Shining a light on the development at 1st and Kennedy Streets NW

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Shining a light on the development at 1st and Kennedy Streets NW

Long reported and long awaited, the property on the northeast corner of 1st and Kennedy Streets NW in the Manor Park neighborhood – the now-called “71 Kennedy” – will soon be developed. This is despite community concerns about the proposed development changes, such as the developer’s decision to remove the promised first-floor retail component. The lack of transparency, along with apparent obfuscation of prior business relationships and no longer keeping to stated commitments, has residents angered.

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Some in 16th Street Heights want to hire private security to patrol their streets — should they?

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Some in 16th Street Heights want to hire private security to patrol their streets — should they?

In the wake of a fatal shooting in the 16th Street Heights neighborhood, some residents have started exploring the idea of hiring a private security firm to patrol their streets. They want to restore a sense of safety and security to their neighborhood, with the proposal reflecting the anxiety and fear their neighborhood — and the city in general — feel as residents look to ensure safety. Where does MPD fit in?

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National poetry month is here, and so is DCPL’s annual Haiku Contest!

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National poetry month is here, and so is DCPL’s annual Haiku Contest!

In celebration of National Poetry Month, DCPL is hosting its annual Haiku Contest. Poets of all ages are welcome; residents aged 6 and up are invited to submit two haiku either online or with a paper entry at participating libraries.

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Breaking: Two foster monkeys loose in Petworth

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Breaking: Two foster monkeys loose in Petworth

Of all the days… a resident in 16th Street Heights reported that her two foster squirrel monkeys have escaped their enclosure at her house and now are loose in the neighborhood.

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Councilmember's Corner: DC programs we should all know

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Councilmember's Corner: DC programs we should all know

My team and I wanted to highlight some great DC programs that are already in place but go underutilized because not enough people know about them. This CM Corner article offers a ton of DC programs and services, with a brief description and link to more information. I hope it is a useful resource for you and your families as we begin spring in DC!

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Former Powell Elementary PTA treasurer being sued by DC AG for theft of money meant for students

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Former Powell Elementary PTA treasurer being sued by DC AG for theft of money meant for students

The DC Attorney General’s office has filed a lawsuit against Robynn Chandler-Mitchell, the former Treasurer of Powell Padres, the Powell Elementary parent-teachers organization, for failing to return almost $19,000 she took from the Powell PTA.

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Local DC Tool Library in Twin Oaks burglarized with over $10K in losses, fundraiser launched

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Local DC Tool Library in Twin Oaks burglarized with over $10K in losses, fundraiser launched

The DC Tool Library (1390 Taylor St NW) was created in 2020 by Green Neighbors DC, who were motivated by how other tool libraries had strengthened local communities. Offering free access to more than 500 tools, the Tool Library was recently burglarized several times over the course of a week, with more than $10,000 worth of tools stolen. They’re looking to raise funds to replace tools and improve security.

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Is ANC 4C going through the motions or will they actually take community input? (Community Opinion)

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Is ANC 4C going through the motions or will they actually take community input? (Community Opinion)

A Community-Submitted Opinion Article
Today, after significant pleading from a long standing community resident, three ANC commissioners released the draft resolution.  While I am grateful that the ANC Commissioners finally heeded the advice of community members to be more transparent, the proposal continues to fall short and does not sincerely address the concerns of those most impacted by the DDOT proposal.

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Compete in the "Ward 4 Out Loud" slam poetry competition and open mic for students

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Compete in the "Ward 4 Out Loud" slam poetry competition and open mic for students

The Ward 4 Out Loud Slam Poetry Competition and Open Mic is a slam poetry program for middle and high school students who reside or attend school in Ward 4. Competition winners and runner-ups win cash prizes! Learn more and sign up!

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Help choose Lower Georgia Avenue’s new street banners! (Updated!)

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Help choose Lower Georgia Avenue’s new street banners! (Updated!)

UPDATED: Lower Georgia Avenue Main Street (LGAMS) will be printing three banner designs to decorate the poles along the corridor. These banners will span the entire corridor, from Upshur Street to Barry Place. But which three designs should make the cut?

You can help choose!

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Learn about volunteering to mentor students in our area

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Learn about volunteering to mentor students in our area

Join DC Tutoring & Mentoring Initiative and your neighbors either on Saturday, January 20th at Petworth Library from 11am-12pm, or on Sunday, January 21st from 11am-12pm at the Josephine Butler Parks Center (2437 15th St. NW) to learn about getting involved as a volunteer tutor or mentor to kids in Petworth or Columbia Heights.

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You’re invited to Reimagine Justice at Lincoln’s Cottage through a new art exhibit

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You’re invited to Reimagine Justice at Lincoln’s Cottage through a new art exhibit

Created by artists living within the US carceral system and curated by the Committee of Incarcerated Artists and Writers, the Prison Reimagined exhibit features presidential portraits paired with that president’s record on incarceration and visions of what true justice could look like. This project is the creation of journalist Cadell Kivett, one of the editors of Nash News, who is currently incarcerated at the Nash Correctional Institution in North Carolina. Project made possible by the Arts for Justice Fund.

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Local pickup frisbee and soccer games help tie neighbors together

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Local pickup frisbee and soccer games help tie neighbors together

Not only does frisbee create a sense of community but so does the distinct and strong identity as a Petworth resident. When asked about Petworth as a neighborhood, Zach said, “Here, people really want to know each other and feel part of a community. I’m really glad we have that.”

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Volunteer for the Uptown Pride Planning Committee!

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Volunteer for the Uptown Pride Planning Committee!

After a very successful first year, the Uptown Pride event organizers are looking to grow their planning committee and are looking for volunteers to join the committee. Learn more…

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