via IG
From Geoff Tracy: “Odd as this might be we are opening two pop up kitchens starting tomorrow in the West End and on Capitol Hill.” (more…)
Capitol Hill
via Bright MLS
Thanks to the many, many readers who requested we take a closer look at this gem in the rear of 210 10th Street, SE:
“Can you please find out the story behind this amazing (time capsule? Cowboy theme?) house? I’ll cry if this is bought and then turned into a luxury condos.”
via Bright MLS
The Bright MLS listing says:
“Master Craftsmanship of glass, Stone and Steel. Exotic Woods, Native Stones from Virginia and Minnesota, Black Granite, Italian Tiles, Repurposed Antiques, This Home consists of two apartments, a ‘Tiny’ house, with wonderful enthralling details. MGM , Disney, Gaudi and Newton (and Nicholas Cage would stall and wail at the style. Designed and Built by Charles Gessford in 21-Aug-1893, the building is a fortress. Car wheel bearings hold the 270 pound entry door. Synchronized bike bearings open the upper kitchen dining area. I(metal eye) beams provide the base for the stone staircase to the second floor. Survivalists could feel secure from most of the SWAT vehicles immediately available, it is a solid fortress. (more…)
Photo by Jim Havard
From Eastern Market:
“Due to an employee testing positive for coronavirus (COVID-19), @EasternMarketDC Farmers Market and Merchant Hall will be CLOSED on Sunday 4/26 for deep cleaning and will reopen on Tuesday 4/29 for normal business operations.”
Ah this is a super cool one. Thanks to much to Fred for sharing this find:
“I had the plaster taken down from my staircase wall of my home in SE DC a few years ago and found some old advertisements.
Did some research and was thinking of picking up the trail again. Here is what I know after sift through the archives. Perhaps your readers have more insight. There is definitely more of this on the second floor of the home, just have not uncovered it yet. (more…)
Thanks to Lindsey for sending from near Garfield Park.
If you spot a hawk or any interesting wildlife around town, lunching or otherwise, and get a good photo please send where you spotted it to [email protected] and I’ll add it to the queue. Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
More magnificent shots of Pizza Squirrel: (more…)
via google maps
From MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a suspect in connection with an Assault With Intent to Commit First Degree Sexual Abuse offense that occurred on Thursday, April 16, 2020, in the 1100 block of 8th Street, Southeast.
At approximately 7:00 am, the victim encountered the suspect at the listed location. The suspect requested the victim engage in a sexual act while exposing himself. When the victim refused, the suspect brandished a knife and assaulted the victim. (more…)
From MPD: “At approximately 11:00 pm last night in the 500 block 8th St SE, an unknown suspect(s) broke glass to the front door to an establishment and stole 2 bottles of whiskey and fled. Suspect information is unknown. Anybody with information is encouraged to call the MPD tip line at 202-727-9099 or text a tip to 50411.”
Ed. Note: This follows yesterday’s report that Dio Wine Bar was robbed of wine on H Street, NE. We also subsequently learned that Bar Bullfrog was also robbed on H Street, NE that night.
Photo by Brandon VerVelde
Brandon reported: “mugging/assault on 1500 block of Constitution Ave NE. Three assailants fled on foot. Thankfully neighbors saw it go down and were out to help in seconds. 5+ squads and an ambulance”
From MPD: “The First District is currently investigating a robbery that occurred this evening at approximately 7:55 pm in the 1500 block of Constitution Ave NE. The victim reported that they were approached by several suspects, who began punching him in the face before taking his wallet. (more…)
701 8th Street, SE formerly Spring Mill Bakery, via CYM IG
All is not awful!! Fine it’s still pretty awful but I’ll take what I can get:
“Capitol Hill squad!! We are opening this week! For real! Opening day is Wednesday and you can order online for pick up starting now. FYI for this @barracksrow location you’ll need to place your order by 2pm the day before pick up.” (more…)
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via google maps
Readers reported: “Just heard what sounded like 6-7 gunshots, a pause, and then 6-7 more in response.”
Update from MPD: “Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday, April 13, 2020, in the 700 block of Longfellow Street, Northwest.
At approximately 11:20 pm, members of the Fourth District responded to the listed location for the report of the sounds of gunshots. Upon arrival, officers located an unconscious adult male, suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment. After all life-saving efforts failed, the victim was pronounced dead.
The decedent has been identified as 25 year-old Clarence Skrine, of Northwest, DC.
Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the police at 202-727-9099. Additionally, anonymous information may be submitted to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by sending a text message to 50411.”
via google maps
From MPD:
“The First District is currently investigating a carjacking that occurred last night at approximately 10:23 PM in the 400 block of 10th Street NE. (more…)