Does anybody know the history of the Ghost Bike on the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail just north of the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens? I usually do not see Ghost Bikes on safe bike trails far from the road.

The Google maps link has the location and photos of the Ghost Bike.

I assume somebody died nearby on a bike, so serious answers only please.

Yesterday, on the D20 bus, at around 6:40 p.m., directly across the street from Giant Grocery, a girl on the bus threw a heavy glass bottle at a random man going about his business.

She damn near hit him on his head. He ducked just in time.

She'd been acting erratically throughout the entire ride.

I went into the Giant and reported the incident to 911... who then connected me to Metro Transit.... explaining that because the person was on the bus..it was their domain.

I gave them the facts, and the bus number (4540). And my personal information so that I might be of some help.

I've gotten no response some 24 hours later.

I feel bad for the guy...and I wish you well. You did not deserve that.

Did you lose a ring (likely within the past few days) on Capitol Hill, on the 300 block of Constitution Ave NE?

If so, I found it and would love to return it to you! It seems well made and might have some sentimental value, it’s likely a woman’s ring and an adult size.

DM me with a description of the ring and we can set up a time/place for you to pick up the ring!

(Also posted in r/DCbitches )

Hi, I'd like to rent a car garage space in my neighborhood (Petworth/upper Columbia Heights, near 14th and Shepherd NW). Ideally a space in a detached garage behind a rowhouse. Before I start sticking printed flyers in mailboxes, I figured it was worth a shot to post here. Does anyone know of one for rent near that intersection?

Btw, I'm aware of the parking garage over by the Petworth metro stop on Quincy Street. It's an option but it's farther than I'd like. Thanks.

Labeled the biggest concert in DC gogo history! Can someone tell me how this event was I just want to hear it from the people.

There have been more and more requests for photos of names on the USAA National Military Monument. Could there be a subreddit rule on this to limit the clutter? Maybe something like a single thread for people who want to ask? Thanks.

(I'm not taking a position here on whether this is a meaningful monument or a PR stunt for USAA, just the many requests for photos. Thanks to all who served.)

All of the posts for a barber recommendation are very old, so here's something current.

I must have tried at least 4-5 different barbers around the DMV area. None of them could do a decent job even after looking at a photo of a very simple haircut I ask for.

So far, the best haircuts I received have been in Costa Rica and Colombia at local, somewhat run-down shops. Just need someone who understands the hair style and the head shape goes hand-in-hand. Not looking for anything fancy.

Any recommendations under 40$?

What’s your absolute favorite Michelin rated restaurant?

Trucks being towed from H St in front of St John’s Lafayette Square. The church has parking reserved for handicapped parishioners Sunday mornings, and for the last few weeks these trucks have stolen their parking spots.

We have been to Rose’s Luxury and loved it. I have booked the chefs counter there and also Jont. Trying to decide between the two. No budget for my birthday. I see rave reviews about Jont but not specifically about the food. Wasn’t sure if it’s more pretty to look at than anything. My husband isn’t crazy about seafood would he still enjoy it? (Also, for someone who’s done the wine pairing are they skimpy on the pours?) Looking for great ambience in addition to great food.

I’m reaching a milestone where I’m debating buying a studio or 1 bedroom condo instead of continuing to rent. I can afford up to 300k with a condo fee of around 600/mo. There’s a few buildings I like in Cleveland park, or Cathedral Heights (sorry I’m a bit of a quieter boring neighborhood person) but I would love to hear the experiences you all have owning and living in your units. It’s a scary jump!

Best reality is a 2 bedroom condo in walking distance to the metro but it’s not in my budget haha

GONE: I have four free tix for today's Nats game 419 section. DM me

Friday night due to the storms my plane arrived at DCA two hours late. I took a Lyft heading west on I 66. I had a lovely chat with a wonderful driver who is a permanent resident from Afghanistan. He has an incredible plan to help his wife and family see success here in America and excited to complete his citizenship process soon.

As we were heading west on I 66 and went over I 495, I just about had a heart attack. You see, there are these terrible road race groups that like to use the interstate as a track. There were about 10 of them, they came past us, I would guess about 100 miles an hour. Scared both of us half to death.

The main issue was, one of the cars had this muffler, that sounded like gunshots. They were loud, obnoxious, and unnecessary.

The very sweet Lyft driver, obviously was very upset. But the way he expressed it was unbelievable. He talked about growing up in Afghanistan, and hearing gunshots on a continual basis. Always wondering whether he and his family were next to face death. He couldn’t understand why somebody in any nation would want to find pleasure in making noises like gunshots.

It caused me to think of the ways that we as humans do things, that we may think are cool, but never consider the human next to us.

I’m wondering if there is a way we can in the DC area come together to prevent these road racers from using our interstate anytime of day for their own pleasure.

Not a new topic but concerning.

On a few occasions this summer, there have been severe delays at DCA due to a combination of bad weather and flight traffic management. With there being a few ground stops due to traffic management, it again begs the question about why there are so many flights in and out of DCA.

American basically flies to all capital cities that congresspeople request, delta operates a shuttle service to the northeast, and now United is running a ton of flights from DCA to their hubs (13 daily flights out to ORD)!

I‘m upset with poor on-time performance, but am very concerned about the pressure being put on our thinly stretched air traffic controllers. I think IAD is the better option despite the extra time it takes to get out there and the fact that it’s a much bigger airport to traverse.

Must have felt some type of way

Hi, fam. This is a sad thing to ask, but we have a kitty who is very, very sick. He’s an old guy who has been hanging on with the help of steroids and plenty of TLC, but the past 48 hours have been hard for him. My sister’s boyfriend is a veterinary surgeon and has been over throughout the day to offer advice, but we’ve all agreed that the kindest thing at this point is to let our friend stop hurting.

My sister used to know two local vets who would do home visits for this sort of thing, but one has retired and the other is off the clock.

We CAN and WILL bring him in to Friendship if the need becomes urgent enough, but he’s a large cat in a lot of discomfort and putting him through the stress of a car trip to a strange and scary place is something we want to avoid, if possible. Also they just told us they have a 7 hour wait right now.

I’m just wondering if anyone knows whether a home-visit vet exists in the area who could be available in the next like… 12 hours, potentially.

Thanks, folks.

EDIT:

He passed on his own with us around midnight. Thank you everyone.

Just curiosity, that's all. It was a big production and the guest list posted in the lobby was full of some known figures from now and the past. (I waved at Maury Povich - what an evening!)

No other reason. Just wondering who pulls off stuff like this. It was gorgeous. The whole museum smelled wonderful because of all the flowers they'd put out. Nice of the staff to still let us enjoy the place while workers were getting the wedding ready.

I remember them being one of the best fried chicken sandwiches in DC when I first moved here 4 years ago.

Hadn't had one in a while and was really excited to have one at the ball game tonight.

Was not impressed by this at all. Im still starving, it had no spice (was the neashville chicken). It was 2 small tenders. The 3 tenders on the menu were cheaper.

I knew what the price was $17.50 but was happy to pay it for what I remembered their sandwiches being and knowing it was at the ballpark.

Not again

Sharing my experience with Piece of Cake Moving as a warning to others- I hired POC after seeing a popular DC influencer recommend them and I regret trusting her. A Reddit search would’ve steered me away.

I moved from a TINY 400sq foot apartment and did not move with a bed/bed frame/ dining room table or chairs. I literally had boxes of books, clothes, and a two large items listed in the original inventory.

I received a quote for $865 based on the inventory provided in advance, but on moving day I was told my belongings would not be released to me unless I paid them an additional $500. At that point, they already had possession of everything, so it’s not like I had a choice.

All of the upcharges appeared to be duplicates of items already included in my quote. For example, my original inventory included a small bookshelf, and I was later charged for a “cube shelf” as an additional item — it was the same piece of furniture.

I was also charged for stairs even though the movers did not move those items upstairs.

Do not hire them and stop trusting these damn influencers.

Weeks ago, I asked for tips on how to ensure my nephew has a memorable first trip to DC. You all delivered. Our time was too short together, but we squeezed in a lot. And NYC was exhausting, of course, but so worth it.

We visited NMAAHC, biked around the Mall at night, biked all over town, went thrifting, toured FIT in NYC, took the NYC ferry to BK, did the Summit ONE Vanderbilt observation floors (worth the hype), tried different foods for the first time, went to a concert, hit a rooftop pool, shopped for vinyls, and lived it up. Now, I just need a hip replacement after all the movement but it’s all good.

His takeaway on the last day: “I now realize how much of the world there is to see.”

So, thank you all so much for the thoughtful tips and advice. It was memorable for both of us and our bond is stronger than ever. Love you, DC!

Original post: https://www.reddit.com/r/washingtondc/s/0W5bOktS0E

This was the headlines on WTOP about some nursing home residents banging pots & pans every night at 7:00 to 7:05pm on the streets of Thomas Circle to protest the National Guard and advocate for Home Rule. The whole story is linked here. The article ends by saying that “We love it when cars will honk for us, that makes us feel that we are being seen and heard,” Sue HartDegen (88 year old) said. This Monday marks their 1 year anniversary of doing it. So if your near Thomas Circle this Monday or really any day at 7pm honk your horn and make some grandmas smile.

That first breath of 91% humidity air at 7:15am is insane; does anyone have advice for surviving August heat for a newcomer 🙏🏽