Fundraiser

“Heartbroken Families File Lawsuit Against District Dogs, Inc. on Behalf of Eight Cherished Dogs That Drowned”

By Prince Of Petworth

You can see their fundraiser here.

From a press release:

“Eight families whose beloved dogs drowned on August 14, 2023, while in the custody and care of the Northeast location of District Dogs, Inc., filed a lawsuit today in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia against District Dogs, Inc. and its founder and Chief Executive Officer, Jacob Hensley. The families of the drowned dogs—Elsa, Josie, Malee, Maple, Marcel, Memphis, Pepper, and Zeni—have brought claims to hold Defendants accountable for their gross negligence, trespass, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and violations of District statutes relating to unfair or deceptive trade practices. (more…)

Restaurants

Food Halls Out – Culinary Collectives In! “Silver Spring culinary destination, Solaire Social, opens Friday”

By Prince Of Petworth


8200 Dixon Avenue – Silver Spring MD. photo by Scott Suchman

From a press release:

“Solaire Social, Silver Spring’s highly anticipated culinary collective will open Friday, May 13.

The 13,000 square-foot dining destination and bar features a collection of artisan concepts, curated by chef and restaurateur, Akhtar Nawab of Hospitality HQ. Solaire Social lives by the motto, “Eat.Drink.Be Social”, (more…)

Sponsored

DC Fresh Finds for May 20, 2026

By Marcus Correll

This article is sponsored by RLAH @properties.

508 Kenyon Street NW508 Kenyon Street NW

This Park View rowhome comes with a built-in Airbnb unit that could pay the mortgage: 508 Kenyon St NW

  • 4BR/3.5BA renovated rowhome
  • Lower level is a separate rental unit
  • Built-in Airbnb income potential
  • Private patio + secure 2-car parking
  • Steps from Park View Metro and Petworth

Other Notable Fresh Listings:

  • The Most Expensive Home of the Week is a 5BR/5.5BA Romanesque Revival semi-detached townhome with a private garden in Georgetown—all for $7M.
  • “Tucked into one of Northwest DC’s most established neighborhoods, this Spanish/Mediterranean-inspired stucco home stands apart from the typical DC housing stock” with a clay tile roof, 9’+ ceilings, and a wood-burning fireplace.
  • “Blending classic DC charm with thoughtful modern updates,” this renovated Petworth rowhome features “quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a striking waterfall island” plus a rare expansive backyard with room to garden, play, or entertain.
  • Your REO/Bank-Owned Property of the Week is a “diamond in the rough” that’s “perfect for buyers ready to apply TLC and realize its full value” on a “quiet, tree-lined one-way street in the heart of sought-after Truxton Circle.”
More Fresh Finds
coffee

“the driver next to him warned him”

By Prince Of Petworth

“Dear PoPville,

Someone seemed a bit distracted this morning on the 16th. A couple of seconds after this picture was taken, the driver next to him warned him, and the gentleman got his beverage back, safe and sound.”

Rant/Revel

Random Reader Rant and/or Revel

By Prince Of Petworth


photo by Beau Finley

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