Brightwood

In Other Gunshots Fired Saturday Night – Petworth and Brightwood

By Prince Of Petworth

From MPD:

“On August 8, 2020, at approximately 7:46 pm, multiple sounds of gunshots were reported in the area around the 4800 block of 4th Street NW. During the canvass by 4th District officers, multiple shell casings were recovered in the 300-400 block of Delafield Place NW, but there were no reports of any injuries. Additionally, numerous parked vehicle was damaged by gunfire.”

and

“On August 8, 2020, at approximately 7:21 pm, multiple sounds of gunshots were reported in the area around the 5900 block of Piney Branch Road NW. (more…)

Crime

“Multiple Shooters” 21 reportedly injured one of whom was killed around 12:30am

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

The Washington Post reported:

“A 17-year-old is dead and an off-duty police officer is fighting for her life after at least 21 people were shot when a dispute broke out early Sunday at a cookout attended by hundreds of people in Southeast Washington, authorities said.”

Updates when MPD releases their official report.

Medical

August 8 Coronavirus Data Posted: 12,753

By Prince Of Petworth


explore data here

Ed. Note: Yesterday there were 12,653 total positives.

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Saturday, August 8, 2020 includes 100 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 12,753.

The District reported one additional COVID-19 related death.

· 82-year-old male

Tragically, 591 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…)

driving dangerously

Reno Road 2pm Saturday

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Debbie for sending. DCFD reported: “Crash with vehicle overturned Reno Rd and Appleton St NW. 1 vehicle on its side. Occupants self evacuated. Assessing for any injuries.”

Also, some people felt that earthquake this morning: (more…)

Medical

August 7 Coronavirus Data Posted: 12,653

By Prince Of Petworth


explore data here

Ed. Note: Yesterday there were 12,589 total positives.

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Friday, August 7, 2020 includes 64 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 12,653.

The District reported one additional COVID-19 related death.

· 54-year-old male

Tragically, 590 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…)

Event

Profs & Pints DC: Artemis II and Beyond

Penn Social

801 E St NW

Washington, District of Columbia 20004

Website

Profs and Pints DC presents: “Artemis II and Beyond,” on how the recent space mission fits into long-term plans for the Moon, with Michael J. Neufeld, retired senior curator for the Space History Department of the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.

NASA’s recent, spectacular Artemis II mission is a sign that the United States is serious about sending humans to the Moon again.

Go to Profs & Pints DC: Artemis II and Beyond Read more
Crime

Update: Homicide. 6:45pm Shooting near 6th and T St, NW

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

From MPD:

“The Third District is currently investigating a shooting in the area of 6th and T Street NW. An adult male has been transported to an area hospital with critical injuries.

Motorists and pedestrians can expect road closures in the area as we investigate.

Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099.”

Full release from MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a homicide that occurred on Friday, August 7, 2020, in the 1900 block of 6th Street, Northwest. (more…)

gardening

Today in Hawks around Town and Great Garden Haul Vol. 14

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to Andrew for sending: “Caught this hawk hanging out on our fence in Hill East. First time we’ve see one in our neighborhood.”

If you spot a hawk or any interesting wildlife around town, lunching or otherwise, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted it to [email protected] and I’ll add it to the queue. Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.

Thanks to Pooja and Adam for sending their great haul from Columbia Heights!

Please send your hauls to [email protected] and let me know what neighborhood it was grown in. Entries will be accepted through Labor Day weekend.

Animal Fix

Your Afternoon Animal Fix – AdoPtville

By Prince Of Petworth

If you have any animal/pet photos you’d like to share for the regular fix 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. AdoPtville is run by two volunteers who compile these pets weekly from local shelters.

Head scratches and back rubs, what more could a sweetie pie like me want? I’m a relaxed and loveable guy looking for my partner in recline!

Couches, armchairs, lounges– just tell me when! As an added bonus, if you’re over 50, Dexter’s adoption fee is waived as part of Humane Rescue Alliance’s Boomer’s Buddies program! Standard adoption procedures apply. To meet me, please contact my foster family at [email protected]!

Lava is an 8 year old pupper, with 50 pounds of love to give. He has had zero accidents in the house and has very good house manners.

Lava’s favorite activities include getting his head rubbed and curling up by your feet to nap. He also enjoys playing fetch with tennis balls and getting the peanut butter out of Kong Cones. Lava is very calm and will occasionally show you his happy dance to express his excitement in seeing his humans or meeting new people.

For more info, or to virtually meet Lava, contact [email protected]. As an added bonus, if you’re over 50, Lava’s adoption fee is waived as part of Humane Rescue Alliance’s Boomer’s Buddies program! Standard adoption procedures apply.

Dear PoPville

“cancel/reschedule my trip – How helpful were the airlines?”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Olaf Zerbock

“Dear PoPville,

Last year, before COVID was a huge deal in the US I booked a vacation to Taos, New Mexico for mid October of 2020. I booked the flight, hotel and rental car and have been hoping since March that things would settle down as the year went on.

Well…it’s August. Things haven’t improved and I’m wondering if I should cancel/reschedule my trip. Has anyone else gone through a similar situation? How helpful were the airlines?”

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