Medical

August 16 Coronavirus Data Posted: 13,273

By Prince Of Petworth


explore data here

Ed. Note: Yesterday there were 13,220 total positives.

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Sunday, August 16, 2020 includes 53 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 13,273.

The District reported no additional COVID-19 related deaths.

Tragically, 597 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…)

Eckington

Heads Up Eckington

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Rachel for sending the warning: “Sending you pictures of a massive hornet’s nest hanging above the sidewalk on 3rd St NE in Eckington (on the block between V and U). Super dangerous and our calls to DC’s 311 don’t seem to have helped. Spreading the word for good measure!”

Sponsored

DC Open House List for This Weekend: May 8, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

3214 Sherman Ave NW
3214 Sherman Ave NW

Mother’s Day weekend is shaping up to be a great one for DC homebuyers. With 315+ open houses scheduled across the District, there’s no shortage of opportunities to explore what’s on the market—and the good news is that the majority of showings are happening on Saturday, leaving your Sunday free for brunches, flowers, and family celebrations. To see the full DC Open House list, click here.

  • 3214 Sherman Ave NW — $999,000 — Columbia Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4PM — Steve Gaich
    “Own a Piece of DC’s Most Sought-After Neighborhood — With income potential built right in! Columbia Heights doesn’t just have character — it is character. And 3214 Sherman Avenue NW sits at the heart of it all: a strikingly handsome period townhouse that pairs a jaw-dropping original exterior with a renovated, light-filled contemporary interior. This is the rare home that delivers everything — history, style, flexibility, and one of the best locations in the city.”
  • 1024 Cook Dr SE — $750,000 — Randle Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 12-3PM — Brendan Mullenholz
    “Enjoy suburban style living with the convenience of city access in this rarely available Craftsman home in Asheford Court. Built in 2016, this charming 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers a bright, open layout with an easy flow from the front sitting area to the spacious family room and into the sun-filled kitchen. Step outside from the kitchen into the backyard featuring trees for shade privacy and plenty of space for entertaining.”
  • 1310 Delafield Pl NW — $1,150,000 — 16th St Heights
    Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4PM — Jen Goroff
    “Rarely available Victorian-style detached single-family home in the sought-after Sixteenth Street Heights neighborhood of NW Washington, DC. This stately 5-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence blends timeless character with generous living space and classic architectural details.”
  • 612 4th Pl SW — $1,180,000 — Southwest Waterfront
    Open Sun. 2-4PM — Jason Skipworth
    “Welcome home to 612 4th Place SW, luxury townhome living at the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood. 612 4th Place SW is just steps from The Wharf, DC’s newest and hottest waterfront community. Features 4-bedrooms & 3.5-bathrooms, and 2,400 sq. ft. spread out over 3 levels.”

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parks

“National Park Service will reduce deer populations in Rock Creek Park and other national parkland in DC”

By Prince Of Petworth


Notice from 2018

Ed. Note: These operations usually begin in November and go through March.

From the National Park Service:

“Since 2013, when the National Park Service (NPS) began reducing the deer population in Rock Creek Park, the park’s tree seedling density has more than doubled.

The NPS plans to reduce deer populations this fall and winter in Rock Creek Park and, for the first time, will include other areas under Rock Creek Park’s management. These areas could include Melvin Hazen Park, Soapstone Valley Park, Pinehurst Parkway, Glover Archbold Park, Battery Kemble Park and Fort Totten Park, among others. (more…)

Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Bekah Richards

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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Event

Bra & Order: Civil Libertease | A Burlesque & Variety Fundraiser

DC Comedy Loft

1523 22nd St NW

Washington, District of Columbia 20037

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Oyez! Oyez! Oyez! All persons having business before The Honorable Callie Pigeon and Delilah Dentata are admonished to draw near.

Callie and Delilah, “Attorneys at Law”*, hereby summon you to a burlesque and variety “tribute” to crime, justice, and lovers of both!

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Medical

August 15 Coronavirus Data Posted: 13,220

By Prince Of Petworth


explore data here

Ed. Note: Yesterday there were 13,159 total positives.

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Saturday, August 15, 2020 includes 61 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 13,220.

The District reported no additional COVID-19 related deaths.

Tragically, 597 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…)

Crime

Update: Homicide. Shooting just after 5:30pm Saturday around 5th and I Street, NE

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Keith Sweat

Keith (and many others) report: “5-6 shots fired. I st between 5th and 6th NE. Cops on scene taping off road. Don’t know if anyone was hurt but every unit on the way”

“Large police presence with an ambulance at the mouth of the I St. alley between 5th & 6th St. NE. Nobody’s been loaded into it as far as we’ve seen.”

“just ran from shots at 5th and I NE, huge police response, not sure if anyone was hit. Scary.”

From MPD: “Alert: Shooting at in the 400 block I Street, NE. Lookout for Black Male, with all black clothing. DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911″

Update from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Saturday, August 15, 2020, in the 500 block of I Street, Northeast. (more…)

Crime

Shooting around 3:30pm Saturday in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth


Georgia Ave and Decatur St NW. Photo by Lam Lam

From MPD at 4:25pm:

“Alert: Shooting Investigation in the 4800 block of Georgia Ave NW, No Lookout at the current time.
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT #I20200439244 Have info? Call (202) 727-9099 / Text 50411”

Update from MPD: (more…)

Medical

August 14 Coronavirus Data Posted: 13,159

By Prince Of Petworth


explore data here

Ed. Note: Yesterday there were 13,118 total positives.

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Friday, August 14, 2020 includes 41 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 13,159.

The District reported three additional COVID-19 related deaths.

· 61-year-old female
· 75-year-old female
· 76-year-old female

Tragically, 597 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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