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From MPD at 7:20pm:
“Alert: Shooting Investigation in the 3100 block of 16th St NW. Lookout is for a B/M, black hooded sweatshirt, light blue jeans last seen southbound on 16th St on foot”
Update from MPD: (more…)
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Columbia Heights
3100 14th Street, NW
Thanks to all who’ve sent updates about the Lidl grand opening in Columbia Heights next week.
T. writes: (more…)
3115 14th Street, NW at Kenyon
Thanks to Harry and Jeremy for sending: “Signage is up at the space next to Geico on 14th and Kenyon. Tamashaa – Indian Restro Bar. Hopefully opening soon! Fingers crossed.” (more…)
From DDOT:
“DDOTDC’s bus priority team has selected a final concept for Columbia Road & will begin design, including bus & bicycle lanes along the corridor. Stay updated with the latest news & progress, including the anticipated construction schedule in 2024.” (more…)
3100 14th Street, NW photos courtesy Lidl
At long last the big news from Lidl:
“Lidl US, one of the nation’s top-ranked grocers, will open its newest store in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, June 28 in Columbia Heights. The store, located at 3100 14th St. NW, will be Lidl’s second in the District after its successful opening in 2022 at Skyland Town Center. The store will hold a soft opening at 8:00 a.m. Local leaders, including Deputy Mayor Keith Anderson, will welcome Lidl to the community at an official ribbon cutting ceremony at 10:00 a.m. The grand opening day celebration will feature get-them-while-you-can special offers for customers. The store will operate from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Sunday. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Speaking of car excitement in Columbia Heights… Did anybody tell you about the car chase Sunday between 13th and Monroe and the fire station on 14th?
What had happened was, I was standing on the corner when a minivan pulled into the crosswalk in front of Monroe Street, blocking traffic. the two ladies jumped out of the minivan, ran down monroe street towards the coupe, and started beating on another car, three or four cars back.
One thing led to another… And before you knew it, one of the ladies was on the hood of the car, straight up TJ Hooker style, holding onto the wiper, with the car racing down Monroe towards 14th St. (more…)
Thanks to Mike for sending earlier this morning (Sunday, 6/11/23) from 15th Street, NW outside Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park. (more…)
3100 14th Street, NW
Thanks to A. for sending on Friday “Lidl put up new signage. Maybe inching closer to an opening date?”
Anyone hear rumors of an opening date? Stay tuned!!
1400 Meridian Place, NW
Back in February we learned that Trinidadian Cuisine would be coming to Columbia Heights with Trini Vybez. This space was formerly home to Karibbean Kitchen and the Getaway and Social before them.
The liquor license placard now posted for Trini Vybez says: (more…)
3400 14th Street, NW at Otis Pl, NW
Thanks to H. for sending more on the old Sheba Cafe space: “I just walked by the old Sheba Cafe in Columbia heights. I spoke with the owner and he’s opening a coffee shop (that specializes in ethiopian coffee and cuisine) within 10 days or earlier! (more…)