Features

The space equation: Where can a humble food producer get started?

Amanda Erickson Tuesday, February 18, 2014

When the chef's away, these food entrepreneurs come out to...work. They're taking the sharing economy to the next level, by splitting space (often for free) in exchange for menu items or equipment.

Economic Development, Food Systems, Restaurants, Sustainability

Columbia Heights-Mount Pleasant, Adams Morgan

Cyberspace connects DC with the businesses next door

Rhea Kennedy Tuesday, August 20, 2013

The Internet brings the world to your door. But local businesses are using the Web to attract customers from just around the corner.

Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Restaurants, Retail, Technology

H Street, U Street, Columbia Heights-Mount Pleasant, Adams Morgan

Step by step to better streets and better shopping

Beth Marlowe Tuesday, July 16, 2013

The District needs better shopping options. A new toolkit might help neighborhoods figure out exactly how to lure those retailers in. Here's a hint: start by coming together.

City Planning, Economic Development, Retail

Congress Heights, Rhode Island Avenue Corridor, Anacostia, Adams Morgan