Breakfast links: Don’t mind the bees next door, they’re good neighbors
Beekeeping is on the rise in the region
Urban beekeeping is on the rise around the country, including here in the Washington region. Some people even keep the little pollinators on rowhouse porches. This time of year you may see swarms of bees, but don't panic — local beekeepers will help move them to a safe place. (Jacob Fenston / WAMU)
A new survery proves Virginia’s Neabsco Creek is in trouble
A new marine survey reaffirmed previous findings by the Army Corps of Engineers — Neabsco Creek in eastern Prince William County, Virginia is dangerously shallow. Unfortunately, funding for dredging can be hard to come by, and prime boating season is rapidly approaching. (Luz Lazo / Post)
A 100-unit apartment is planned for the lot behind Masonic Temple
A new early-stage development plan for the lot behind 16th Street's Masonic Temple includes a 100+ unit apartment building with an underground garage with spaces for the apartment and the temple. (Nena Perry-Brown / UrbanTurf)
NoVa Metro numbers show a rough start to 2018
Despite competing against months last year where the Blue Line went through major track work and shutdowns, ridership for Northern Virginia is down 1.8% compared to 2017. Metrobus specifically has dropped a total of 21% since 2016. (Max Smith / WTOP)
A new mixed-use development will replace a vacant Alexandria office
A mixed-use development including 520 apartments, a fitness center, sports bar, and co-working lounge is set to replace a currently-vacant office across from Eisenhower Metro station. The first apartments are expected to be ready by the end of 2019. (Michele Lerner / Post)
NPS cuts ties with the owners of Claude Moore Colonial Farm
After years of extended negotiations, the nonprofit that operates Claude Moore Colonial Farm has failed to reach an agreement with the NPS on new terms of ownership. The farm will continue to operate until it closes for winter as usual, while the NPS seeks new owners. (Neal Augenstein / WTOP)
Four hospital chiefs in Detroit pen a plea for public transit
A group of four chiefs of hospitals in the Detroit area collaborated on an article explaining the connection between public transit and the public health of a city. The healthcare group is part of a growing public outcry for a major regional transit plan. (James Brasuell / Planetizen)
How the Twin Cities managed a 30% increase in bus ridership
The Twin Cities managed to increase ridership by 30% since 2016 by making a host of common but effective improvements. (James Brasuell / Planetizen)
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