
1100 1st Street, NE
Thanks to Elaina for sending on Friday:
“West Wing Cafe NoMa Closed. Walked by there today and they are emptying their shelves! What’s happening?!” (more…)

1100 1st Street, NE
Thanks to Elaina for sending on Friday:
“West Wing Cafe NoMa Closed. Walked by there today and they are emptying their shelves! What’s happening?!” (more…)

via google maps
From MPD around 9:30pm Sunday:
“First District units are currently investigating calls for sounds of gunshots around the area of 20 N street and also Half and L street SE…Anyone with information relating to these sounds, or any other criminal event that has occurred please call 202-727-9099 or contact me directly at [email protected]…”
a reader reported:
“I just got off the metro and there’s are a ton of cops and the street in front of big stick is taped off.”

via google maps
From MPD around 1am:
“The Fifth District is investigating an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Knife) that occurred on Monday, February 4, 2019 in the Unit block of Florida Avenue, NE.
An adult male victim was found at the location suffering from multiple stab wounds to the body. The victim was taken to an area hospital for treatment of non life-threatening injuries.
Anyone who may have information pertaining to this investigation is asked to call 202-727-9099 or may send a text message to 50411.”

Kouign Amann
From an email:
“Pluma by Bluebird Bakery is nearing our 1st year anniversary on Feb. 3rd which falls on Sunday. To celebrate and thank all of our loyal customers, we will giving out 50 free Kouign Amann to the first 50 customers at the shop and also have all day $5 mimosas! (more…)

1309 5th Street, NE via District Doughnut
From District Doughnut:
“We have a special announcement: our Union Market space is open! We are extremely excited to join so many incredible small businesses and restaurants.
To celebrate our opening, we are giving out a District Doughnut coffee mug to the first 30 customers on Friday, February 1st! Each mug will have a mini Funfetti doughnut inside.
Come and check us out in our new home in NE DC. We look forward to seeing you!”

99 New York Ave, NW
The ATF.
Thanks to CW for sending.

2nd, Delaware and M Street, NE
Thanks to John for sending:
“I got a little tour of the soon to be open Red Bear Brewing Co. They hope to open in February some time and host some pop ups for food while people drink. They also have a huge selection of board games to keep people occupied. Looks to be a huge addition to NoMa and the Uline Arena.” (more…)

Rendering courtesy EDENS
La Cosecha’s website says:
“La Cosecha is a contemporary market celebrating Latin American culture and conversation. Together, we engage through authentic flavors, art and heritage. 1270 4th Street NE.
A natural meeting point of the diverse Latin American cultures in DC.”

rendering courtesy Gensler
From a press release:
“La Cosecha, EDENS’ contemporary Latin market, will open this summer in the heart of the nation’s capital and the Union Market District at 1270 4th Street NE with more than a dozen businesses in over 20,000 square feet of culinary, retail, entertainment and community space.
Meaning “the harvest” in Spanish, La Cosecha, will be a central gathering place celebrating Latin American arts, culture and heritage. Fusing education and experience, La Cosecha will bring a collection of first-to-region restaurants, retail, cultural programming and pop-ups to Washington. The La Cosecha community will be comprised of artisans, businesses and entrepreneurs delivering authentic foods, flavors and craftsmanship to the nation’s capital. (more…)

via google maps
Thanks to all who messaged last night:
“Someone’s was just shot on 11th and K SE. outside Potomac Gardens. It’s a serious situation with massive police response.”
From MPD:
“Alert: MPD is on the scene of a shooting in the 1100 block of K Street SE”
“On 1/23/19 at approximately 9:15 p.m., officers from the First District responded to the 1100 block of K Street SE for a report of a shooting. On scene, officers located a juvenile male who had sustained a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was transported to an area hospital for further treatment. At this time, there is no description of the suspect[s].
The case is being actively investigated by First District Detectives. Investigators can be reached at (202) 299-2025, should you have any information about the incident. Alternatively, information can be forwarded to investigators by contacting the Metropolitan Police Department’s Command Information Center at (202) 727-9099.”
Also regarding other messages I received around 8:15pm:
“Massive police presence at 6th & Florida NE near Union Market/Gallaudet. Any idea what’s going on?”
One reader reported:
“MPD Says a mountain bike officer was hit by a vehicle. The officer has minor injuries. The striking vehicle remained at the scene”

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From MPD around 8pm:
“Earlier tonight officers responded to a call for sounds of gunshots in the area of the 600 block of Orleans PL NE. Units canvassed the area and learned that a round had passed through a window of a residence in the 1100 block of 6th St NE. No injuries were reported. Anyone with any information regarding this offense are urged to contact MPD at 202-727-9099 or via text at 50411.”
This sounds awesome – anyone else take a taste yet? Is it that good? Check out some of their menu here.