Oof, thanks to Katrina for sending the above: “In Petworth this morning. Did it rain bowling balls last night?”
And in Navy Yard last night: Read More
courtesy Atlas Brew Works
From a press release:
“Atlas Brew Works (1201 Half Street, SE) is excited to announce its anticipated pizza kitchen at the Half Street Brewery & Tap Room location is now open. Enjoy classic, New York-style Andy’s Pizza by the slice or whole pie for dine-in or pickup. Read More
1115 New Jersey Avenue, SE right outside the metro
Thanks to Emily for sending: “what’s up with the peet’s in navy yard? ‘temporarily closed’ signage, but ALL exterior signage indicating it as a @peetscoffee is gone?” Read More
via google maps
From MPD:
“On 6/16/20 at approximately 10:15 pm, First District officers responded to the 700 block of 7th Street NW for the sounds of gunshots. Once on the scene, officers found evidence that a gun had recently been fired and began searching for involved parties and witnesses. It is believed that a confrontation between unknown persons led to the gunshots. There are no reports of injuries at this time.
First District detectives are actively investigating this incident. If any member of the public has information or video of the incident, please contact the First District Detectives Office at (202) 299-2025, or the Metropolitan Police Department’s Command Information Center at (202) 727-9099.”
via google maps
“On 6/16/20 at approximately 10:43 p.m., First District officers responded to the 1300 block of Half Street SW for a report of a shooting. On the scene, officers found an adult male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. Read More
200 L Street, SE via google maps
From a press advisory:
“The District’s Navy Yard Serology Testing Site, where the DC Department of Health (DC Health), in partnership with the Department of Forensic Sciences (DFS) Public Health Lab (PHL), is offering free serology screenings, also called antibody tests. A serology screening is a blood test that determines if someone has previously been exposed to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Individuals interested in getting a serology test should call 1-855-363-0333 to register for testing (must be at least six years old and a DC resident). The testing site is open Monday – Friday, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
BACKGROUND: Read More
Thanks to John for sending updated photos of the new Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge “From East and West of Anacostia River.” Read More
1331 4th Street, SE
Thanks to Alex for sending: “Toastique banner going up in the old Juice Laundry space in Navy Yard.”
Check out their menu here. Toastique also has a location on The Wharf at 764 Maine Avenue, SW.
1212 4th Street, SE
From TaKorean:
“TaKorean, the DC based restaurant serving Korean & Latin American inspired bowls, salads, and tacos, announces its reopening after a 13-week closure due to COVID-19. TaKorean will open their locations at the acclaimed Union Market and at The Yards in the Capitol Riverfront Neighborhood on Tuesday, June 16th. Read More
From MPD:
“On Friday May 29, 2020, at approximately 2130 hours, Fourth District units responded to the 3700 block of Georgia AVE NW, in reference to a call for Sounds of Gunshots. While canvassing the area, they located 1 adult victim, with injuries to the head. The victim was conscious and breathing, suffering from non-life threatening injuries, and was transported to an area hospital for treatment. The only lookout we have at this time, is for several juvenile males.
Anyone with any information is encouraged to call MPD on 202-727-9099 or send a text to 50411.”
One reader reported: “Woman in car was shot through windscreen in face (by crossfire?) and drove around the corner to that park to call for help (my friend called 911 for them). Miraculously conscious. She witnessed multiple shooters” Read More
1346 4th Street, SE photo by Scott Suchman
From a press release:
“Chef Michael Rafidi announces a May 30 opening for Yellow, a cafe and bakery with Levantine roots, located within his Navy Yard restaurant, Albi, at 1346 4th Street SE. The carryout cafe will be open Wednesday-Sunday from 9am-3pm, offering a taste of the Levant for breakfast, lunch, and all-day coffee. Chef Gregory Baumgartner, who oversees pastry at Albi, also leads the program at Yellow, which merges classic French technique with Middle Eastern flavors. Rafidi puts his mark on the menu with a selection of mezze and pita sandwiches. Read More
