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@mikehjr tweets us word from Gizmodo:

Sometime in 2014, the Defense Department will deploy a pair of JLENS blimps over Washington DC to watch over the nation’s capital. At 74-meters long, the aircraft aren’t exactly Goodyear blimp-sized, but they’re not inconspicuous either. The JLENS system is made up of two aerostats: One equipped with a fire control radar that provides targeting data and the other with a surveillance radar that can see in all directions. Floating at 10,000 feet above the ground, the JLENS system will also be able to see all the way out to the Atlantic Ocean.

Reader says the guy was out cold. Impressive…

Photo by PoPville flickr user Vileinist

Jeremy Barr is a native of suburban Maryland, he now lives in Mount Vernon Square. He last wrote about MPD light towers.

In a city like Washington, D.C., there are many ways to show off your creativity and sense of humor. And in this new, wired, interconnected world of ours, one such medium for expression is your WiFi network.

When I get up in the morning and connect my devices, I always wonder why someone chose to name their network “kittenfat.” Another neighbor’s choice — “notyours” — makes clear their antipathy toward sharing.

With an afternoon to burn and a gassed-up Vespa, I decided to scoot around town in search of D.C.’s most clever WiFi names. I hit up about 15 cafes and bars (mostly in Northwest) in total.

Based on my extensive, scientifically-sound research, I can posit that internet memes are a big source of inspiration. There’s “ERMAGERD” (Adams Morgan) and “ErNardNet” (Woodley Park), and the 2010 classic “Hide_Yo_Kids_Hide_Yo_Wifi” (18th and U).

Two other throwbacks are “snakes_on_a_network” (Adams Morgan) and “More Cowbell” (Foggy Bottom), a reference to a classic Will Ferrell Saturday Night Live bit. I’m also going to guess that “Jwoww” (Columbia Heights) was a choice made in 2009 or 2010.

Animals are also a big thing. At Tynan in Columbia Heights, you can try tapping into “honeybunny,” “Sleeping Bear” or “doggilove.” I’ve never heard of a “crabdawg,” but apparently someone living near Dos Gringos in Mt. Pleasant has.

I’m not religious, but I was impressed with “Jesus is Watching You Do That” at The Coffee Bar in Shaw.  Though “GirlsGoneWireless” was a more enticing option.

As you’d expect, downtown D.C. has the most boring WiFi names. And some people, including Craig of “Craig’s WiFi Network” (Logan Circle) opt for the literal route. I’m sure he has his reasons.

What’s your favorite network name? Do you know Craig?

Photo by PoPville flickr user Rich Renomeron

Thanks to a reader for sending this gem from vacation rentals:

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Huffington Post has the update on the guy who was looking for a last minute wedding date on craigslist:

a woman he’d previously volunteered with at Dreams for Kids D.C. private messaged him and said she’d like to be his date.

“We both had the time of our lives at the wedding and will be hanging out again soon.”

See photos from the date here.

A reader sends in this Craislist ad – and wonders if this the “Greatest Craigslist Personal Post Ever”?

One Man Needs Date to a Wedding – 28 (Northwest DC)

Due to a last minute cancellation (we do not speak of her name) I’m resorting to the powers of Craigslist to help me find a date for a wedding this weekend in Lexington, VA (i had to google it as well). If you’re still reading here are the facts and why you should come:

– you only yolo once
– you get to wear a dress
– open bar & food all night
– you get to pop n lock it w me on the dance floor (see pic 2)
– I can fly (see pic 3)
– I tend to ride a lion on top of horse (see pic 4)

more fun facts about your potential date:
– I have a degree
– I have a job
– I am a clean man
– I have never been arrested
– I don’t like murder

Looking for a well-rounded young lady that is educated, can dance, and is at least 21.

if interested you should please provide:
– a selfie
– brief resume
– your favorite color