Neighborhoods

Do you believe in miracles? The Lane edition

By Prince Of Petworth


1408 Okie Street, NE

Thanks to Theresa and all who passed on from The Lane:

“To our beloved community,

A month ago we sent you the hardest news we’ve ever had to share (and man, we’ve had some tough ones), but as always, you lifted us up and showed up big time. We were absolutely floored by all of the kind words and desires to keep The Lane open, and even more so when so many of you raised your hands to help in truly meaningful ways. Thank you!

Today, we are SO happy to tell you that two members of this community will be taking over ownership of The Lane as of March 1st. (more…)

“Rue Cafe, 3906 14th St NW, is now open” and looks awesome!

By Prince Of Petworth


3906 14th Street, NW (14th and Randolph, across from Little Coco’s)

Thanks to James and everyone else who sent the good news over the weekend: “Rue Cafe just opened today. They’ve got Ethiopian coffee, breakfast, and lunch items, as well as cookies and pastries. The owner, Nebiyou, was lovely, as were the staff.”

Molly writes: “Ethiopian coffee forward with a nice small menu including Avocado toast (I had, it was great), (more…)

Fences Return to the Capitol, Road Closures for the State of the Union Address, Military Police/Vehicles Spotted Downtown

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Nicky Sundt

From the United States Capitol Police:

“Below you will find the road closures for the State of the Union address on March 1, 2022. These are the same road closures the USCP has had in the past and are not related to the potential truck and vehicle convoys.

Beginning at 5:30 pm on March 1, the following streets will be closed to traffic: (more…)

“loudest gunshots I’ve ever heard in 14 years living in Shaw.”

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

A reader reported around 1:30am: “loudest gunshots I’ve ever heard in 14 years living in Shaw. Any idea what’s up?”

Alan Henney reported:

“SHOOTOUT, MULTIPLE SHOTS FIRED INCLUDING HI-POWER GUNS— 7th St and S St NW DC. Numerous reports received of ~25-40 shots fired from multiple guns including rifles. So far nobody found shot; police are checking.”

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