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Mapped: Melanoma cases in the DMV
Data: cancer.gov. Map: Axios VisualsDoctors are diagnosing more people with melanoma.Why it matters: Although melanoma accounts for only about 1% of skin cancers, it's responsible for the large majority of skin cancer deaths, according to the American Cancer Society (ACS).By the numbers: Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S.New cases of melanoma rose 2% to 3% annually between 2015 and 2019, Axios' Tina Reed reports.In particular, there's been an increase in the number of people diagnosed with skin cancer over the age of 50, says Shanthi Sivendran, ACS senior vice president of cancer care support.ACS estimates...
D.C. house-hunters hibernate this summer
Data: Redfin; Chart: Axios VisualsThe saying typically goes "when the fireworks go off, the sales go down" but that's not the case this busy season, DMV agent Russell Brazil tells Axios.Why it matters: DMV housing market activity dried up early this year, with mortgage rates primarily to blame.State of play: As of May, new listings were up 7.4% in the DMV, while pending home sales and closed sales were down 20% and 10.5% respectively, data show.Inventory stats are slightly misleading, Brazil says. There's a surplus of condos on the market, and very few single-family homes or townhouses.What they're saying: Sellers...
D.C. road closures and checkpoints for the NATO Summit
Image courtesy D.C. mayor's officeThe NATO Summit taking place July 9-11 means road and sidewalk closures for many blocks around the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and near the White House — before and after the summit.Why it matters: Residents will need to exercise patience and plan ahead.State of play: Around the convention center emergency no-parking will be in effect from Saturday at 6am until July 12 at 6pm.From July 8 to 11, a large screening perimeter will require drivers and pedestrians to pass through checkpoints, such as on Q Street between 11th and 7th Streets and at H...
New D.C. shop lets you DIY candles and charm bracelets
There's a new Union Market shop where you can DIY your own candles and charm bracelets.Why it matters: Hot weather = prime indoor activity season.The big picture: District Candle Lab is D.C.'s only make-your-own candle bar.The store was launched by Ferzan Jaeger, who's behind the Kensington gift shop Olive & Loom and the local candle company Kin & Care.How it works: Create your own custom candle fragrance by mixing and matching options from a "scent wall," then choose a container and head to the store's candle bar to make your soy wax creation alongside one of the store's candle pros.Plus: Create your own charm necklaces with charms from Jaeger's jewelry line, Fawne.Gifts and home goods are for sale in the store, too.District Candle Lab is located in Union Market at 1325 5th St. NE, Suite F.It's open from 11am to 6pm, Tuesday-Sunday.
Boil-water advisories lifted in D.C., Arlington
D.C. and Arlington County officials issued alerts early Thursday that a precautionary boil water advisory across the region had been lifted.Why it matters: Residents can go back to the tap and Brita for now. Residents across the entire city and all of Arlington County had been advised late Wednesday to boil water for one minute before drinking it or using it in food prep.Driving the news: The Army Corps of Engineers discovered turbidity issues with water supplied by the Washington Aqueduct, per DC Water. Turbidity — or water clarity — can indicate that disease-causing organisms are in the water. "These...
New D.C. crafting & community space blends making, art and cocktails
We all could probably use some more "good spirits." A new community space between Shepherd Park and Takoma promises just that.Why it matters: In a moment of exceptional political upheaval in our nation's capital, might I recommend some crafts?Zoom in: Merry Pin opened in mid-June and is many things: coffee and cocktail bar; seller of yarns and needles, paper crafts and fabric art supplies; and space for private events and casual hangs.As young people ditch booze, it's also a perfect space to host a party that revolves around an activity besides drinking (more on that later). During my recent visit,...
Bethesda's getting an independent bookstore
A former Washington Post journalist and a book podcaster are opening an independent bookstore in Bethesda this fall.Why it matters: Bethesda currently doesn't have any standalone bookstores.State of play: Amy Joyce, the Post's former On Parenting writer and editor who took a buyout earlier this year, and Gayle Weiswasser, who runs a blog and podcast about books, are the duo behind the forthcoming Wonderland Books.Both longtime readers, the women met at a book club several years ago and decided to join forces to open a store of their own.What they're saying: "It's kind of shocking to us as big book...
Wilson pool inches toward reopening after year-plus closure
After several false starts, repairs at the Wilson pool in Tenleytown appear close to completion.Why it matters: It is one of D.C.'s largest indoor pools — empty lap lanes were scarce — but HVAC problems led it to stay closed for much of the past 16 months.State of play: There is no exact reopening date. But D.C. was refilling and testing the pool last week after discovering a leak in June.Crews need to "chlorinate, run the filtration system, and then test the water," Ward 3 council member Matt Frumin told residents in an announcement last Friday. "Only then can they...
Best summer reads, according to D.C.-area booksellers
The team behind Wonderland Books shared their top summer reads with us — both new releases and classic bangers that run the gamut from easy-breezy to serious.Why it matters: It's almost the Fourth of July — you'll need something to read by the pool or beach.📚 "Summer Fridays" by Suzanne Rindell: "A summer romance with heft that's also a nostalgic look at New York in the early aughts," says Weiswasser.📚 "Sandwich" by Catherine Newman: This follows a woman at her annual Cape Cod family vacation as she navigates the transition between being a mom of grown kids and a child...
Ned's Club in D.C. wants to open in time for inauguration 2025
The creators of Soho House are planning to open their ritzy Ned's Club near the White House in time for inauguration day.Why it matters: Ned's Club boasts exclusive access to restaurant and event spaces with rare views of Washington, plus curated experiences and entertainment.State of play: The club — the fourth after London, Doha, and New York City — is being built on the top three floors of the future Milken Center, a six-building complex that will include the former Riggs Bank. The finished space will be in President's Park at 734 15th St. NW.A rooftop terrace and loft restaurant...
Seriously good summer happy hours around D.C.
New summer happy hours are popping up around D.C.Why it matters: Lighter summer workweeks mean you can actually take advantage of early (and late) deals.🥟 Dim sum-styleChang Chang (Dupont Circle): Chef Peter Chang's new summer happy hour includes $8 wines, $6 beers, and ciders plus discount bites like bao, duck burgers, and dumplings. Mon-Thurs, 4:30-6:30pm, Fri and Sun, 3-5pm🇮🇹 Aperitivo-styleAventino (Bethesda): It's an aperitivo power hour at the Roman hotspot, which pours $8 negronis and spritzes and serves $8 cicchetti like pizza bianca and fried gnocchi. Sun-Thurs, 5-6pm💸 Under $1Hiraya (H Street): Chef Paolo Dungca's Filipino spot serves 50-cent lumpia...
The new DMV laws going into effect July 1
A bunch of new laws take effect Monday in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.Why it matters: Many will impact your daily life.Zoom in: Here are some of the most notable:D.C. ⬆️ Minimum wage increaseThe minimum wage is now $17.50, up 50 cents. The tipped minimum wage rises from $8 to $10 per hour as a result of Initiative 82, which gradually increases the base pay for tipped workers (hospitality and otherwise) to be in line with the city's minimum wage by 2027.💲 Pay transparencyNo more salary surprises — businesses must disclose pay rates and salary ranges on job listings, and employers...
What's up with all the DMV's recent bear sightings
It's the season of the bear in D.C. — and we don't just mean the chaotic TV show, but bears, plural: real, furry, pawin-through-the-trash bears.The big picture: A slew of recent DMV black bear sightings have made headlines: A bear — which neighbors quickly nicknamed "Otis" — was spotted in Brookland in May, and there have been several reported bear sightings in Maryland.Last month, a bear was hit and killed on I-395 in Arlington, and the body of a bear was found illegally dumped in Arlington after it was hit and killed on I-66.Last year, the local internet lost it...
The best small town July 4th celebrations around D.C.
Looking for July Fourth fun? We've got a great list of small towns you can visit for fireworks, parades, and nostalgic festivities.Why it matters: D.C. crowds can be a lot, plus many of these family-friendly celebrations are free and full of local flavor.🥧 The intrigue: You don't have to leave the big city for a small-town experience. The annual July 4th Palisades Parade, now in its 58th year, makes for a nostalgic celebration starting with a hoedown in Palisades Park on July 3 filled with free ice cream, pie, and live music.The parade starts at 11 am on July 4...
Rooftop parties to watch July Fourth fireworks in D.C.
Fourth of July fireworks are almost here, and a bunch of D.C. rooftop bars are hosting viewing parties.Why it matters: You can rise above the National Mall crowds.State of play: The massive 17-minute display will start at 9:09pm, but most parties start well before that.🍹 Tiki TNT: The Wharf's rum distillery and tiki bar throws an annual July 4th luau. Tickets ($30) include a welcome drink and guarantees outdoor seating (7-10pm).🍷 L'Ardente: The glam Italian restaurant takes over Capitol Crossing's enclosed rooftop conservatory. Guests can opt for a full package with a prix-fixe dinner and viewing party that's $275 from...
A few seeds to homesteading: How a DMV resident did it
"You can grow more food than you can eat in a 10x10 space," according to DMV homesteader Elias Castillo.The big picture: In a 2022 Homesteaders of America survey, roughly 40% of homesteaders reported adopting the lifestyle within the last three years.Why it matters: People are leaning into more self-sufficient lifestyles in attempts to improve their health and make more eco-friendly choices.Zoom in: Castillo started with a few seeds on his balcony 13 years ago. He worked for an organic grocer and wanted to try his hand at growing his own organic produce.Now he has a quarter-acre in Fairfax County that...
Dan Snyder lists his Virginia estate for $60 million
Dan Snyder's humongous, record-breaking estate near Mount Vernon is for sale.Why it matters: The former Commanders owner keeps unloading his local assets.Driving the news: The Snyders are asking $60 million for River View in Fairfax County. If it goes for that much, it would top its own record for the highest sale ever in the Washington region.Snyder and his wife, Tanya, paid $48 million in cash for the estate in 2021.The 16.5-acre estate sits on the Potomac River, with a 16,000-square-foot main house, a guest house, a carriage house, and a dock.What's inside: Eight bedrooms, nine baths, six half-baths, a...
Battle over future of Union Station goes to Congress
Union Station is embarking on a long modernization project — but before all that, there's a saga over its immediate control, setting up a clash between a top House Republican and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Why it matters: House Oversight Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) is trying to derail Amtrak's...
The best and worst July Fourth travel times in D.C.
More than 1.8 million Washington-area folks are expected to travel this Fourth of July week, according to AAA. The big picture: There are some dos and don'ts to avoid headaches during the holiday travel frenzy when nearly 71 million Americans are expected to hit the roads or skies. Reagan National...
River Road work will impact traffic until mid-September
Commuters on River Road in Maryland heads up: Road work that began Thursday will slow traffic through Sept. 14. State of play: Washington Gas is performing work that will impact the following areas, Monday through Saturday between 7am and 5pm:. Between Wilson Lane and Winston Drive, the southbound left lane...
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