W Street, NW between 1st and 2nd photo by mg
Readers report: “sounded like 10+ shots near bloomingdale around 12:36”
“Just heard there was a shooting near Flagler Market in Bloomingdale on the corner of Flagler and W. It sounded like 10+ shots were fired in rapid succession. Right now we’re hearing that a person was shot in the leg.” (more…)
1630 14th Street, NW
Thanks to Sarah for sending: “New sub shop “Compliments Only” coming to the JRINK space below Bodysmith (14th and R NW). I just walked by and checked, they’re thinking they should be ready to open end of this week.”
From Compliments Only website:
“Pete Sitcov has been making sandwiches since before streaming netflix was a thing. He got his start at the iconic Italian Store in Arlington, VA. After some time in professional kitchens he opened Yang Market in the Eckington neighborhood of D.C. bringing dope subs to Northeast. He then ventured off to be the sous chef at Coconut Club and spend some time with local favorite, & Pizza. When pandemic hit he started making subs again as the sandwich maker behind Subbies, a pop up/ ghost kitchen inside of Coconut Club. (more…)
From DDOT:
“Today, the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announced that residents should continue to use the existing 2020 Visitor Parking Pass (VPP) into 2021. The District plans to launch a streamlined digital parking permit program in 2021.
The VPP program allows District residents to register for an annual pass that is used for guests to park for more than 2 hours on Residential Permit Parking or RPP-zoned blocks.
Residents who are new to the District or need a replacement VPP (due to damage or loss) should visit their local Metropolitan Police Department precinct to request a temporary parking pass instead of a VPP.
Beginning in March 2020, and continuing for the duration of the public health emergency, the District has suspended enforcement for the following infractions: (more…)
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From a press release:
“David Winer principal, EatWell DC restaurants (www.EatWellDC.com) announced today that Grillfish, in the West End, and The Pig, Logan Circle/14th Street corridor, will temporarily close for the winter this coming Sunday after dinner service.
Those restaurant’s signature menu items will be available for delivery and takeout through EatWell’s Commissary and Logan Tavern restaurants, both on P Street NW in Logan Circle. (more…)
Astro Jump of Metro DC now offers trackless train rentals for events across Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.
The trackless train is available for school events, festivals, corporate events, and private parties, and can operate on parking lots, roads, and other paved surfaces. The train includes four passenger cars that comfortably fit both children and adults, making it a versatile attraction for a wide range of event types.
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Mayor Muriel Bowser and the District of Columbia Department of Employment Services (DOES) announced a one-time stimulus payment to extend support to those District residents hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic. The one-time direct payment of $1,200 will be sent to approximately 20,000 DC residents who filed and were deemed eligible for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) on or before November 30, 2020. PUA covers individuals who are not eligible for traditional UI benefits. DOES will begin issuing the payments in the coming weeks. (more…)
To celebrate DC native Haili Blassingame’s debut novel, THEY ALL FALL IN LOVE AT THE END, Lost City Books is throwing a launch party themed around messy love stories. Haili, and a crew of writers she has assembled, will read excerpts from their work, but there will also be audience participation in the form of anonymously submitting messy dating stories. It’s going to be a night of laughter, of gasps, of books, of great company. Refreshments will be available. We can’t wait to see you there!
Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Avenue NE, Street Level-West Side Shopping Concourse
Alas not all is festive at Union Station. Magnolia Bakery’s website says:
“To keep our staff, customers and community at large as safe and healthy as possible, we made the difficult decision to close this location for the foreseeable future.” (more…)
Yesterday there were 23,319 total positives.
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From the Mayor’s Office:
“The District’s reported data for Monday, December 7, 2020 includes 270 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 23,589.
The District reported no additional lives lost to COVID-19.
Tragically, 701 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.
Below is a summary of the District’s current ReOpening Metrics.” (more…)
14th and Q Street, NW Photo by Clif Burns
“Dear PoPville,
We were sitting outside at Le Diplomate Saturday night on 14th when someone approached us to ask what time it was – I should have known since his phone was on with the light shining but he quickly snatched my purse off of the chair and ran with it. Apparently it is the third time this has happened here.”
Tori reported from 16th and Oak St, NW.
DC Fire and EMS reported: “Update Working Fire 3500 block 16th St NW. Fire 2nd floor minor extension above in 3 story middle row apartment building that appears to be under renovation. #DCsBravest quickly extinguished fire and prevented spread to adjacent buildings. No injuries. Investigators on scene.”
Not to make light of a serious situation but the guy casually walking by in front of the flames at the end of this DCFD clip is something: (more…)
This is the 24th anniversary of Norwegian Christmas at Union Station. Thank you, Norway! (more…)
In a city where everyone seems to be moving at a hundred miles an hour, finding a moment of calm can feel like a luxury. At Luxie Spa, tucked into the heart of Capitol Hill, that luxury is intentional.
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