February 2025 News Bytes


Landmark Bridge and Hotel Demo-Ready?  

Here’s a note from NPS about the decaying streetcar bridge west of Georgetown University: “The National Park Service is reviewing a Special Use permit application from the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) to demolish the historic Foundry Branch Trestle Bridge in northwest Washington, D.C. The elevated railway bridge is owned by WMATA and is located within the boundaries of Glover Archbold Park, which is federal park land managed by Rock Creek Park.” 

It continues: “WMATA currently proposes to completely raze the bridge and all associated infrastructure, including the concrete abutments. Park land would be used for staging equipment and materials, as well as for site access. Following demolition, the site would be restored to naturalistic conditions and the Glover Archbold Trail reopened.”  

As for the Key Bridge Marriott in Rosslyn, Virginia, Arlington County stated: “The property at 1401 Langston Blvd., previously declared to be a public nuisance by Arlington County’s Building Official, is being returned to the custody of the property owner and their contractors for demolition, in compliance with the Notice of Violation issued in May 2024.  

“In the coming weeks, community members can expect to see an increased presence and activity, including mobilization of demolition equipment and demolition-related site activity.”  

 

Four-Legged Hero Saves the Day 

There is a local four-legged hero in town at the Beall Court condos. A chihuahua named Pokito, who lives with his owner, Flor Trillo, on O Street NW near Rose Park, woke up Trillo with very loud barking at 4 a.m. on Feb. 1. When Trillo got out of bed to investigate, she smelled smoke and heard an explosion outside. Looking out her front window, she saw smoke billowing from a manhole cover. District Fire and EMS arrived soon, along with Pepco.  

A root from a tree on city property had grown into the underground electric cable connection to her building. Thankfully, there was no fire. The utility company was out Saturday fixing the problem. 

Congrats, Pokito! Not all heroes wear capes. 

Read full story here.

 

Huguette M. Wilson, 1929-2025 

Huguette Wilson, a proud and elegant Frenchwoman who moved to the U.S. in her 20s and lived in Washington, D.C., for more than 70 years, passed away peacefully on Jan. 23 at her cherished Georgetown home, surrounded by close family and friends. She was 95.   

Her beloved husband of 43 years, Robert (Bob) Wilson, died in 2000. She is survived by her son, Stephen, and grandchildren, Peter and Alexandra.     

Read full story here.

   

Georgetown House Tour Set for April 26 

The 92nd Georgetown House Tour will take place on Saturday, April 26, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $60 each purchased in advance online and $65 the day of the tour. The Patrons’ Party will be on Wednesday, April 23, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.  

Since 1931, St. John’s Episcopal Church has organized and hosted the Georgetown House Tour to raise funds for ministry and outreach. The tour has been an important part of enabling the mission of St. John’s in the greater Georgetown community. For details, visit georgetownhousetour.com.  

 

Community Celebrated at GU Open House 

Georgetown University gathered partners, neighbors and university and community leaders across Washington, D.C., to celebrate the holidays and community partnership on Dec. 12.  

Recalling that President Emeritus Jack DeGioia “loved this annual event,” Interim President Robert Groves thanked everyone for their support and engagement throughout the year. Guests included: Ward 2 Council member Brooke Pinto, a Georgetown Law alum; Advisory Neighborhood Commissioners; members of the Georgetown Community Partnership Steering Committee and Working Groups; and leaders of the Citizens Association of Georgetown, Burleith Citizens Association and Foxhall Community Citizens Association, along with government officials, community leaders, friends and neighbors.  

 

 

 

 

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