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Oof following on the heel of the Junction Bistro and Bar recent closing in Friendship Heights/Chevy Chase comes word of Hunter’s Hound closing right around the corner from them: (more…)
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“Grandmaster Carol Middleton, a 7th degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and the founder and director of the D.C. Self-Defense Karate Association (DCSDKA), died on Aug. 11, 2026, in Chantilly, Va. She was 78 years old.
Grandmaster Middleton was a national figure in martial arts and women’s self-defense for almost 60 years, teaching Tae Kwon Do and self-defense to many thousands of Washington, D.C.-area students throughout the school’s history.
DCSDKA was founded in 1976 and classes were held in locations around Northwest D.C., including the Marie Reed Recreation Center, All Souls Church Unitarian, and Bancroft Elementary School in Adams Morgan and Mount Pleasant. Later, DCSDKA moved to Georgia Avenue. DCSDKA students were a familiar site at events in Washington, including Take Back the Night March demonstrations and youth performances at community gatherings. (more…)
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Fall officially arrives on Monday, and DC is sending summer off with a full slate — 333+ open houses across the District this weekend. The light is getting golden, the humidity has finally packed up, and it’s about as pleasant as house hunting gets around here. Grab a coffee and make a loop. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.
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4115 46th St NW — $2,249,000 — American University Park
Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3PM — Debi Fox
“Totally Reimagined and Expanded Home in AU Park. The Essence of Modern Luxury by Award-Winning Dilan Homes. The Newly Designed Home spans 3 Levels with 4218 square feet and backs to Turtle Park with alley access from the fenced-in backyard.” -
1840 Primrose Rd NW — $1,595,000 — Colonial Village
Open Fri. 12-4PM & Sun. 11AM-1PM — Katherine Krevor
“Welcome to a rare mid-century retreat on approximately one-third of an acre, surrounded by the natural beauty of Rock Creek Park. This thoughtfully updated 1958 residence retains the defining architectural elements that make mid-century homes so special—vaulted ceilings, walls of glass, clean lines, and a seamless connection between indoors and out. The main level alone spans more than 2,000 square feet, offering an exceptionally generous footprint that is increasingly difficult to find in Northwest DC.” -
1231 Wynton Pl NE — $815,000 — Brookland
Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3PM — Thomas Doyle
“At 1231 Wynton Pl you will find a beautifully maintained home on three levels with all the comforts and none of the hassle. Built in 2021, this Brookland townhome is one of the largest models in the neighborhood. Spread across three levels, the layout gives everyone room to breathe.” -
4523 Nebraska Ave NW — $1,500,000 — Wakefield
Open Sat. & Sun. 1-3PM — Lina Criales-McAuliffe
“The wait is over! Freshly painted 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath home with attached garage and driveway for additional parking. This is an exceptional opportunity in one of Northwest D.C.’s most coveted neighborhoods, just moments from Tenleytown Metro and Jackson-Reed High School. Move right in and renovate over time, or collaborate with your architect to create a stunning custom residence.” -
14 S St NE #302 — $515,000 — Eckington
Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4PM — Lorin Mones
“Welcome to this immaculate top-floor 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo in the heart of Eckington, offering 1,128 square feet of beautifully designed living space. The wide-open floor plan is filled with natural light and features gorgeous built-in cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, generous closet space, and a seamless flow ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.” -
2351 Champlain St NW #P4 — $1,284,900 — Adams Morgan
Open Sun. 1-3PM — David Treanor
“MODERN 3-LEVEL PENTHOUSE LOFT WITH MONUMENT VIEWS FROM PRIVATE ROOFTOP TERRACE IN PRIME DC LOCATION! This bright and open penthouse unit features 1,800 sq ft of living space and over 800 sq ft of private outdoor space with two balconies and an amazing rooftop terrace with a hot tub, outdoor shower, inside top-level wet bar/ kitchen area with office nook, and stunning monument views.”
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“Dear PoPville,
We said hello at Down Dog Yoga in Georgetown while getting water and practiced a few mats apart on Sunday 6 Sept at 0800. (more…)
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From AlertDC Tuesday night around 9:15pm:
“Alert: MPD Units are investigating a Armed Carjacking at Taylor Street and 7th Street, NW. Lookout for is for (3) suspects, 15-17 years old, (more…)
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🍂 Fall is here — and so is FOSH Fall Fest!
For twelve years, Friends of the Soldiers Home has kicked off autumn the right way — and we're not stopping now.
“Dear PoPville,
The neighborhood Post Office on 14th ST NW just north of S St was locked with no one inside at 11:32 TODAY as three puzzled customers tried to make sense of it outside. No explanation was posted out front. Same scene an hour later.”
Another reader wrote yesterday: (more…)
From MPD:
“Missing Person 53-year-old Antoinette Forbes, who was last seen in the 3200 block of Nebraska Avenue, NW, on Friday, September 4, 2026.
Have info? Call 202-727-9099 or text 50411.”
From an email: (more…)
3228 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
“Dear PoPville,
We just drove by Augie’s in Cathedral Commons and the patio walls they had built/ patio tables /tvs all gone ! Any idea what happened?”
Another reader writes: “We are working backwards at Augies at Cathedral Heights. Looks like no permit for patio.” (more…)
An upgrade or downgrade?
All the info from WMATA:
“A new way to find your way
Metro is introducing a new Metro Rail wayfinding system designed to make traveling clearer and more consistent. It has been carefully designed to honor the legacy our region inherited 50 years ago.
The new system begins rolling out with the first signs installed at L’Enfant Plaza in September 2026. By the end of October, customers will see a fully restored station with updated signs and navigation information.
Metro plans to bring the new wayfinding system to five more stations over the next six months. (more…)
18th Street, NW note the Chevron gas station in the background
This morning we posted a ‘dose of DC history’ from Adams Morgan and Charlie shares the awesome still above from the 1993 film In the Line of Fire. I gotta watch that movie again, this is great.
Your dose of DC history: (more…)