Downtowner DC
• August 23, 2017

Capital One Arena Replaces Verizon Center The Verizon Center, a sports and entertainment arena originally known as the MCI Center, became the Capital One Arena on Aug. 9. Monumental Sports […]

We Strongly Support a Georgetown Main Street Program
• August 9, 2017

Georgetown is rich in history that dates back hundreds of years. From its earliest roots as a trading post and then a thriving port, Georgetown is internationally famous, not only […]

D.C. Trees Damaged by Gas Leaks
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Thousands of gas leaks discovered in 2011 are responsible for $15 million to $20 million in damage to trees in the District of Columbia, according to natural gas safety expert […]

Falafel Cited, No More Rat Banquets?
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The Potomac Street rats that have acquired a taste for falafel may find that a lid has been put on their international banqueting. The new Falafel Inc takeout kitchen at […]

August 3: Deadline to Avoid Fee for Georgetown BID’s Holiday Lighting Program
• July 31, 2017

Contact the BID office by August 3 about holiday lights and you’ll pay no fee for the program.

Promising Citi Open Begins on a Rainy Saturday
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The Citi Open started under rainy skies Saturday, but all of the matches were made up under clear skies on Sunday. The tennis tournament is now on schedule.

35th Rammys: Colorful, Tasty Salute to D.C. Restaurants
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Winners included Tarver King, Jemil Gadea, John Grace, Ryan Ratino, DC Brau Brewing, Pearl Dive Oyster Palace, Cava Group and Hazel.

July News: FBI, Skye and More
• July 28, 2017

Now that we’re in the peak of summer, please be mindful of the heat in the coming days. Temperatures are expected to stay in the mid- to upper 90s. Check […]

Wider Sidewalks Not a Walk in the Park
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The Georgetown Business Improvement District’s effort to widen pedestrian walking zones on the north side of M Street between Wisconsin Avenue and Key Bridge is coming under increased scrutiny. It’s […]

Harvey Looks Ahead to Georgetown Main Street Program
• July 27, 2017

The parts of District government that Georgetowners interact with most often are public safety and utilities. But the District’s Department of Small and Local Business Development is working to change […]