5830 Georgia Ave, NW
From an email:
“When we reopened the Smokehouse in May we made some changes, starting with phasing out tipping and introducing a 15% service charge to all orders.
The change allows our Crewmembers to earn a livable wage and benefits such as paid sick leave and time off. It’s included it in the price of your meal, and you will not be asked for a tip at checkout.
The discriminatory history of tipping is well reported. (more…)
5th and Kennedy Street, NW
Thanks to Christopher for sending: “Any word on this? Opening up right next to the new bread establishment kennedy!”
Anyone hear anything?
While we wait on details, allow me to share this classic note from your neighbor because it cracks me up every time I randomly come across it: “you are a SHELFISH, IGNORANT LOSER” (more…)
5013 Georgia Ave, NW
Thanks to RoRo for sending: “Former Caliber Collision location at 5013 Georgia Ave & Farragut St is becoming an Enterprise Rent A Car.”
via google maps
From MPD:
“At approximately 9:56pm, the Metropolitan Police responded to the 1200 block of Jefferson Street, Northwest, for a report of gunfire. Upon their arrival, officers discovered numerous cartridge casings and a building that sustained minor damage from the unlawful discharge.
If you have any information regarding this incident contact the Metropolitan Police at 202-727-9099.”
A reader reported: “a shooting at 5th and Kennedy that may have involved a metro bus.”
From MPD:
“On April 29, 2021, at approximately 11:51 AM, gunfire was reported in the 5400 block of 5th Street NW. Officers responded and discovered multiple casings in the area. The Fourth District Detectives are investigating the incident.
If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Metropolitan Police Department at 202-727-9099.”
441 Kennedy Street, NW
Thanks to Frances for sending news about Golden Flour Bake shop coming soon to Brightwood Park. Their website says:
“Golden Flour Bakery comes from a lifelong fascination with solving problems through testing and experimentation.
As an individual with Celiac disease (gluten intolerance), our founder, Nieshia Williams, set out to find the perfect flour blend that does not sacrifice texture or flavor. As a new Black-owned business, Golden Flour strives to serve Washington, D.C. with flavorful baked goods and a shared sense of community. (more…)
Georgia and Kennedy Street, NW Photo by Lesley Warner
Update: A GoFundMe has been launched for the family of Zy’aire Joshua.
MPD wrote: “The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a traffic fatality that occurred on April 1, 2021 at approximately 3:15 pm in the 900 block of Kennedy Street NW. Anyone with information or video is asked to contact the Metropolitan Police Department at 202-727-9099.”
Full report from MPD: (more…)
713 Kennedy Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Cheesemonster studio formally announced today that they will be permanently closing their doors due to an untenable safety situation at their studio on Kennedy Street. As detailed by their public instagram post here.
One of their founders was sexually assaulted in broad daylight while attempting to do her job. Cheesemonster studio is owned by two women and is a true small business. It’s just the two of them. (more…)
Photo by Diane Krauthamer
Meghan and Allison let’s us know: “Heard a lot of big booms this morning…is it cannon practice day at Arlington National Cemetery?”
“Yes, @PoPville, we know. Cannons, Arlington, practice, etc.”
And last night readers reported starting around 9:45pm: “FYI, there was just an explosion somewhere around Delafield and Georgia. No idea what it was, but I heard/felt it at 13th and Delafield”
“Wtf is happening in Petworth/16th St Heights??? Copters, sirens, loud bang.”
via google maps
From MPD:
“The Fourth District is investigating an Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm and Destruction of Property that occurred on March 26, 2021, at approximately 5:30 p.m. in the 5400 block of Illinois Avenue NW. The suspects are described as two black males 20-30 years old who fled in a grey SUV South on Illinois Avenue NW. Anyone with information or video is asked to contact the Metropolitan Police Department at 202-727-9099.”