fire

If you see a big police/fire presence with street closures this afternoon: “Funeral of DC Fire Department Battalion Chief Keith Long”

By Prince Of Petworth

From DC Fire and EMS:

“The Department regrets to announce the line-of-duty death of Battalion Fire Chief Keith T. Long, who passed away suddenly on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

Battalion Chief Long was appointed to the Department on 12/19/1988. Battalion Fire Chief Long was currently serving as a Safety Battalion Chief at the time of his passing.

Battalion Fire Chief Long served the residents and visitors of the District for 38 years.”

From MPD:

“Traffic Advisory: Funeral of DC Fire Department Battalion Chief Keith Long

On Friday, February 20, 2026, the funeral services for DC Fire Department Battalion Chief Keith Long will take place in the District of Columbia. Following the funeral service, a procession will travel through the District and (more…)

coffee

In non closing coffee news: Genika Cafe Coming Soon to former eyesore at 9th and O Street, NW!!

By Prince Of Petworth


1400 9th Street, NW

Ed. Note: For the old heads this is across the street from the old Azi’s Cafe. What’s old is new, what’s new is old and round and round we go…

“GENIKA CAFÉ
Your new favorite coffee spot ☕️
COMING SOON
1400 9th St. NW, Washington D.C.📍”

Thanks to Tony for sending: “Looks like 9th & O is actually becoming something, after many years!” (more…)

Fundraiser

Fundraiser: “For the death of Kenny and the recovery of his girlfriend” struck by a trash truck on an e-bike in Petworth

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to a reader for passing on the GoFundMe:

“On February 13th, around 2:06 p.m., my family’s life changed forever. My little brother, Kenny Jimenez Rivera, just 26 years old, suffered a tragic accident in the 4100 block of Kansas Avenue NW, northeast of Washington, D.C., while working with his girlfriend. They were riding an electric bicycle when they were struck by a garbage truck, leaving them critically injured.

Kenny was a very cheerful, playful, fun-loving, vibrant, and kind young man. (more…)

Sponsored

New DC class for teens/adults with IDD or Autism: register for ArtStream’s Pop Star Playbook class

By Sponsor
Image from NEW DC CLASS for Teens/Adults with IDD or Autism: Register for ArtStream's Pop Star Playbook class

Pop Star Playbook is an inclusive, six-week, high-energy singing and dancing class created for adults and teens (18+) with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants pick their favorite pop artists — Britney, Taylor, BTS, whoever they’ve been belting out in the car — and spend six Wednesdays working on songs, choreography, and stage presence with ArtStream’s teaching artists. Every skill level is welcome, and the class is built so every learner feels supported and celebrated. Sing or dance or both!

Details:

When: 6 Wednesdays, May 20 – June 24, 2026, 7:30–9:00 PM

Where: Edlavitch DC Jewish Community Center, 1529 16th St NW, near Dupont Circle Metro.

Who: Autistic adults and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, 18+, all experience levels welcome

Partial and full scholarships are available, and anyone who signs up with a friend gets 50% off using code FRIEND.

Register at art-stream.org/classes or email [email protected] with questions.

police

“Vehicles had various out-of-state plates.”

By Prince Of Petworth


13th and Florida Ave, NE

“Dear PoPville,

Sharing for awareness.

Last night at 13th & Florida there were 4–6 unmarked vehicles with red and blue flashing lights on the bottom of their cars(one with a Carvana license plate frame) pulling over multiple cars in the same spot. (more…)

Announcement

“Cultural Excellence brings the Dupont Artisan Market is coming back for a 19th season!

By Special cultural Artisan Fair begins its 19th year April 11th!

It was an electrifying start to ArtRave’s 19th season, with a record-breaking attendance of 11,000 people! A huge thanks goes out to our supporters who came out in droves. We also extend our gratitude to the incredibly talented artisans across various artistic disciplines. Finally, a special shout-out to our dedicated staff for curating such a remarkable event and paying attention to every detail that makes ArtRave a unique venue. From fine arts and sculptures to high fashion, wood carving, table making, metalwork, live plants including Bonsai trees, book authorship, gourmet cuisine, and delicious baked goods, there was something for everyone to enjoy!

Join us for our next show on Saturday, April 25th, from 11 AM to 5 PM, featuring music in the park at our Dupont Circle venue located at 1913 Massachusetts Ave NW, at the corner of Connecticut Ave, just steps away from the Dupont Q Street Metro.

Go to “Cultural Excellence brings the Dupont Artisan Market is coming back for a 19th season! Read more
BikeDC

“A woman crashed on an electric bike around 8:10ish last night and was lying unconscious in the middle of the road”

By Prince Of Petworth


via google maps

“Dear PoPville,

A woman crashed on an electric bike around 8:10ish last night (Thursday) and was lying unconscious in the middle of the road in Cleveland Park on Porter St NW towards the bottom of the hill. The two gentleman who found her called 911 and when I arrived I helped them to move her out of the middle of the road per the 911 operator’s instructions. She was unconscious, but (more…)

Event

18th Annual Columbia Heights Day

11th Street NW

3200 11th Street NW

Washington, 20010

Website Contact Social

Columbia Heights Day is an annual neighborhood festival celebrating the vibrant community, culture, and small businesses of Columbia Heights. Now in its 18th year, the event features a lively mix of local vendors, live entertainment, and interactive activities for all ages—including face painting, tie-dye, karaoke, a dog costume contest, and more. Join us for a day of connection, creativity, and community right in the heart of Columbia Heights!

Go to 18th Annual Columbia Heights Day Read more
wildlife

Today* in Hawks*** around Town – Dove Down

By Prince Of Petworth

Thanks to George for sending:

“My girlfriend and I watched this contented Cooper’s hawk eat a mourning dove at 4th and G Streets NE. It might been an omen now that I think about it…”

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.

Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by ET

You can talk about whatever is on your mind – quality of life issues, a beautiful tree you spotted, scuttlebutt, or any random questions/thoughts you may have. But please no personal attacks and no need to correct people’s grammar. This is a place to vent and/or celebrate things about daily life in D.C.

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SW Waterfront

If you see folks running around in their underwear – Cupid’s Undie Run is this Saturday at the Wharf

By Prince Of Petworth

photo by Miki Jourdan

Ed. Note: Cupid’s Undie Run is a fundraiser for the Children’s Tumor Foundation.

From an email:

“On Saturday, February 21st – hundreds of Washingtonians will brave the cold in just their undies for this years Cupid’s Undie Run DC 2026, the nation’s largest pantless party and mileish run for charity. (more…)

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