photo by @MadelineinDC
Thanks to all who sent us Madeline’s photo (above) last night at 6:45pm.
The Wharf responded at 8:45pm:
“We apologize for the poor phrasing of our recent mask signs. Read More
From WMATA:
“Effective immediately, Metro will make masks optional on Metrorail, Metrobus and MetroAccess for its customers. Masks also will be optional for Metro employees. This change comes as a result of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) suspending enforcement, while the Biden Administration reviews a federal judge’s ruling.
“Our mask mandate has been based on federal guidance,” said General Manager and Chief Executive Officer Paul J. Wiedefeld. “We will continue to monitor this situation as it unfolds, but masks will be optional on Metro property until further notice.”
Metro encourages its customers to make decisions that are in their best interests. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.”
Photo by angela n.
“Dear PoPville,
I’m just writing in about my experience with healthcare workers to see if anyone else has experienced this, as well. I went to get a blood test at labcorp and the phlebotomists at the front desk took her mask OFF to talk to me. Then last week, I went to my allergist to get some tests done and the doctor walked in with his mask below his mouth. Today, I went to CVS to pick up some meds, and the pharmacist had his mask below his chin the entire 20 min I was in line. Read More
Thanks to Deborah for sending her great work above: “Here are a bunch of masks I made on my sewing machine using the New York Times pattern.”
On Friday we spoke about where folks were getting their masks. For folks who were making them on their own I asked if they’d send us some of their goods. Boy did you answer. Have a gander and the many many more examples below: Read More