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“Dear PoPville,

I was in the Rodman’s in Friendship Heights today and I saw they had those World Cup stickers and sticker books that you posted about before. I know most places are sold out now, so I figured your readers would love to know, and support a local business. The cashier told me that all three of their locations will have a limited supply.”


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“Dear PoPville,

On Father’s Day, I was watching Spain’s World Cup game at Aslin on 14th with some friends and my dog. You were there with your parents and ended up making friends with my dog.

We spoke in Spanish and you told me you were from Madrid. (more…)


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Joey’s unexpected passing has been especially difficult for his elderly parents, (more…)