Cleveland Park

Congresswoman Norton Requests National Park Service Change Name of Melvin Hazen Park

By Prince Of Petworth

From Congresswoman Norton’s office:

“Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) sent a letter requesting that the National Park Service (NPS) change the name of Melvin Hazen Park in the District of Columbia and work with the community to find a more suitable name. Hazen helped demolish the African American community in the D.C. neighborhood then known as Reno City. Norton noted in her letter that NPS appears to have the authority to change the name without congressional action because the name was designated administratively.

The full text of the letter is below. (more…)

Sponsored

DC Open House List for This Weekend: April 24, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

1313 12th Street NW
1313 12th Street NW

DC Open House List for This Weekend: April 24, 2026

With 430+ open houses happening throughout the District, buyers have no shortage of options to explore. Warmer weather is settling in, making it an ideal time to get outside, tour neighborhoods, and take in everything the city has to offer. And with Earth Day just behind us, it’s the perfect reminder to appreciate not just the homes themselves, but the communities and green spaces that make DC such a great place to live. To see the full DC Open House list, click here. (more…)

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Announcement

“Cultural Excellence brings the Dupont Artisan Market is coming back for a 19th season!

By Special cultural Artisan Fair begins its 19th year April 11th!

It was an electrifying start to ArtRave’s 19th season, with a record-breaking attendance of 11,000 people! A huge thanks goes out to our supporters who came out in droves. We also extend our gratitude to the incredibly talented artisans across various artistic disciplines. Finally, a special shout-out to our dedicated staff for curating such a remarkable event and paying attention to every detail that makes ArtRave a unique venue. From fine arts and sculptures to high fashion, wood carving, table making, metalwork, live plants including Bonsai trees, book authorship, gourmet cuisine, and delicious baked goods, there was something for everyone to enjoy!

Join us for our next show on Saturday, April 25th, from 11 AM to 5 PM, featuring music in the park at our Dupont Circle venue located at 1913 Massachusetts Ave NW, at the corner of Connecticut Ave, just steps away from the Dupont Q Street Metro.

Go to “Cultural Excellence brings the Dupont Artisan Market is coming back for a 19th season! Read more
Capitol Hill

“Shooting at NE Chick-fil-A”

By Prince Of Petworth


1401 Maryland Ave, NE

A reader reported around 12:15pm “There was just a shooting at NE Chick-fil-A. Crime scene tape is up and they’re making all the cars back up out of the drive through. They loaded one guy up in an ambulance. Looked like maybe shot in the arm” (more…)

Georgetown

For Lease Sign Posted at Home of ‘The Wing’ “a network of co-working and community spaces for women”

By Prince Of Petworth


1056 Thomas Jefferson Street, NW

Thanks to Jade for sending: “Just saw this in Georgetown! Is the Wing closed permanently?”

The Wing’s website still says: “We’re saving a space for you when we re-open.” The Wing DC’s Facebook hasn’t been updated since June.

Updates on the space as we learn more.

Van Ness

Calvert Woodley “will remain closed until our entire team has been COVID tested”

By Prince Of Petworth


4339 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Thanks to those who messaged:

“Dear Calvert Woodley Community,⁣
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We just learned that two of our colleagues tested positive for COVID-19, after being exposed to the virus through someone outside the store. The two team members had very little contact with customers or other members of the CW staff.⁣
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For the safety of our team and our customers, we are closing the store immediately and will remain closed until our entire team has been COVID tested. We also contracted with a deep cleaning company to disinfect the store, February 25. (more…)

Medical

February 24 Coronavirus Data Posted: 40,122

By Prince Of Petworth


Yesterday there were 39,943 total positives.

explore all the official D.C. data here

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Wednesday, February 24, 2021 includes 179 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 40,122.

The District reported that four additional residents lost their lives due to COVID-19.

64-year-old female
66-year-old male
69-year-old female
86-year-old female

Tragically, 1005 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.

Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)

Downtown

“Mari Vanna DC will soon open its doors, after extensive renovation, with upgraded menu, with new entertainment”

By Prince Of Petworth


1141 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Good news from Mari Vanna:

“My dear friends,

As you all know, last spring Mari Vanna closed its doors. It was a very sad time for our DC team, and we were sad to be missing from your lives at such trying times.
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Why did this happen? Because, despite trying their best, the franchise holders could not weather the pandemic. We know many thought that this is the sad end for Mari Vanna’s beloved home in DC.
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But Mari Vanna’s core team has never been the ones to shy away from a challenge. (more…)

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