Dear PoPville

“It threw me that someone who was executed by the Government of the United States for war crimes would get such a laudatory marker.”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

I spotted this marker in Mt Olivet Cemetery not long ago. A quick google search for Henry Wirz revealed that he didn’t just die in 1865, he was executed in 1865 for running the notorious Andersonville Prison Camp. It threw me that someone who was executed by the Government of the United States for war crimes would get such a laudatory marker. Then again, in light of all that has been written recently about the Daughters of the Confederacy’s penchant for monuments that rewrite history, maybe this should not have shocked me. I’m curious if this particular monument has come under scrutiny before.”

Medical

August 23 Coronavirus Data Posted: 13,639

By Prince Of Petworth


explore data here

Ed. Note: Yesterday there were 13,590 total positives.

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Sunday, August 23, 2020 includes 49 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 13,639.

The District reported no additional COVID-19 related deaths.

Tragically, 604 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.

The community spread chart is subject to fluctuation because the data is based on symptom onset date. As national demand for testing increases and results take longer to come back in DC and across the country, DC Health has identified a need to increase the reporting lag time by four days to reduce volatility in the data. The most recent data reflects an increase in community spread. To ensure this graph accurately reflects the most recent data, the community spread count is being paused as these adjustments are made.” (more…)

BikeDC

“the complainant encountered a male subject riding the stolen bike and waived down a passing patrol unit.”

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“First District Patrol units have arrested a male subject in regards to a Bicycle Theft case in the 700 Block G Street SE.

A complainant reported her bike stolen on Saturday, August 22th. On the following Sunday morning, the complainant encountered a male subject riding the stolen bike and waived down a passing patrol unit. When police attempted to contact the subject, he immediately fled. (more…)

Sponsored

DC Fresh Finds for May 6, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

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DC Government

DC Health Releases Updated List of High-Risk States requiring 14 day self quarantine. Delaware Added Back

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Mark Andre

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Today, DC Health released an updated list of high-risk states where the seven-day moving average of daily new COVID-19 cases is 10 or more per 100,000 persons. Mayor Bowser issued Mayor’s Order 2020-081 with requirements for all people traveling into Washington, DC from high-risk states.

Anyone coming into Washington, DC from a high-risk state (within the prior 14 days) who was traveling for non-essential activities will be required to self-quarantine for 14 days from their arrival in the District. Individuals traveling from high-risk states after essential travel or arriving in the District for essential travel are required to self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 for 14 days and, if they show signs or experience symptoms of COVID-19, they are to self-quarantine and seek medical advice or testing.

Travel to and from Maryland and Virginia is exempt from the Order. This list should be used until Monday, September 7, when an updated list will be posted on coronavirus.dc.gov.

States that were added to the updated list include: Delaware, Hawaii, and South Dakota.

States that were removed from the updated list include: Montana and New Mexico.

High-risk states that require 14 days of self-quarantine: (more…)

Event

DC Day of Archaeology Festival

Catholic University of America University Lawn outside the Pryzbyla Center

620 Michigan Ave NE

Washington, District of Columbia 20064

Website Contact

Hosted by DC nonprofit Archaeology in the Community, this annual festival gathers archaeologists and other heritage-related professionals from across the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region to share the stories, science, and the discoveries that shape our understanding of the past. Taking place as part of DC Archaeology Month in June, the festival offers a full day of engaging experiences designed especially for kids and families.

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Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Lucy M

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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Zoo

“As expected, Mei Xiang is being an excellent and attentive mother.”

By Prince Of Petworth

From the Smithsonian’s National Zoo:

“Our panda team observed Mei Xiang and her cub overnight and were happy with the behaviors they saw. As expected, Mei Xiang is being an excellent and attentive mother. She has already established positions for nursing and sleeping. Via the Panda Cam, the team watches Mei Xiang nurse her cub while sitting at the back of the den–often with her knee propped up on the wall–and sleep with it tucked in between her arms. (more…)

Medical

August 22 Coronavirus Data Posted: 13,590

By Prince Of Petworth


explore data here

Ed. Note: Yesterday there were 13,534 total positives.

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Saturday, August 22, 2020 includes 56 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 13,590.

The District reported no additional COVID-19 related deaths.

Tragically, 604 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.

The community spread chart is subject to fluctuation because the data is based on symptom onset date. As national demand for testing increases and results take longer to come back in DC and across the country, DC Health has identified a need to increase the reporting lag time by four days to reduce volatility in the data. The most recent data reflects an increase in community spread. To ensure this graph accurately reflects the most recent data, the community spread count is being paused as these adjustments are made.” (more…)

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