Ed. Note: The Office of PoPville has been warning about these techniques for YEARS, most recently in April.
From the DCAG’s Office:
“Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today issued the below consumer alert to warn DC residents about third-party energy companies using deceptive and potentially illegal sales tactics to pressure or trick DC consumers into switching energy providers. These third-party energy companies also often charge more for energy than Pepco or Washington Gas. (more…)
“Power to the Patients to Host Gin Blossoms for Special Performance at Congressional Baseball Game Pre-Party
On Wednesday, June 11, the PTTP Congressional Baseball Game Pre-Party with Gin Blossoms will take place at The Bullpen (1201 Half Street, SE) in support of true price transparency in healthcare. The event will run from 5:00-7:00 PM EDT, with doors opening at 4:00 PM EDT and the concert starting at 6:00 PM EDT sharp.”
From an email:
“Alt-rock legends Gin Blossoms are performing a FREE live show tonight, Wednesday, June 11th at The Bullpen — and D.C., you’re invited. (more…)
Thanks to John for sending last night: “Tanks on RI / 3rd NE @ 8:30 pm. Probably 20+ 18 wheelers hauling in military equipment for Saturday.”
Andrew sends more from Rhode Island Ave last night: (more…)
From MPD:
“Increased local security measures will be in place in the days leading up to, during, and immediately following the Army’s 250th Birthday Parade on June 14, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
The Army’s 250th Birthday Parade is designated a National Special Security Event by the Department of Homeland Security, a designation that is based in part on the event’s significance, size and attendees. Designating an event an NSSE allows for significant resources from the federal government, as well as state and local partners, to be used to ensure a robust security plan is in place.
This page will provide public safety information, road closures, and restrictions related to this event.
For information about the US Army’s 250th celebration, please visit their website.
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Metro Service (more…)
3153 Mt Pleasant Street, NW
$2 from 4-9pm: (more…)
photo by Adam Fagen
From a press release:
“U.S. Army Military District of Washington will be participating in the U.S. Army 250th Birthday Festival and Parade, Saturday, June 14.
Due to the incoming military aircraft to support operations, you will notice an increase in noise from June 10-15. The celebration will include several aerial performances from aircraft such as, the UH-60 Black Hawk, AH-64 Apache and the CH-47 Chinook.
The Army Birthday Festival will begin at 11 a.m. at the National Mall, (more…)
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is scheduled to begin streetscape work on Connecticut Avenue NW between S Street and California Street starting Monday, June 23, 2025, weather permitting. This marks the first phase of the Connecticut Avenue Streetscape and Deckover Project. The deckover portion of the project is expected to begin in late July.
Construction will begin in the median between S Street and California Street NW, followed by work on the small island between T Street and California Street NW. Sidewalk construction is scheduled to begin in early Fall.
Traffic Impacts: (more…)
From the National Weather Service:
“A tornado watch has been issued for parts of District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia until 10 PM EDT”
Thanks to David for the heads up:
“Cell On Wheels Aka a COW has been deployed on 14th next to Le Diplomate (ed. note: at first I thought this was going to be protest related.) This a common way to add extra cellular capacity at crowded events.“
photo by Eric P.
From AlertDC:
“The U.S. Military will conduct an aircraft flyover in the National Capital Region (NCR) over Nationals Park Stadium on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 6:45PM.“