
Dismount Zone at 13th and L Street, NW. (more…)

Dismount Zone at 13th and L Street, NW. (more…)

2471 18th Street, NW
We were close but it’s now official from Smoke & Barrel:
“We are excited to say that we ARE NOW OPEN!
Swing by for delicious BBQ, Cold Craft Beer, and Cocktails. (more…)

From Dupont Underground:
“Have you ever noticed how you find things you never would’ve imagined in your relative’s basement? Dupont’s Basement is an arts market that relishes in the fancily strange and unique to bring a fun shopping experience to the Dupont neighborhood.
There will be a total of 18 unique vendors showcasing their creative works!
Sunday, July 11, 2021
12:00 PM 5:00 PM
Dupont Underground 19 Dupont Circle Northwest”

This rental is located at 1926 17th St NW near U St. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1,850 / 500ft2 – SPECTACULAR RENOVATED DUPONT STUDIO – HWF, SS Appl, HC, W/D in unit (Dupont U Street Logan) (more…)

From Ice Cream Jubilee (301 Water Street, SE; 1407 T Street, NW):
“Ice Cream Jubilee was just named as America’s Best Ice Cream by People Magazine and the Today Show!
People.com, “10 of Our Favorite Ice Cream Shops in the U.S.”
Today.com, “41 of the Best Scoop Shops And Frozen Treat Brands in the US”
We’re also launching NEW Blueberry ice cream pies and New flavors to celebrate July 4 and President Biden’s favorite ice cream, Vanilla Chocolate Chip! (more…)

courtesy Kilwins
From an email:
“We are excited to announce the news of Kilwins opening its first Location in Washington D.C. in the Navy Yard across the street from Nationals Park.
Kilwins D.C. opened it’s first location in the District of Columbia on Monday June 28th across the street from Nationals Park in the Navy Yard (1250 Half St SE). Kilwins known for its original recipe ice cream and Mackinac Island fudge is originally from Petoskey, Michigan and has 147 franchise locations across the United States. Kilwins was started in 1947 by Don and Katy Kilwin that began as a chocolate and confections store. (more…)

1119 V Street, NW
Jeff reports: “Saw the owner of Tacos El Chilango tonight (Tuesday) and he told me tonight is their last night. The Arlington location (a food truck I think) is remaining open.”
A call to the restaurant this morning rings without a voicemail option.
Tacos El Chilango opened in 2012 next to Izakaya Seki on V Street.
Their Facebook says:
“The most authentic, delicious Mexican tacos in the DC area. (more…)

Cam sends around 8:40 this morning: “Every day I think to myself the intersection of Massachusetts, L, and 11th Streets is the worst intersection I’ve ever seen. Surprise, accident there this morning”

R Street between 14th and 15th Street, NW
From MPD: “Alert: Shooting Investigation at 2111 hrs in the 1400 block of R St NW. No lookout at this time.”
At the time a reader reported “15-20 shots were fired”
As of 7:30am Wednesday morning, readers still report “R Street currently closed to all traffic between 14-15th with police presence”
Update from MPD:
“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch seek the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a vehicle in a homicide that occurred on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, in the 1400 block of R Street, Northwest. (more…)

1811 14th Street, NW
Back in March we learned about Commonwealth’s plans. They opened last Thursday, looking good! (more…)