Development News

Mess Hall food incubator hopes to open in 2 weeks

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

The food incubator's racing to open within the next two weeks.

Popular Brentwood sandwich shop adding outdoor seating

Friday, September 12, 2014

MGM Roast Beef is adding outdoor seating that will hold an additional 40 customers.

DC dedicates Chuck Brown Park

Friday, August 22, 2014

DC officials dedicated the park to the Godfather of Go-Go Aug. 22, on what would have been Brown's 78th birthday.

Ward 5 resident opening yoga studio in Woodridge

Thursday, August 21, 2014

Yoga teacher will open a temporary studio in Woodridge to bring fitness and relaxation to the masses. Bonus: the studio sits atop local coffee roaster Zeke's.

Capitol Crossing may have competing food markets, Fort Totten gentrifying, and more

Friday, May 30, 2014

The panel touted as exploring "new development frontiers" didn't exactly deliver said frontiers, but tidbits from existing markets in the District are enticing.

Health/education facility on Rhode Island Avenue NE in progress

Friday, February 28, 2014

The polar vortex has slowed down construction but the 42,000-square-foot, $15-million center should be ready in about a year's time.

A new life for an old Langdon Park warehouse

Monday, February 24, 2014

A Brookland couple has purchased and repurposed a 36,000-square-foot warehouse into artists' studios, small businesses, and a vintage furniture store.

Bergami's Pizza to open by May 1 at Rhode Island Row

Thursday, February 13, 2014

The owner of Bergami’s Pizza has applied for a liquor license and expects to open the 20-seat restaurant at Rhode Island Row by May 1.

Chuck Brown Park sculpture designs open to public comment

Tuesday, February 04, 2014

Three competing designs for the public art component of Chuck Brown Park are being presented to the public.

Woodridge gym will open Dec. 7

Thursday, November 14, 2013

Personal trainer Larry Carroll, Sr., is putting the finishing touches on a new gym on Rhode Island Ave NE.

New mid-priced restaurant coming to Rhode Island Ave NE

Monday, November 04, 2013

The Public Option, a new restaurant from a local entrepreneur, is coming to Rhode Island Ave NE in spring 2014.

Rhode Island Ave karate/dance studio among businesses awarded streetscape grants

Monday, November 04, 2013

The family-owned business says its aging building is in dire need of its upcoming facelift.

City moving forward on Chuck Brown Memorial Park

Tuesday, October 01, 2013

The District is making strides in its efforts to construct a permanent, memorial to legendary guitarist/singer Chuck Brown, "the Godfather of Go-Go," having issued RFPs for the design-build of the central memorial plaza and for the art installation that will serve as a reminder of his cultural legacy.

Chef opens locally sourced catering business with supper club on R.I. Ave. NE

Thursday, September 26, 2013

Chef Oliver Friendly opens two food businesses, Eat & Smile Catering, and The Bespoke Kitchen, an occasional supper club, at 2212 Rhode Island Ave NE.