metro

Permission to scream, loudly, granted. Let it out. Full throated. Or you can dry your eyes with your sweet 50th anniversary metro merch

As of 8:30am:

“UPDATE: Heads up, Red Line customers. Please expect the following service patterns as we continue to address the water intrusion issue affecting our signaling system at Van Ness. Customers may experience crowding at Dupont Circle if trains have to offload. Please continue to check http://wmata.com and Metro Pulse for real-time information.

UPDATE: Red Line: Trains are operating every 6 minutes between Shady Grove and North Bethesda in both directions. Between Friendship Heights and Dupont trains are operating every 10-12 minutes in both directions, and from Dupont to Glenmont every 6 minutes in both directions. Customers will continue to experience delays in both directions.

Attention Red Line customers. Your commute this morning will be severely impacted due to water intrusion affecting signals outside Van Ness. We apologize for this inconvience as our crews continue to address this matter. Please allow extra time for travel.”

One reader writes: (more…)


History

Thanks to Ben for sending this “Blast from the past. IYKYK

Flashback to 2013: Remember Kozmo.com? Logan Circle Raze Reveals Their Logo

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Sponsored

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

With 270+ open houses across the District this weekend, there’s plenty to see before the dog days of August really set in. This weekend’s lineup spans RLAH @properties and several other DMV brokerages, from a custom-built estate in American University Park, a fully reimagined Bloomingdale rowhouse with a connected income unit, and an affordable renovated one-bedroom near Dupont Circle, among many others. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

113 U St NW
113 U St NW
  • 113 U St NW — $1,690,000 — Bloomingdale
    Open Sat. 1-3PM — David Bediz
    “A one-of-a-kind custom residence in the heart of Bloomingdale. This expansive, full-width rowhome masterfully blends the timeless character and craftsmanship of an early-1900s Washington, DC home with thoughtfully integrated MODERN LUXURY. Adding to its exceptional versatility is a CONNECTED 2BR/2BA UNIT —ideal for short-term rental income, multigenerational living, a private guest suite, home office, or simply expanding your own living space. As the LARGEST HOME ON THE BLOCK, the property spans the full width from front to back and features abundant EASTERN-FACING WINDOWS that fill the home with natural light while maintaining remarkable privacy.”

  • 319 I St SW #200 — $749,900 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 12-2PM — Katherine Krevor
    “This remodeled stunning spacious 3-level townhome has a 1 car garage and 3-bedrooms + den. Freshly painted, refinished hardwood oak floors, with an upgraded kitchen and bathrooms offers the perfect blend of modern style while preserving beautiful mid-century touches that invite the leafy trees and natural light into your living space, and is paired with an unbeatable Southwest DC location.”

  • 2125 14th St NW #401 — $750,000 — Logan Circle
    Open Sun. 1-3PM — Joseph Himali & Sierra Kim
    “Soaring ceilings, walls of light from three exposures, and a layout built for real living come together here in a way that is hard to find in the city. This corner unit offers two full bedrooms, a versatile den, and two full baths in one of the building’s most sought-after floor plans, and with only one shared neighbor on the floor, there is a rare sense of quiet and privacy. The living, dining, and kitchen areas are wide open and made for gathering, flowing together beneath exposed concrete ceilings and ductwork that conceal the central air conditioning and heat.”

  • 609 4th St SW — $1,279,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 12-3PM — Jason Skipworth
    “Welcome home to 609 4th Street SW, luxury townhome living in the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood. 609 4th Street SW is just steps from The Wharf, DC’s newest and hottest waterfront community. Features 4-bedrooms & 3-bathrooms, 2,460 sq ft spread out over 3 levels and the kitchen and all bathrooms were fully renovated.”

  • 2101 11th St NW #502 — $625,000 — U Street Corridor
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Sarah Brazell
    “Welcome home to this bright and modern two-bedroom, two-bath condo in the vibrant U Street Corridor! Featuring white oak flooring throughout, an open layout, and stylish updates, this residence offers a comfortable and contemporary place to call home. The updated kitchen features oversized espresso cabinetry, a tile backsplash, and high-end stainless steel appliances, including a gas range.”

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Rant/Revel


photo by Victoria Pickering

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Restaurants

From an email:

“DOLCEZZA, D.C.’s award-winning gelateria, is also celebrating 22 years since they opened their first shop in D.C. with the sweetest kind of birthday party: free gelato.

On Tuesday, July 21 from 5–7 pm, all DOLCEZZA locations (with the exception of the Hirshhorn Museum) will be offering guests a free scoop of its limited-edition Chocotorta gelato. (more…)


Columbia Heights


National Guard troops spotted at entrance (15th and Euclid St, NW) of Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park on Sunday afternoon.

“Dear PoPville,

There was a shooting – I swear 15+ shots – around 1:20pm right at the meridian hill/malcolm x park entrance on 16th and Euclid. Terrifying. I thought it was fireworks because there were SO many shots in a row.”

Another reader writes:

“Another (shooting) at 17th and Euclid NW about an hour ago. (1:25pm)”

MPD tells me via email: (more…)


Dating


photo by angela n.

Ed. Note: If this was you and you are interested, please email [email protected] so I can put you in touch with OP.

“Dear PoPville,

I was at Boston Logan airport (Sunday July 19) flying to DCA and kept noticing this guy in the airport. First while going through security around 4:30pm, in different lines, and then we ended up at the same gate for American Airlines Flight 1557 (5:23 pm) — which I was trying to get on standby for. Unfortunately, (more…)


U Street


11th Street NW, “Working south until either U or S Street.”

Thanks to Krishna for sending from 11th and Florida Ave, NW:

“…most people don’t realize that the stretch of 11th has such a bad road service because of the tracks buried underneath… the road surface breaks down because of the tracks underneath it.

I can’t believe it…they are actually taking the tracks out! (more…)