DC Government


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“Dear PoPville,

Curious… who is responsible for plowing alleys? Would love to hear who I can reach out to to communicate that ours hasn’t been touched.”

DC’s District Snow Team FAQ says:

“Will my alley be plowed?

No, the District does not plow alleys.

Will my trash and recycling be collected during a snowstorm? (more…)


1000 words

Ed. Note: While most agree that the National Guard should not be deployed to DC in the first place, if they are here they might as well help. Having said that I have received a couple reports of National Guard troops helping push out stuck motorists. Having said that…

“Dear PoPville,

As I commuted downtown this morning from the SW waterfront, on the fourth day of the snow emergency and the third day of school being closed, I couldn’t help but notice that everyone I saw on my way in was either: (more…)


DC Government


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From the DC Office of Planning:

“The Census Bureau released new population estimates for 2025 that shows the District of Columbia gained 2,335 residents from July 2024 to July 2025. The population increase is attributed to natural increase (more births than deaths) and international migration.

The Census Bureau also revised the 2024 population estimate based on new data, lowering the previous 2024 estimate from 702,250 to 691,310. With assessed growth for 2025, this puts the District’s 2025 estimated population at 693,645. (more…)


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Update from Pepco:

“Pepco sent an underground crew to investigate and determined the voltage was from a DC owned traffic signal post. Pepco crews worked to make the area safe and will be standing by until DDOT can respond to the scene.

We encourage customers to contact Pepco if they see down wires or damaged equipment at 1-877-Pepco-62.”

“Dear PoPville, (more…)


Event

Part scavenger hunt, part casino, and part social puzzle game, Casino Heist is an interactive event that turns Barrel House into a live game board. Guests join through their phones, complete social missions, find hidden clues and secret codes, play casino-inspired games, and work their way up the leaderboard throughout the night.

The experience is designed to get people moving, meeting, and playing together in a fun, low-pressure setting. No real money is used during gameplay; points act as the in-game currency. Tickets are $10 and proceeds benefit Logan Circle Main Street community events.


Restaurants

Rough news from Rose Ave (2633 Connecticut Ave, NW):

“As you know, Rosebuds, we were extremely excited about reopening today to serve you all. However, when our bakers arrived at 2AM this morning – our bakery has, yet again, been flooded. We suspect it may be due to a water pipe bursting in the walls, making it impossible to operate. Until it is resolved it is unsafe for our staff and guests. Hopefully, (more…)


Rant/Revel


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