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Miracle on 7th Street Kicks Off 4th Year Next Friday in Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth

Photo credit: Ana Valentin

From a press release:

“Miracle on 7th Street (1843 7th Street NW) returns for a fourth year of over-the-top holiday cheer on Black Friday, November 23. Or, as Drink Company call its, Black & White Friday, since the new pop-up bar highlights D.C.’s most iconic residents: pandas!


Photo credit: Ana Valentin

Expect panda-monium at this year’s Miracle on 7th, which features a panda mural, panda mugs and more adorable panda moments. This year, guests can ring the jingle-bell canopy, step inside a giant New Year’s Eve ball and share a kiss in the mistletoe photo booth. (more…)

Part of Florida Ave near U Street Still Closed for a shooting investigation that occurred last night

By Prince Of Petworth


9th and Florida Shut Down By Police This Morning 7:30am photo by Ali

Ali writes:

“On my morning commute this morning around 7 am, I came to an abrupt halt at 9th and Florida due to the whole area being closed off by police. From Warby Parker in Shaw all the way down to Nellies was taped off, including side streets. There were multiple police cars throughout each closed off area as well.”

Anne reported:

“What in the world is going on tonight?! Sounds like there may be a third. Heard at least 6 gun shots around 10:35 or so. Shortly after, lots of sirens. Still hearing them now. Can’t be certain but the sound of the shots seemed like it came from somewhere southeast of Shaw/Logan.”

From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 800 block of Florida Avenue NW. An adult male has been transported to an area hospital with a non life threatening gunshot wound.

Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area as we investigate.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

“In reference to the shooting investigation, the 700 and 800 blocks of Florida Avenue, NW along with the 1900 and 2000 blocks of 8th Street, NW are currently closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic. These closures may extend into rush hour traffic so please plan an alternate route should this be your normal course of travel in the morning.”

Ed. Note: Further west on Florida Ave:

“Good morning. The Northbound lanes of 18th Street NW between T Street and Florida Avenue are currently closed to vehicular traffic as a result of a police investigation. The Metropolitan Police Department is assisting with traffic control for a federal agency who has executed a search warrant related to violent crimes and narcotics in the block.

We are working to get the roadway reopened as soon as possible. In the meantime motorists may experience delays in this area.”

Are these signs legit?

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Wondering if you could take a look at the above photo and weigh in on whether it’s legitimate. These appeared Sunday (11/11) on both sides of our entire block in Shaw. While parking will be unrestricted in the evenings, the 7 AM start time screws over everyone who leaves for work at a later time than that, and to restrict parking on both sides of a whole block seems like a lot. What’s more, these parking signs don’t look like the usual ones I’m used to (maybe because it’s tree work, but I’m not sure) and I’m not sure enough notice was given. Am I overreacting or missing something? What say the readers?”

Two Shot Near U Street/Florida Ave Sunday Night

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD [12:52am]:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the 1900 block of 8th street NW. An adult male has been transported by ambulance to the hospital with a gunshot wound to the torso.

A second adult male was taken by private vehicle to an area hospital, suffering from a gunshot wound. It is believed that this second victim was also shot in the 1900 block of 8th street NW.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

“This is extremely dangerous, especially at night when the metal blends into the surrounding bricks”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I am writing to warn other readers of a safety hazard on Florida ave between 6 and 7 st NW. Tonight, I was taking a leisurely stroll to my friends midterm watch party when I saw the new construction next to the Howard theatre. I live close by and was in awe of the fast construction of the new condos that are going in next to the theater. Taken aback the speed of construction, I was looking up towards the new building when all of a sudden I was taken down to the ground by the remnants of an unmarked street sign, about 1 ft. in height. I fell to the ground because I kicked the metal street sign poll so hard that I split my ankle open. I hobbled to my friends and was able to ice and take some Advil, but what can we do to make sure the city marks these hazards for pedestrians? (more…)

Laotian Restaurant, Hanumanh, “coming soon” to Shaw

By Prince Of Petworth


1604 7th Street, NW

Thanks to John for sending: “on my way home last night I noticed that, in between Dacha and the forthcoming Jake’s Tavern (which now has signage up), there’s a permit application notice for a Laotian restaurant & a sign on the door that says “Hanumanh coming soon”. The windows and doors are papered over at the moment, but a couple weeks ago I was able to peek through the window and saw a finished bar with chairs and a really cool mural on the opposite wall.”

Sweet! Back in June 2016 we first posted some scuttlebutt that a new spot from owner/chef of Thip Khao was coming here. Boom!

A liquor license application also says:

“New Restaurant serving Laotian Cuisine. Sidewalk Café with 35 seats. Total Occupancy Load is 75 with seating for 40.”

STAY TUNED.

“Benjamin Banneker Academic High School to Relocate to the Former Shaw Junior High School”

By Prince Of Petworth


900 block of Rhode Island Ave, NW

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser and interim DC Public Schools (DCPS) Chancellor Amanda Alexander announced that Benjamin Banneker Academic High School will relocate to the site of the former Shaw Junior High School. In making this announcement, the Mayor also committed to working with the Shaw and DCPS communities to open a new middle school that aligns with the District’s enrollment needs.

“Families and students are succeeding at Benjamin Banneker Academic High School, and, now, we are proud to take this step toward increasing access to a highly sought-after program,” said Mayor Bowser. “As families continue to choose our public schools, we’re going to continue working with the community to provide high-quality options – at every level – that set our young people up for success.”

DCPS is planning to open the new Banneker at Shaw Junior High School by school year 2021-2022. The relocation is expected to increase programming capacity by 300 students. (more…)

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