14th and Corcoran Street, NW
Thanks to Jim for sending word about Bread Bite Bakery: (more…)
Neighborhoods
Thanks to Greg for the update: “It would really be nice if the benches in Dupont were repaired/replaced. They’ve been dis-repair for a very long time.”
via google maps
From MPD:
“The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting in Northwest.
On Friday, August 23, 2024, at approximately 6:57 p.m., officers responded to the 1300 block of Girard Street, Northwest for the report of a shooting. (more…)
Thanks to W., A. and M. for sending: “A guy tore down Rhode Island, jumped the curb and crashed into a tree before taking off on foot. (more…)
From an email:
“Crispus Attucks Park’s (1st Street and North Capitol and V St and U St, NW) outdoor movie night is coming up in September, every Friday starting on Sept. 6! (more…)
Bates and North Capitol Street, NW
Thanks to Beth for sending: “The 2015 Fresh Cut Barbershop mural at Bates & N Capitol has been painted over as part of building on the corner lot. (See what it used to look like here.)”
Ed. Note: More info on this project here.
4250 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave, NE courtesy Flynn Group LP
From a press release:
“Flynn Group LP (FG), Wendy’s largest franchisee today announced the official grand re-opening of its newly remodeled restaurant located at 4250 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave NE in Washington D.C. The new location is projected to add 45 jobs to the local economy. Doors officially opened to guests on Monday, July 22 and its official grand re-opening celebration will take place on Saturday, August 24 – including a giveaway of FREE Wendy’s for one year to the first 200 guests in line.* (more…)
Thanks to Jim and Noa for sending. Slipstream writes:
“We are thrilled to announce that our 14th Street location will be moving next month—just one block away to the iconic Studio Theatre building! (more…)
429 8th Street, SE
Thanks to Michael for sending: “the problematic 7-11 has closed. The block is already noticeably cleaner”
Updates when we learn who takes over the space.