“1500 block 9th Street, NW Picture taken July 9, 2025”
“Dear PoPville,
6 months later…was a statement ever released at an appropriate time, or a plan of action re these long-abandoned properties?
I walk by these buildings often, and have been a Shaw resident for 20+ years so I know the probable answer to this question, but I thought maybe there might be some momentum by the DC govt and/or Shiloh after (more…)
Old Trusty’s Signage from back in the day at 1420 Pennsylvania Ave, SE
Feels like just yesterday we just celebrated their 10 year anniversary – amazing! (more…)
Photo by PoPville flickr user Erin
WHOA somehow I missed the sale of Culture House!! They shared June 18th:
“Hi there! We’ve got some news.
In June 2025, National Community Church purchased Culture House.
The church plans to continue offering Culture House as an art exhibit space and event venue, adding church and community events to the mix. The new owners also plan to retain the property’s iconic murals on the exterior and in the upstairs ballroom.
While multiple gallery directors have facilitated Culture House exhibitions, Cicie Sattarnilasskorn has been stewarding artists and projects within the space since January 2022.
In honor of all that has gone into Culture House so far, we will be running a retrospective of projects and programs in our stories now through June 25, 2025.
Everyone, show us your favorite moment at or in the space!
Artists and activators who have activated this space, show us something!”
Join the Night Court for a night of dancing and drinking faerie wine! The night starts with dance performances inspired by the A Court of Thorns and Roses series followed by a dance party amongst your new fae friends!
Buy your tickets here!
Date: July 12th, 2025 (more…)
Big news from Lost City Books (2467 18th Street, NW in Adams Morgan):
“🆒📰 WE’VE GOT SOME BIG COOL NEWS 📰🆒
starting this Friday, July 11th, Lost City Books is now purchasing used books! (more…)
2414 18th Street, NW
Back in May readers reported: ‘Readers report: “ABCA shut down B&K Convenience in Adams Morgan. This place is a staple that’s been here forever.”
Looks like they squared away whatever they had to square away because they’ve reopened.
via google maps
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department has identified a suspect in the fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday in the 1000 block of 14th Street, Southeast. The reward for information leading to the arrest of the suspect has been increased thanks to contributions from our partners at the FBI Washington Field Office and U.S. Marshals Service.
On Saturday, July 5, 2025, at approximately 3:03 a.m., First District officers responded to the report of a shooting in the 1000 block of 14th Street, Southeast. Officers located a 3-year-old girl suffering a gunshot wound to the upper body. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and transported the girl to an area hospital, where she received treatment for critical injuries.
The preliminary investigation revealed that at least one suspect began discharging a firearm in the block, striking a parked vehicle where the girl was seated alongside family members.
On Monday, July 7, 2025, the victim succumbed to her injuries. The victim has been identified as 3-year-old Honesty Cheadle, of Southeast, DC. (more…)
From a press release:
“Animal Outlook, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to exposing cruelty in animal agriculture and promoting transparency for consumers, has achieved a significant victory in its lawsuit against Harvey’s Market. The case, filed in the District of Columbia Superior Court, challenged Harvey’s Market’s alleged deceptive advertising practices related to foie gras. As part of the settlement reached on June 26, 2025, the nearly 100-year-old butcher has agreed to permanently cease the sale of foie gras. (more…)
4th and N Street, NW from our archives back in 2009
It’s only been about 12 years since last checked in on this long vacant spot.
Stopped by on my walkabout over the weekend and wowza work is actually happening: (more…)
1925 14th Street, NW
From a press release:
“Wonder, a new kind of food hall that allows diners to experience the nation’s best restaurants and chef offerings in a single order, from Marcus Samuelsson’s Streetbird to New York’s iconic Thai eatery SriPraPhai to Atlanta barbecue favorite Fred’s Meat & Bread, is set to open its first Washington-area location in the 14th Street corridor on July 10, with a Rosslyn location opening quickly thereafter, on July 24. (more…)
