Posts tagged Retail
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You can drink local beer without driving at these three breweries
Drinking top-notch craft beer at its source is one of my favorite activities. Not only is the beer delicious, but in this era of political division microbreweries are one of the few places at which people from all walks of life tend to come together and have a great time. Keep reading…
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National Links: Go east, young man
If you're heading out of DC at rush hour, your best bet may be to drive east. Cities seeking to grow their nightlife are bringing in Night Mayors. And this weird quirk in the tax code explains why Vancouver builds way more condos than rental apartments. Check out what's happening around the nation and the world in transportation, land use, and other related areas. Keep reading…
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After being closed temporarily, 7th Street by Eastern Market could stay that way
For two years, a weekend flea market outside Eastern Market has temporarily been able to set up stalls on 7th Street SE, which is closed for a construction project. But now that the work is finished, there's a debate over whether the street should stay closed on weekends, or be open to cars all the time. Keep reading…
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DC nightlife is booming, but not necessarily for much longer
Nightlife in DC has grown dramatically in recent years, from just over 800 bars, restaurants, and nightclubs in 2008 to just under 1300 in 2016. While the conventional wisdom that most restaurants don’t survive their first year is far from true, nightlife in DC hasn’t been all boom—even in this period of rapid growth there were many short-lived bars, restaurants, and nightclubs. Keep reading…
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National Links: This stuff is bananas
A proposed highway in Dallas finally dies after a decade-long fight. In Los Angeles, fans of a successful bus rapid transit line wonder why it needs to become a train. And did you know how complicated it is to deliver bananas to the grocery store? Check out what's happening around the nation in transportation, land use, and other related areas. Keep reading…
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Adams Morgan considers closing 18th Street to some, or all, motor vehicles
In early June, a motorist on 18th Street in Adams Morgan struck three people. The incident rekindled an old discussion about how to make a neighborhood known for its busy nightlife safer for everyone who visits, works, lives, or passes through there. One solution might be closing the street to cars. Keep reading…
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Going cashless may hurt low income families the most
What’s in your wallet? It’s more than just a popular slogan now that some area restaurants are going or have already gone cashless (meaning they don't accept cash), which puts some customers in a bind. Beyond limiting dining options, going cashless also has broader implications for low income citizens. Keep reading…
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Gentrification in Shaw isn’t so black and white
Shaw may not be the heart of Chocolate City anymore, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for people of color. In fact, there may actually be more chances to build community here. Keep reading…
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Town, DC’s largest gay bar, is closing. What does it mean?
Town, the massive gay dance club in Shaw, announced last week that it will close next summer after rumors to the contrary. The owner sold it to a developer who plans to build an apartment building in its place. What does Town closing mean for the city’s gay community? Contributors agree that the “gayborhood” isn’t going anywhere, but it won’t look the same in the future. Keep reading…
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No, you don’t have to spend $100 to get a nice dinner for two in DC
It’s no secret that if you want to find an expensive meal in DC, you don’t have to look very far. But there are also plenty of places to eat that are delicious, fun, and won’t break the bank. Keep reading…