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7000 strikes again

Metro’s second 7000-series train will make its debut on the Red Line next Monday. Just as the first 7000-series train runs exclusively on the Blue Line, this train will only run on the Red Line in the coming months. (Post)

Revolutionary

In the past ten years, new technology and transportation options transformed how DC area residents travel and get goods and services. These small changes are revolutionizing where and how people live. (Washingtonian)

Recount recalled

Tensions may have eased between Trayon White and LaRuby May. White, who lost the Ward 8 election by just 79 votes, called off a recount that he had requested. (City Paper)

School focus

Mayor Bowser campaigned on improving the District’s middle schools, but her budget doesn’t seem to reflect that. Per-student spending is flat and a drop in capital funds means many schools will see delays of planned renovations. (Post)

2001, A Cycling Odyssey

A cyclist wrote in to Dr. Gridlock to say he’s noticed that drivers have gotten better at sharing the road with cyclists. But he still wishes they wouldn’t honk at him when they pass. (Post)

Just around the corner

Inspired by Tysons Corner, Fairfax has set out to revitalize Seven Corners from car-centric into a walkable mixed-use location. (Post)

Still standing

The DC Daughters of the American Revolution is working on a project to restore the District’s boundary stones. The stones were the original markers for the District’s borders with Maryland and Virginia. (Post)

It’s so simple

The best way to get more Americans to walk and bike is to change the landscape. Bring back the street grid, change zoning, get rid of parking requirements, put roads on a diet, and build protected bike lanes that connect. (Vox)