DC Government

Another non-Coronavirus question, advice on trash removal, plus some praise for city workers

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by PoPville flickr user kristenstake

“Dear PoPville,

Like many people, I live in a house in Petworth which was built over 100 years ago. I’ve always been curious about who has inhabited the house, starting with the first tenants, but I have no idea where I could look up this information. Can we ask your very awesome and very good looking audience to see if anyone knows how/where to start digging for this type of information? I am aware that if there is a place to go ask for this information, they may receive a flood of requests during the Covid shutdown. My apologies.”

Maybe there can be a virtual House History workshop?

“Dear PoPville,

I’ve run into a situation this week and I’m wondering if others are also dealing with the same thing. With the quarantine I’ve had a lot of extra time lately so naturally I’ve been doing some spring cleaning to get rid of items and clean up my front garden. I’ve filled up both my recycling & garbage bins to brim. (more…)

grocery stores

“Trader Joe’s on 14th is telling folks they are “temporarily closed” UPDATE: “will reopen 12PM on Friday, April 10th.”

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by Doug Landry

Thanks to Doug and Ross for reporting:

“Trader Joe’s on 14th is telling folks they are “temporarily closed” per an “email they just received from corporate” and unsure when they will reopen. Last shoppers filtering out now.”

“They aren’t letting anyone enter for now..”

“just called them and the employee stated that they’re closed from today until saturday/sunday. he said to find up to date info on the corporate site.”

UPDATE: “Trader Joe’s on 1914 14th St NW is closed for additional cleaning and will reopen 12PM on Friday, April 10th. A Crew Member who tested positive for COVID-19 was last present in the store on April 5, 2020.“

Sponsored

DC Fresh Finds for May 13, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

5309 14th Street NW
5309 14th Street NW

A 16th St Heights Tudor with a rare two-car garage and a hidden yoga loft just hit the market: 5309 14th St NW

  • Turn-of-the-century Tudor charm
  • Huge lot with two-car garage
  • Calacatta quartz chef’s kitchen
  • Exposed loft for yoga or reading
  • Wood-burning fireplace and sunroom

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 7BR/5.5BA detached townhome compound with a guest house, home theatre, gym and swimming pool in Georgetown—all for $14M.
  • “Luxury townhome living at the Southwest Waterfront neighborhood, just steps from The Wharf, DC’s newest and hottest waterfront community.”
  • “Over 1,500 square feet of refined interior living space at The Adora, a rare offering that seamlessly blends historic character with modern luxury in the heart of Shaw.”
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is an “updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo in the heart of Petworth” with a “low condo fee that covers gas and water.”
More Fresh Finds
fire

Smoke Billowing in NoMa

By Prince Of Petworth


2nd and L Street, NE

Thanks to all who’ve reported: “huge smoke plume on or under train tracks at 2nd & M Street, NE”

“Heard explosion from inside my apartment next door.”

“Something exploded under the bridge on L St NE. Loud explosion followed busy huge fire and smoke.”

“Fire is out now. Some hero first responders out here got it under control quickly.”

DC Fire and EMS reports: “Box Alarm 100 block L St NE. Fire beneath the railroad underpass involving a homeless encampment. No injuries reported.”

Developing: (more…)

Fundraiser

“Tables Without Borders and refugee chef to feed immigrants during COVID-19 pandemic”

By Prince Of Petworth


via GoFundMe

From an email:

“Tables Without Borders, a non-profit organization founded by Sam Sgori and Sara Abdel-Rahim supporting refugee and asylum-seeking chefs, will launch a new initiative to support DC’s immigrant community during the COVID-19 pandemic. A recently launched GoFundMe page raises money to kickstart a program where refugee chefs cook meals to support clients of Ayuda DC, an organization that works to provide legal, social, and language services to help vulnerable immigrants in the DC metropolitan area. Many of Ayuda’s clients have been deeply impacted by COVID-19, and this recent partnership will work to provide 250 meals, prepared by refugee chefs who are honored to cook for a community that has recently welcomed them. (more…)

Event

Greek Fine Wine, Craft-Brew, and Spirits Tasting Event that Plants Trees!

Max's Tavern Tenley

4910 Wisconsin Ave NW

Washington, District of Columbia 20016

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Join us for an enjoyable evening tasting a wide variety of wines, spirits, craft brews, and other beverages from the Land of the Hellenes… all to benefit the trees! We have brought together an impressive collection of brands that are committed to sustainability, and a splendid time is guaranteed for all.

ForestPlanet is a 501(c)3 organization that supports large scale, low cost-per-tree reforestation efforts all over the world. We help plant trees where they bring the most benefit to the region’s soil, habitat, the global environment, and local communities.

Go to Greek Fine Wine, Craft-Brew, and Spirits Tasting Event that Plants Trees! Read more
AU Park

Crazy Storm Fells Beautiful Old Trees in AU Park

By Prince Of Petworth


Photo by DC Fire & EMS

Thanks to Miranda for passing on from DC Fire & EMS:

“Images of some of the storm related calls #DCsBravest responded to in upper NW during the pre-dawn hours. Fortunately there were no reports of any injuries. Please monitor the weather forecast for the possibility of more severe storms today.” (more…)

Medical

April 7 Coronavirus Data Posted – Total positives: 1440

By Prince Of Petworth


explore map here

Ed. Note: Yesterday there were 1,211 total positives.

From the Mayor’s Office:

“The District’s reported data for Tuesday, April 7, 2020 includes 229 new positive coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, bringing the District’s overall positive case total to 1,440.

The District reported five additional COVID-19 related deaths: a 52-year-old male, a 61-year-old female, a 68-year-old female, a 79-year-old female, and a 97-year-old female. Tragically, 27 District residents have lost their lives due to COVID-19.” (more…)

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