billion commitment to help advance digital equity. (more…)

Saturday Night/Sunday Morning Shootings

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD sent at 2:24am: “Alert: Shooting Investigation in the 900 block of Westminster Street N.W.. Lookout for White Toyota occupied by (4) black, males wearing ski-masks and armed with handguns.” (more…)

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