Thanks to Susan for sharing her great haul: “t’s the summer of cherry tomatoes.”
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1406 Florida Ave, NW
UPDATE: Do you believe in miracles? Readers report DC Tacos & Wings still open!
Thanks to Craig (PuckBuddys) for sharing:
“A longtime favorite of mine, DC Tacos & Wings (née Pica Taco), on Florida Avenue NW at 14th, appears closed, website is down, too.” (more…)
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A reader reports:
“There was a large house fire on the corner of 44th and Albemarle Street early morning. Around 330. I don’t think anyone was hurt but firefighters were there for a couple of hours crashing windows, using chainsaws, loudspeakers etc. Very sad and scary. Looks like investigators are there now.”
DC Fire and EMS Department first reported around 3:30am:
“Update Working Fire 4500 block 44th St NW. Had significant fire 1st & 2nd floor and attic 2 story detached wood frame house. Visible fire extinguished. 2 occupants safely self evacuated. Still hitting hotspots. No injuries.” (more…)
From MPD:
“Chief of Police Pamela A. Smith has announced the establishment of a Juvenile Curfew Zone in Southwest.
The Juvenile Curfew Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 gives the Chief of the Metropolitan Police Department the authority to order a Juvenile Curfew Zone in an area where large groups of youths are gathering or intend to gather in a manner that poses a risk of substantial harm to public safety.
The perimeter of the Southwest Juvenile Curfew Zone is as follows: (more…)
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The Triumph Trek at the Rio is the ultimate celebration of strength, recovery and hope — and everyone is invited.
On Sunday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation and Adventist HealthCare Home Care Services will gather at Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg for an untimed walk-or-wheel around the accessible lakeside path. This is not a race. Scooters, wheelchairs, walkers, strollers and every pace are welcome, and no one finishes last.
Thanks to Mike for sending this great shot of his “Two west highland terriers. Poppy is on the left (in red) and Olivia on the right (in green). They live in Foggy Bottom. Also, check out the Metro ceiling wallpaper behind them!”
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Thanks to D. for sending from Dupont Circle: (more…)
Thanks to Edward for sharing the latest update:
“Good news! Just heard over my neighborhood listserv that the DC administrator has re-signed the Throne contract and the loos should be operating again in the next few days.“
Eduardo asks:
“anyone knows why is Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park in such dire conditions? Tall grass, looks abandoned. Never been so unkept. The weeds are so tall they almost cover the signs. Looks like an abandoned place.” (more…)
Thanks to C. for sending from NE Capitol Hill: “still has its paper tags!” (more…)