Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Joanna Hiatt Kim

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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Columbia Heights

5:45pm Shots Fired in Columbia Heights Being Investigated as a Road Rage incident

By Prince Of Petworth


11th and Park Road, NW

From MPD:

“Third District is currently investigating a Road Rage incident that involved gunshots in the area of 11th St and Park Rd NW. The occupant of a vehicle fired shots at another motorist, striking the vehicle. There are no injuries reported at this time. Our preliminary lookout is for a dark 4 door vehicle fleeing the area west on Park Road. Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area as we investigate. Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

A reader reports: “Shooting occurred around 5:45PM at the corner of 11th and Park Road NW. Three shots fired from one car to another, both drove off. Cops on scene now and have everything tapped off. I witnessed the shooting while walking my puppy.

Pics below of the puppy, because he’s cute, and of the scene.” (more…)

Sponsored

DC Fresh Finds for May 6, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

332 N Street SW
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Other Notable Fresh Listings:

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  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “beautiful, fully renovated 2-unit with roof-top deck, one block off of H Street” and was “designed for and previously approved for condo conversion.”
More Fresh Finds
BikeDC

Extended sidewalk coming to M Street, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


M Street, NW between 18th and 19th

Update from DDOT:

“Not a two-way cycle track! This is actually an extended sidewalk to provide additional walking space on that block, where sidewalks are very narrow. The bike lane was then shifted.”

Thanks to Bourbon for sending: “It looks like M St in Dupont is getting a two-way bike lane! It could also be a streatery too, I suppose. It is strange that they don’t have the other directional paint up.” (more…)

Announcement

Pamper Yourself at Luxie Spa in Capitol Hill

By Luxie Spa

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.

Luxie Spa has become one of D.C.’s most talked-about destinations for those who want more than a routine beauty appointment. Combining high-end technique with a personalized touch — creates an experience that feels both indulgent and deeply restorative.

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Dear PoPville

“mine has been sitting at “ballot returned” for 15+ days now”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

My ballot status was updated to “ballot returned” within a reasonable time after mailing (about 6-7 days), but has been sitting in that purgatory since then. I’ve seen some chatter on other mail-in ballot threads that ballots had moved to “accepted” or “under review” within a few days after going to “ballot returned,” but mine has been sitting at “ballot returned” for 15+ days now. Anyone else experiencing this kind of lengthy delay before moving to “accepted” (or other statuses)? How long have other people’s ballots taken to move on from “ballot returned?” (more…)

Animal Fix

Your Afternoon Animal Fix

By Prince Of Petworth

If you have any animal/pet photos you’d like to share please send an email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com with ‘Animal Fix’ in the title and say the name of your pet and your neighborhood.  If you love the animal fix and want to ensure PoPville’s long term viability please consider donating to our Patreon here.

“Dexter triumphantly returned to Petworth after a 3 year adventure in Hawaii. Because he was recently diagnosed with diabetes, he’s usually “rocking the red” so he doesn’t scratch at a medical implant. He’s a trooper!”

“Cosmo and Maui sunbathing on Capitol Hill.”

Burleith

“we are just going to buy another sign which simply puts more money into the campaign”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

We live in the Burleith/Glover Park area and two young men – likely students – stole our Biden-Harris sign from our front yard last night. Our neighborhood is full of student group houses and these guys fit the demographic.

Hoping to spread the word (1) in case someone finds our abandoned sign in the neighborhood, (2) to let them know that you’re caught on video, and (3) we are just going to buy another sign which simply puts more money into the campaign. (more…)

Announcement

Top 5 and Climbing: Local Child Needs Votes to Reach #1 in Jr. Ranger Contest Group Phase

By Tiffany Lavinder

Local rising kindergartener, Phin, has advanced to the Top 5 in his group in the national Jr. Ranger Contest, a competition that celebrates children who are passionate about nature, wildlife, and exploration. After making it through earlier rounds with strong family and friend support, Phin is now in 4th place and working toward the top spot needed to move on to the quarterfinals.

The contest encourages kids to engage with the outdoors and highlights their curiosity and love for learning about the natural world. For Phin and his family, this experience has been both exciting and meaningful, made even more special by the encouragement from friends, neighbors, and the broader community.

Go to Top 5 and Climbing: Local Child Needs Votes to Reach #1 in Jr. Ranger Contest Group Phase Read more
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