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Another Hiccup For The Purple Line

The Purple Line’s troubled journey continues with the announcement that both the executive director and communications director are off the project. The 16-mile light-rail line from Bethesda to New Carrollton is already four and a half years behind schedule. The Maryland Transit Administration has said it will promptly begin searching for a new Executive Director for Transit Development and Delivery. [MoCo360]

• Related: Invested in the drama of the Purple Line? We have an episode breaking it all down. [City Cast DC 🎧]

Pause the Pool Parties

A group of Montgomery County residents is pushing the local council to ban short-term amenity rentals, particularly pools. The debate centers on the app Swimply, which allows homeowners to rent out private pools. Some residents say the rentals bring loud, rowdy pool parties to their neighborhoods. The county is already considering adding regulations and taxes to home amenity rentals, but the growing backlash could mean the app’s removal entirely. [Washington Post 🔒]

Wait, Wait, Don’t Drink!

A boil-water advisory has been in place for several Northeast neighborhoods since Sunday. The concern came when a water main broke, causing a loss in water pressure. After two consecutive days of clear samples, D.C. Water will lift the boil-water order. Use this map to determine whether you live in the affected area. [Washington Post 🔒]

• Related: Water concern isn’t new to D.C. We rank in the top 10 cities for lead pipes. Here’s what the city is doing about it. [City Cast DC 🎧]

What To Do

📚 Black on Black | Wednesday | 6 p.m.Hear from author

Daniel Black about his new book of essays “Black on Black,” which celebrates resilience and gives voice to those who often find themselves on the margin. [Free, Anacostia]

📽️ Cruella | Wednesday | 8:30 p.m.

Alethia Tanner Park is hosting this movie screening. It starts at sunset, but go early to play lawn games and grab a bite from the food trucks. [Free, Eckington]

🍻 DC Brau Pride | Thursday | 6 - 8 p.m.

Join DC Brau and Red Bear Brewing for the launch of a special pride pils. Profits will all go to the non-profit SMYAL. [Free, NoMa]

🪩 80s Night on the Plaza | Friday | 6 - 8 p.m.

These low-key Friday night hangs at the Park at Walter Reed have local DJs, drinks, and dancing. This week is ‘80s themed! [Free, Takoma]

Today on City Cast

An Award-Winning Take on D.C.'s Food Scene

WAMU’s food culture podcast Dish City is nominated for yet ANOTHER James Beard Award this year. It’s a huge accomplishment, and in celebration, we’re rerunning this conversation about all things D.C. food, with the show’s creators Ruth Tam and Patrick Fort.