Federal Government

“MPD Statement on Response to Call for Service at the United States Institute of Peace”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Gemal Woods

Ed. Note: CNN reported:

“Personnel from the Department of Government Efficiency, accompanied by DC police officers, gained access to the US Institute of Peace Monday after being turned away last week.”

A reader writes: “We see & hear crazy things that are now a daily occurrence in our government, sadly. Today, March 17, the aforementioned action was taken at the US Institute of Peace on 22nd Street NW. We know current actions are very different from actions that we may have considered normal. There is no normal today! How and why is armed force being used in a non-Federal institution and much less on the streets of our city?! What does MPD and Mayor Bowser have to say in response to this action?

Have we crossed that imaginary line yet?”

From MPD:

“On Monday, March 17, 2025, at approximately 4 p.m., the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) was contacted by the United States Attorney’s Office (USAO) regarding an ongoing incident at the United States Institute of Peace (USIP), located at 2301 Constitution Ave, NW.

The USAO advised MPD that they had been made aware that at least one person was refusing to leave the property at the direction of the acting USIP President, who was lawfully in charge of the facility. (more…)

Federal Government

“Feds Helping Feds”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Emma K Alexandra

“Dear PoPville,

With the return-to-office mandate across the federal workforce, many out-of-state employees are facing a difficult choice: commute for hours each way or telework and risk termination.

I’m exploring whether anyone in the DC/Maryland/Virginia area has space they’d be willing to share with a federal employee during the workweek. Likewise, if you’re a fed seeking temporary housing for some or all weekdays due to an unreasonable commute, I’d like to hear from you. (more…)

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Transit

“Share your thoughts on safety and operational improvements for Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway.” Time to End reversible lanes?

By Prince Of Petworth

From the National Park Service:

“Approximately 50,000 vehicles travel Rock Creek and Potomac Parkway (RCPP) each day, making it a vital connection between northwest Washington, D.C., and downtown. The National Park Service (NPS) is committed to ensuring a safe and smooth experience for all road users. To enhance safety and improve operations, the NPS is developing a Multimodal Safety and Operational Improvements Plan. This plan will address traffic patterns and infrastructure needs along the corridor from the intersection of RCPP at Shoreham and Beach Drives NW to the intersection of Ohio Drive SW at Independence Avenue and 23rd Street SW.

The NPS invites the public to attend a virtual public meeting and share written comments on the development of the Plan and a corresponding Environmental Assessment (EA) for RCPP.

Purpose of the Plan (more…)

Announcement

The Most Parisian Evening in Washington D.C. at the French Embassy 🇫🇷

By French American Chamber of Commerce

🗼 The Most Parisian Evening in Washington D.C.

You’re invited to one of the most exclusive evenings Washington D.C. has ever seen, a night where the Embassy of France transforms into the heart of Paris. Midnight in Paris blends French elegance, world-class gastronomy, and unforgettable energy, without leaving D.C. Not just an event. An experience reserved for those who appreciate the finest things in life.

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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

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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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BikeDC

“🚨HIT-AND-RUN ALERT – PLEASE HELP 🚨”

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Mr.TinMD

“Dear PoPville,

On Sunday, March 16th, between 1:30 AM and 2:00 AM, my boyfriend was hit by a red sedan while biking home from work. The driver fled the scene.

📍 Location: 12th St NE (between G St & Maryland Ave, Washington, DC)
🚴 Victim: A dedicated cyclist, commuting home from his restaurant job
🚑 Injuries: (more…)

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