Posts tagged Parks
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Roanoke trail shuttle presents model for similar rural sites considering transit
Virginia’s Department of Rail and Public Transportation gave Roanoke County a grant in 2022 to relieve parking congestion at its popular rural trailheads. The pilot was successful and the service starts again on March 3. Could something similar happen at other sites across Virginia? Keep reading…
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Photo Friday: Play in the park
Enjoy this week’s images from the Greater and Lesser Washington Flickr pool! Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Metrorail wheel concerns may be linked to track problems
Metrorail’s 7000 series train issues may also be linked to older track problems. MoCo Council seeks stricter e-scooter rules. Some Arlingtonians concerned dogs may use a park outside of “dog park” sections. Keep reading…
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How a car-free Beach Drive embodies universal design
Beach Drive’s closure to cars allows for people to safely enjoy Rock Creek Park. This embodies universal design, which places importance on spaces being accessible to all who may use them for their intended purpose, which in the case of Rock Creek Park is recreation and leisure. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Purple line contractor reaches labor settlement
MD Purple line contractor reaches labor union agreement. JXN Project seeks to lift up Black history in Richmond. Dupont Circle ANC approves Swann Street change, awaits official change from DC Council. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: What’s next for Dulles Airport as it turns 60
Dulles Airport head sets course on eve of airport’s 60th anniversary. Public school districts across the region start school year, expect more in-person students. U Street Metro west entrance redevelopment plans released. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: NoVA transportation authority releases transformative long-range plan
NoVA Transportation Authority releases plans for 429 projects over next 20 years. How the 11th Street Bridge Park project could impact Anacostia. No more HOV privileges for Maryland electric, hybrid vehicle drivers. Keep reading…
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Car-free travel idea: Backpacking via Metro
Here are a few transit-accessible places to go backpacking this summer. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Tourism spending hasn’t reached pre-pandemic levels
In 2021, DC tourists spent 35% less than in 2019. Arlington parks rank 3rd in the country. Badly-needed bike lanes are finally coming to UMD’s campus in College Park. Keep reading…
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Parking spaces to parklets: PARK(ing) Day is back this September
If you’ve ever looked at a parking space and dreamed of what it could be without a big metal machine weighing it down, now’s your chance to find out. Keep reading…