“Dear PoPville,
The jersey barriers in front of CVS at Georgia and New Hampshire were removed this morning [Saturday]. Do you have any knowledge of why? That sidewalk didn’t stop being too narrow to social distance and the pandemic remains raging so it seems premature at best.”
Thanks to Craig for sending the remains of this Snow man and snow dog from Friendship Heights.
Image Credit: Library of Congress
I keep forgetting to post this bit of awesome from The White House Historical Association:
“It’s hard to imagine the White House at any address other than 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW–but at the turn of the twentieth century, Washington, D.C. socialite and activist Mary Foote Henderson proposed a new home for the president. (more…)
This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.
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…)
Photo by Vincent
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At some point a lot of guys realize they don’t really have a friend group anymore.
Not in a dramatic way. Friends move away, people get busy, and actually seeing the same guys regularly almost never happens.
“just north of T St NE looking south down North Capitol”
Thanks to Kirsten for sharing these great shots from earlier this morning. (more…)
Join us for an enjoyable evening tasting a wide variety of wines, spirits, craft brews, and other beverages from the Land of the Hellenes… all to benefit the trees! We have brought together an impressive collection of brands that are committed to sustainability, and a splendid time is guaranteed for all.
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Thanks to Melissa for sending: “Draper, the sage schnairedale in Edgewood watching the snow… knowing it’s better to be on the inside looking out.”
A bit of a wet, muddy rainy snowy mix today. Still nice to look at!
Yesterday there were 37,877 total positives.
explore all the official D.C. data here
From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District’s reported data for Saturday, February 6, 2021 includes 158 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 38,035.
The District reported that five additional residents lost their lives due to COVID-19.
· 59-year-old male
· 63-year-old male
· 66-year-old male
· 75-year-old female
· 90-year-old male
Tragically, 952 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.
Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)
“”Brady’s” hero was Firefighter Matt Owen of Rescue Squad 2.” photo by DC Fire & EMS
DC Fire & EMS reported around 8pm Saturday: “DC animal rescue in the woods off 42nd & Edmunds St NW. Dog inside a storm drain about 100 yards into the woods. Unit on scene requesting confined space rescue assignment.”
“Update Animal rescue 4200 block Edmunds St NW in woods. #DCsBravest are devising a plan to get into the drain pipe to reach the dog.”
“Update animal rescue. A member of #DCsBravest Special Ops from Rescue Squad 2 has successfully rescued “Brady”, a black lab who had been trapped several hours in a storm drain with water flowing.”
Thanks to Sarah for letting us know: (more…)
Photo by DC Fire & EMS
DC Fire & EMS reported at 4:35pm Saturday: “Engine 5 made quick work of this car fire at 35th & Garfield Streets NW. Another day at the office.”
Photo by Jim DiNatale
Yesterday there were 37,634 total positives.
explore all the official D.C. data here
From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District’s reported data for Friday, February 5, 2021 includes 243 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 37,877.
The District reported that seven additional residents lost their lives due to COVID-19.
56-year-old male
59-year-old male
59-year-old male
60-year-old male
65-year-old female
74-year-old male
83-year-old female
Tragically, 947 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.
Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)