via DC Fire and EMS
The owner tells me that “DC Fire thinks it was struck by lightning. I loved that car. I am truly heartbroken.” It was a BMW/MINI 2005/2006.
Props to DC Fire and EMS for their quick work, as always.
DC Fire and EMS reported Monday around 5:30pm: “5100 Block of Fulton Street NW
Automobile fully engulfed.
Extinguished quickly.
Vehicle was unoccupied. No injuries.”
Post carbque and video of it engulfed: (more…)
5520 Connecticut Ave, NW
Thanks to J. for sending the good news on Monday:
“Just wanted to let you know that barista in chevy chase DC is having their soft opening. I went by there today and they said they are planning to have their grand opening in a few days. (more…)
Thanks to Tom for sending the latest in Logan Circle: “and we paid how much for this? Maybe the landscaper should’ve been Four Seasons Total Landscaping (of Guiliani fame).” (more…)
233 12th Street, SE
From a press release:
“Mott’s Market, the beloved Capitol Hill corner store that neighbors rallied to save and restore, will celebrate its grand reopening on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at 233 12th St. SE, Washington, D.C. 20003, just south of Lincoln Park.
After more than four years of fundraising, renovations, and a lengthy permitting and approvals process, Mott’s Market is once again open for business. The grand reopening celebration will start in front of the Market and then move to the newly renovated back patio and will feature refreshments, entertainment for kids and adults, and a festive community gathering to mark the return of a neighborhood institution. (more…)
3917 14th Street, NW
“Bar de tapas & vinos”
Thanks to Charles for sending the new La Plaza Bar & Tapas by Chicatana signage from from MetroLeaf next door: (more…)
photo by Tim Brown 4000 Georgia Ave, NW at Taylor Street, NW
“Dear PoPville,
Just went into the 7/11 at Georgia and Taylor NW and it felt like Déjà vu – stuff missing from the shelves, no pizza, no 7/11 brand stuff, no hotdogs – felt just like how the 7/11 at 14th and Quincy felt the month before it closed. I asked the cashier if they were closing and he said yes by or before the end of the month.”
Stay tuned.
1336 9th Street, NW
Speaking of action at 9th and O Street, NW – Maxwell has applied for a new streatery:
“Licensee is requesting a Streatery Endorsement with 22 seats.” (more…)
Thanks to LSH for sending: “Work is being done on the Emancipation Statue in Lincoln Park” (more…)
Thanks to David for sending from Lanier Heights. Is that a fox? Another angle below: (more…)
1400 9th Street, NW at 9th and O Street, NW
Excellent update from Genika Café:
“Our soft opening is here! ☕️
Join us this Monday, August 10th, from 9 AM to 1 PM as we open the doors of Genika Café for the first time. (more…)