Thanks to G. for sending: “This is new. At the entrance to the alley next to old H Street Country Club.” (more…)
Not sure how I never noticed this memorial, apparently unveiled in 2011, before at Metro Center (I guess I don’t normally use this F Street exit) but it’s very well done: (more…)
From the Mayor’s Office:
“Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and Chief Executive Officer of Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) Ted Leonsis advanced the public-private partnership to transform the Capital One Arena and revitalize Gallery Place-Chinatown in Downtown DC. Mayor Bowser submitted legislation to Chairman Phil Mendelson and the Council of the District of Columbia to effectuate the District’s $515 million investment that was unanimously approved by the Council.
“We’re keeping Washington’s teams where they belong – here in the Sports Capital, and we’re doubling down on having a world-class destination and entertainment district in the center of DC,” said Mayor Bowser. “We know that when our Downtown does well, our city does well. This catalytic investment is an investment in our residents and businesses in all eight wards.”
In March 2024, Mayor Bowser and MSE, with the support of Chairman Mendelson and the DC Council, signed a term sheet that set forth the parameters of the agreement that was transmitted. On April 2, 2024, the Council voted unanimously through emergency legislation to move the partnership forward and, on June 12, 2024, voted to approve the Fiscal Year 2025 budget that appropriated the $515 million investment over three years.
“This arena transformation marks the next significant investment Monumental Sports is making in the revitalization of Downtown DC, and we will build a best-in-class experience for fans, a world-class destination facility for athletes and continue to serve as a downtown anchor for economic vitality,” said Ted Leonsis. “Our vision for a wholly re-imagined sports and entertainment destination will be ambitious, reflective of our community, and designed to ‘wow’ our most ardent supporters as well as casual fans. We want to capture the magic that comes from providing the most entertaining experience – which every guest deserves.”
The introduced legislation serves as the final step in the process whereby the Council will vote on the Lease, Development and Funding Agreement, and Purchase and Sale of Real Property between MSE and the District. If the legislation passes before the end of the calendar year, MSE will begin design this winter and construction in early summer 2025.
“I’m happy we got the bill done. The Council is going to move expeditiously to make sure that this bill has a public hearing, that the public gets to fully see the transaction, and that we will get this done by the end of this year,” said Chairman Mendelson.
Under the agreement, the District will purchase Capital One from MSE for $87.5 million. (more…)
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Thanks to Andrew for sending: “Deer in Rock Creek.”
If you spot a hawk, any interesting wildlife or celebrity skateboarder Tony Hawk, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted them to [email protected]. Thanks! Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
201 Upshur Street, NW
Ed. Note: Slash Run opened with great fanfare back on July 16, 2015. In 2018 it was sold to manager Christine Lilyea. Prior to Slash Run this space was home to J ‘n G Tavern and of course El Limeno and briefly La Joya Steakhouse. Updates when we learn what becomes of the space.
Thanks to Mike for passing on the super sad news from Slash Run:
“Hey good people / Slash Fans
Me and the employees LARRY, BRIAN, LILY AND CAROLINA at Slash want to say thank you for your patronage over the last decade through the pandemic and more ♥️ thank you to the bands who performed here with their whole hearts ⚡️as we get closer to the lease ending 😢I have decided not to renew my lease as it has been a trying last two years, (more…)
Once a year we open the warehouse just for you.
Inside: a designer-curated mix of expressive new pieces and vintage finds on sale up to 75% off from the Lisa & Leroy collection.
From MPD:
“A dog stolen off a boat in Southeast has been recovered and MPD detectives continue to search for the suspect in the dog’s theft.
On Friday, October 11th, 2024, at approximately 9:00pm, officers responded to the 100 block of Potomac Avenue, Southeast for reports of a theft. Once on scene, officers discovered that a boat had been broken into and a dog was taken. (more…)
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Yesterday Cesar wrote: “Did you lose a parrot? Bird is saying hello to folks walking by on Biltmore about 50′ from 18th Street.”
Update: Found!
Thanks to Brad for sharing this amazing shot from the National Mall.
Friends of the White Whale Society is brought to you by the team behind Hawks*** around Town. You can email your sightings to [email protected]
From Willard Retail: “Just Signed: Chili Bistro in Penn Quarter”
Updates when more is learned.
photo by CTB in DC
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