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City Administrator Kevin Donahue writes: “PepcoConnect, DDOTDC, DCDPW teams worked overnight to clear downed trees & repair power lines: (more…)
PSA
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“Dear PoPville,
Just wanted to share a PSA to anyone with Hyundai vehicles that could be targeted by the TIkTok USB thieves (a whole bunch of Hyundai models pre-2022 that use a regular key to start the vehicle instead of a push start). There is a clinic at Lot 8 at RFK 8a – 7p through Monday (notice here!) where people can get a free software upgrade on their car. (more…)
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From AlertDC:
“The US Military will conduct a fly over in the National Capitol Region, at the Arlington National Cemetery, on Thursday, July 27, 2023 at 9:10 AM.”
via google maps
“Dear PoPville,
A little after 9 am, near the intersection of 17th and E Street NE, a woman was attacked by another woman holding a steel bar (like rebar or a crowbar). The woman who was attacked was saved by a bystander — a person who lives in the area — and was able to jump into someone’s car, who then apparently drove her to safety.
The woman who attacked her was seen wandering the area after that. (more…)
via WMATA
From WMATA:
“The future is looking clearer for Metrobus, as Metro and the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) announce the start of the 45-day minimum warning period for the Clear Lanes program. The goal is to improve bus speeds and reliability. Parked cars and vehicles illegally using dedicated bus lanes and bus stop zones slow buses down and impedes customer safety.
Under the program, cameras mounted on Metrobuses will capture video and photos of vehicles illegally operating, parking, standing, or stopping in dedicated bus lanes and bus zones. All enforcement will be handled by DDOT. Metro will not have any role in ticketing and enforcement. (more…)
photo by Melpomene Wetzlar
From AlertDC:
“The US Military will conduct a Fly Over in the National Capitol Region over Arlington Cemetery on Monday, July 24, 2023, at 11:49 AM.”
“Dear PoPville,
So, my husband and I went to brunch on Sunday and got a nasty surprise walking home. Jackie O’s has a delicious-sounding “unlimited” cocktail service for two hours. Since I’ve heard great things about the four cocktails in the deal, we decided to go for it. The unlimited cocktails cost $55, so pricey, but I figured 4 each would break even. (more…)
“Liberty Bell Cheesesteak”
From a press release:
“Lincoln Restaurant, a cherished cornerstone of the Washington D.C. dining scene for the past 12 years, is excited to announce its latest venture, White House Sandwiches, a groundbreaking ghost kitchen brand. Having resiliently navigated the challenges of COVID-19, Lincoln remains committed to offering a unique dining experience at its flagship location on 1110 Vermont Avenue, NW. Under the inspired stewardship of Owner and Proprietor, Alan Popovsky, the restaurant is venturing into the burgeoning landscape of ghost kitchens, augmenting its culinary reach to patrons beyond its physical premises. (more…)
photo by Melpomene Wetzlar
From AlertDC:
“The Naval Air Force Atlantic will conduct a flyover of the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery on Friday, July 21, 2023, at approximately 9:10 AM.”
“The list of 90 DC establishments offering extended hours during the FIFA Women’s World Cup” can be found here.
Also from the DC Public Library (looks like MLK downtown): (more…)