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2020-07-01T14:58:00.002-04:00

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Check out these lists of Black-owned businesses in our area

2020-06-10T11:30:00.000-04:00

COVID-19 has been hard on small businesses over the last few months, and with the protests and activism around the world in support of Black Lives Matter and civil rights over the last few weeks, it's a great time to find and support Black-owned businesses in our area.

Local blog Feed the Malik has a lot of great resources, including separate lists of Black-owned businesses that are currently open for DC, Maryland and Virginia as well as a list of Black-owned food establishments that don't have a fixed location or do catering.

The site is run by food blogger Anela Malik, who also has a great essay, "Why Supporting Black-Owned Businesses During COVID-19 Is Essential." Washingtonian has a nice article about her as well.

The DC list has a lot of my favorite spots in our area, like the cafe Heat da Spot, vegan restaurant Nu Vegan restaurant, and the delicious Jamaicain spot Sweet Sosumba, plus a number I haven't tried but have been meaning to check out. Any of your favorites on there?

They also have a form you can submit if any places are missing.

There's also another resource for places beyond bars and restaurants, DC Black, that includes shopping, services, entertainment and more.

Photo of Heat Da Spot's delicious Ethiopian breakfast via Yelp

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2020-06-09T16:08:00.000-04:00

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District Of Columbia to Reopen on May 29th, 2020

2020-05-28T18:08:00.000-04:00

Like most cities in the United States, the District of Columbia has been under a stay-at-home order since Mayor Bowser announced it on March 30th, 2020. Since then, more than 105,000 people have filed unemployment compensation claims in the District. Following the CDC's and Government regulations that recommend a state (city) have a 14 day decrease in COVID-19 cases prior to reopening, Mayor Bowser and The District of Columbia have decided to reopen the city on Friday, May 29th, 2020.

With venue closures, and many bars and restaurants forced to close because of the lockdown restrictions- many service and hospitality industry workers were suddenly faced with the reality of being unemployed. Those who kept their jobs faced reduced hours and the risk of being exposed to the virus themselves. The reopening of the city and it's business are instrumental to the livelihood of the residents, and the local economy.

Under Phase 1 of the Mayor's reopening plan (link under), many of the recommendations set into place under the stay-at-home order will not be mandated, but still strongly recommended.

1. During Phase 1: Individuals working in, living in, and visiting Washington D.C., are no longer required to stay in their residences.
2. When leaving their residence, all individuals must continue to maintain a distance of at least six (6) feet from persons not in their household. except if such distance is impossible to maintain (such as when obtaining medical services or a haircut)
3. Wearing a face-mask or face-covering is one tool to protect an individual's own health, and health of others, but it does not replace social distancing. DOH guidelines about masks must be followed, as must the applicable orders of any regulatory agency for a specific activity. Such directives can be found at coronavirus.dc.gov/phaseone

With various cities and states reopening their doors, we can only hope that we have, and will continue to flatten the curve of this pandemic. By following applicable regulations and rules, the District of Columbia is projected to make progress towards an economic recovery.
" Provided a gradual reopening of businesses starts this summer and there's not another pandemic-related shutdown, DeWitt estimates that actual recovery will start in the fall and take up to two years. Even then, the recovery will be uneven- he estimated that half of the city's bars and restaurants that fully closed down won't reopen, and that hotels could take up to five years to see their occuplancy rates and revenue return to normal. But he did sound one note of cautious optimism.
"The recovery will probably be better than most places." he said. "The federal government is here, (and) don't underestimate the resiliency of the restaurant industry and other entrepreneurs to come back. But it's a hit. "

sources: https://dcist.com/story/20/04/24/d-c-faces-700-million-budget-shortfall-full-recovery-expected-to-take-two-years/
https://coronavirus.dc.gov/sites/default/files/dc/sites/coronavirus/page_content/attachments/Situational-Update-Presentation_052720.pdf

How to Participate in the DC 2020 Primary Election

2020-05-05T16:00:00.000-04:00

Coronavirus. Covid-19. Pandemic. The world is currently turned upside down and everyone is still working on adjusting to the new 'normal'. Voting in an election is the last thing on your mind, right?

What if I told you that you can still vote, without leaving the comfort of your home? To make things even easier, you have three submittal options once your ballot is filled out. If only everything in life were that easy!

You can request a mailed ballot or submit one online by visiting dcboe.org. Feel free to check out the original video below for more information.

If possible, please request your absentee ballot and help us continue to slow the spread.

Have You Completed the Census?

2020-05-01T12:50:00.000-04:00

Thank you to Mr. Kent Boese, Chair, Advisory Neighborhood Commission 1A for distributing this information.

If you haven't done so already, please take time today (it takes less than 10 minutes) and complete the census. I cannot stress how important it is to the community that everyone is accounted for and I would love to see Columbia Heights's percentages improve so that we can take advantage of increased funds.

The full article is included below:

National Census Day was last week on April 1^st, yet may residents in DC still have not taken the Census. In fact, the percentage of households that have taken the Census as of April 4, 2020, is 42.8%, which is behind the national count of 45.5%.

In Ward 1, while the response in some census tracts is above the citywide average, many are significantly behind. It is important for every single resident to be counted for many reason – significant reasons being that the Census results help determine how billions of dollars in federal funding flow into states and communities each year for roads, schools, hospitals, fire departments, and school lunch programs – including federal spending related to the COVID-19 pandemic recovery efforts.

Ward 1 Census response as of April 4, 2020

Below is the data for Ward 1 census tracts. I have bolded the response rates below the city average. (See attached image for locations of census tracts) I have also indicated ANC and neighborhood to help.

Citywide response 42.8%
Tract 27.02 – 45.8% (ANC1D) – Mt. Pleasant
Tract 27.03 – 48.9% (ANC1D) – Mt. Pleasant
Tract 27.04 – 36.2% (ANC1D) – Mt. Pleasant
Tract 28.01 – 43.5% (ANC1A) – Columbia Heights
Tract 28.02 – 39.6% (ANC1A) – Columbia Heights
Tract 29 – 42.4% (ANC1A) – Columbia Heights
Tract 30 – 40.8% (ANC1A) – Columbia Heights
Tract 31 – 46.3% (ANC1A) – Park View/Pleasant Plains
Tract 32 – 41.2% (ANC1A) – Park View
Tract 34 – 37.5% (ANC1B) – Howard University/LeDroit Park
Tract 35 – 33.1% (ANC1B) – Pleasant Plains
Tract 36 – 45.5% (ANC1B) – Columbia Heights
Tract 37.01 – 47% (ANC1B) – Columbia Heights
Tract 37.02 – 35.1% (ANC1B) – Columbia Heights
Tract 38.01 – 55.4% (ANC1C) – Adams Morgan
Tract 38.02 – 48.1% (ANC1C) – Adams Morgan
Tract 39.01 – 50.4% (ANC1C) – Adams Morgan/Lanier Heights
Tract 39.02 – 52.5% (ANC1C) – Adams Morgan/Lanier Heights
Tract 40.01 – 51.9% (ANC1C) – Adams Morgan/Kalorama
Tract 40.02 – 49.8% (ANC1C) – Adams Morgan/Washington Heights
Tract 44 – 52.4% (ANC1B) -- Shaw
How You can Participate

To take the census online, all you have to do is go to https://2020census.gov/en.html and answer a few questions related to the people living at your address on April 1, 2020. The list of 17 phone numbers to respond by phone (for multiple languages and TDD) can be found at https://2020census.gov/en/ways-to-respond/responding-by-phone.html

Here are some important things to know before you get started.

EVERYONE can respond now via online or phone. You don’t need your invitation letter or unique ID code. Just put in you address at 2020census.gov
Hit “next” twice to skip the origin/ethnicity question if you don’t want to answer it
Self-response is more critical than ever during this time of social distancing.
It has never been easier to respond on your own, whether online, over the phone or by mail—all without having to meet someone in person or leave your house.
Even if a person misplaces their invitation with the unique ID, they can still self-respond by providing their address online or over the phone.
Accurate population data will help in recovery efforts post-COVID-19.
Filling out the 2020 Census will not impact whether you receive a stimulus check. Your answers cannot be used to impact your eligibility for any government benefits, including any potential stimulus package.

How do I follow the response rate for my neighborhood?

It is easy to get updates on how the Census is going. Here’s how:

Go to 2020 Self Response Rate Map
Select State-DC
Skip County
Select City-DC
Tracts-click on each one individually for current data

Thank you to everyone for your participating in the Census. The few minutes you dedicate to the Census today will result in support and funding critical to our community.
Kent

Here's a list of Columbia Heights restaurants and bars doing pickup food and booze

2020-04-22T15:43:00.003-04:00

It's a pretty crazy time in our area and around the world lately, and many businesses have been affected. Some in our area have closed (hopefully temporarily) but many bars and restaurants are open for delivery and takeout of both food and booze.

UPDATE 4/24: Added Reliable Tavern
UPDATE: 4/30: Added Qualia, Homestead, Pho 14, Jackie Lee's, Moreland's, Slash Run

We went through and compiled a list, let us know in the comments if we missed any:

The Airedale - takeout food, beer, booze
Bombay Street Food - takeout, delivery via apps
Call Your Mother - takeout food, beer and merch
El Chucho - takeout Sunday dinner and grocery items
Heat Da Spot - delivery via apps
Homestead - takeout and delivery
Hook Hall - takeout food (including platters and brunch), beer, wine, cocktails
Jackie Lee's - takeout and delivery food, beer and booze
Los Hermanos - takeout, plus delivery via apps
Little Coco’s - takeout food and grocery items
Lyman’s - takeout food, beer and booze
Makan - takeout, delivery food, wine and cocktails
Mezcalero - takeout food and margaritas
Midlands - takeout food, beer
Moreland's Tavern - takeout food, beer, cocktails and growlers
Napoli - takeout food, fancy wine and ceramics
Pho 14 - takeout food, plus delivery via apps
Pho Viet - takeout, plus delivery via apps
Qualia Coffee - takeout and shipping coffee
Red Derby - takeout food and booze, info on their Instagram
RedRocks - takeout, delivery food, wine, beer, cocktails
Reliable Tavern - takeout cocktails
Room 11 - takeout food, beer, wine, cocktails and grocery items
Slash Run - takeout beer and food, delivery food
Taqueria Habanero - takeout food

Mi Cuba and Flip It Diner seem to be open but I can't get more info. Le Caprice DC says they are doing delivery via Caviar but don't seem to have any items available.

Other places like Letena, Queen’s English, Wonderland, Bravo Bar, and Looking Glass are closed.

A few closed spots are also selling gift cards and/or merchandise, like Colony Club, Bad Saint, Queen's English and The Coupe.

In addition, a number of places have set up fundraisers for staff:

Wonderland, Looking Glass Lounge launch fundraisers for staff

2020-04-08T12:35:00.004-04:00

Many businesses and workers in the Columbia Heights area are hurting during the current COVID-19 outbreak, and many businesses have closed. Beloved local watering holes Wonderland Ballroom and Looking Glass Lounge have both launched fundraisers for their staff.

If you've been to either and enjoyed yourself, or just want to help out some out-of-work folks, take a look. Here's the link for Wonderland and Looking Glass.

There is also a neat effort called the DC Virtual Tip Jar, where you can donate directly to bartenders and staff at various bars and restaurants around the city. It includes links and also details like who doesn't have health insurance and may need extra help.

If you know of any other local bars, restaurants or businesses doing fundraisers for their staff, please let us know in the comments.

D.C. Parks & Rec Summer Camp registration opens soon!

2020-02-21T12:00:00.000-05:00

It’s still chilly outside but it’s already time to get ready for summer camp!

Registration for D.C.’s Department of Parks and Recreation Summer Camp begins Monday, February 24 at noon. Residents outside of D.C. can register on Monday, March 23.

For more information and online registration, visit https://dpr.dc.gov/service/summer-camps

2020 Registration Schedule:

Summer Camp Registration will begin for DC residents on Monday, February 24 and run daily until Friday, February 28, 2020. Registration for camps will open each day at 12 noon as follows:

Monday, February 24:

REC Camp (ages 6-13)

Jelleff Summer Camp (ages 6-12)

Tuesday, February 25:

Discovery Camp (ages 6-10)

Wednesday, February 26:

Little Explorers Camp (ages 3-5)

Thursday, February 27:

Sports Camps (ages 5-13) (Cheer, Multi-Sport, Basketball, Soccer, Boxing, Kickball)

Aqua Day Camp (ages 6-13)

Friday, February 28:

Enrichment Camp (ages 3-12)

Specialty Camps (ages 4-13) (Ballet, Verano, Little Engineers, PlayDC, Summer Engineers, Culinary)

Monday, March 23rd:

Non-DC residents can begin registering for DPR camps.

D.C.'s cold weather alert is still active!

2020-02-21T09:48:00.003-05:00

DC's Cold Weather Emergency Alert remains ACTIVATED. Additional services are available to neighbors experiencing homelessness.

If you see someone in need of shelter, call:

The Shelter Hotline @ 202-399-7093 or 311.
911 if there’s an imminent safety risk.

Protected bike lanes coming to 14th Street this summer

2020-02-20T11:20:00.000-05:00

Bicyclists and bus riders in Columbia Heights could see a clearer 14th Street this summer with the addition of a new shared bike and bus lane.
D.C.'s Department of Transportation will implement a year-long shared lane demonstration project this summer along 14th Street between Euclid and Newton Streets NW, according to a February 20 letter from the department to ANC 1 commissioners and Ward 1 representatives.
DDOT will create a 12-foot-wide shared bus and bike lane on 14th Street between Euclid and Irving Streets NW by removing 64 parking spaces and combining the road space with existing bike lanes. The department plans to consolidate bus stops from one stop per block to a stop on every other block. DDOT will also remove and redesign the traffic island north of Park Road to improve safety.

Comments on the plan must be filed in writing by Thursday, April 2, 2020, with the District Department of Transportation, Raka Choudhury, Transit Delivery Division, 55 M Street SE Washington, DC 20003 or by email at raka.choudhury@dc.gov. For more information on the plan, visit wiki.ddot.dc.gov.

Tell Bowser what you want in D.C.'s budget

2020-02-19T11:14:00.001-05:00

Want to help shape D.C.'s budget? Share your concerns with Mayor Muriel Bowser this week at the city's budget engagement forums.
The mayor's office will host two forums this week at UDC and the Kenilworth Recreation Center. For more information, visit mayor.dc.gov and register at Eventbrite.com.

Thursday, February 20

Budget Engagement Forum #2

Time: 6:30 pm

Location: UDC Student Center

4200 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Saturday, February 22

Budget Engagement Forum #3

Time: 11:00 am

Location: Kenilworth Recreation Center

4321 Ord Street, NE

Smiles from the Lower Georgia Avenue Chili Cookoff

2020-02-18T17:34:00.000-05:00

Midlands hosted the the third annual Lower Georgia Avenue Main Street Chili Cook-Off last Sunday.

Judges from Petworth News, Park View, D.C, WAMU's Dish City, DMV Black Restaurant Week and ABC 7 News on WJLA sampled traditional and vegan chili dishes.

WMATA wants your feedback on route changes and fare hikes

2020-02-16T12:07:00.000-05:00

A new survey from WMATA is asking riders for their feedback on proposed routes, fare hikes and service changes.
Metro is considering adjusting peak fares by increasing the base fare from $2.25 to $2.50 and increasing the maximum fare from $6 to $7. Late night riders could also see fares rise to peak rates on Fridays and Saturdays after midnight.
Metro could also bring back late night hours with a 2 a.m. closure on Friday and Saturday nights. Metrobus riders could see more frequent service on weekends, while other routes may combine or close.
You can take the survey on wmata.com. Your feedback will help inform proposals for Metro's final budget this spring. The survey closes on Monday, March 2 at 5 p.m.

Show your talent at Gala Theatre this Tuesday!

2020-02-15T18:56:00.001-05:00

Celebrate Black History Month with a free talent show at Gala Hispanic Theatre on Tuesday, February 18.

Collaborative Solutions for Communities (CSC), a community-based organization hosting family activities throughout the District, will host its Young, Gifted and Black showcase on the second floor of the theater from 6 to 8 p.m. Young adults interested in participating can register on eventbrite.

WHAT: Young, Gifted and Black Showcase

WHERE: Second floor of Gala Hispanic Theatre, 3333 14 St. NW, Washington, D.C.

WHEN: 6-8 p.m.

TICKETS: Free tickets available at younggiftedandblack.eventbrite.com

Chili cook-off and volunteering this Sunday!

2020-02-14T07:00:00.000-05:00

Volunteers are still needed for the third annual Lower Georgia Avenue Main Street Chili Cook-Off and Wall of Books gifting event this Sunday.

Come enjoy this free, family-friendly event featuring nine restaurants from the LGAMS neighborhoods and vote for your favorite! There are veggie and vegan options as well. Judges include Petworth News, Park View, D.C, WAMU's Dish City, DMV Black Restaurant Week, ABC 7 News on WJLA and you!

Volunteers are still needed for set-up, serving, and clean-up. Contact georgiaavethrive@googlegroups.com or jennifer@districtbridges.org if you'd like to help out.

WHEN: Sunday, February 16. 2-4 p.m. (while supplies last)
WHERE: The Midlands Beer Garden, 3333 Georgia Ave NW, Park View

Walls of Books Gifting Event
We're sad to see Walls of Books close but grateful that they're making one last generous gift to neighbors, schools, nonprofits, literacy programs and all of you who just love to read! Volunteers are still needed to help with distribution. Contact georgiaavethrive@googlegroups.com or jennifer@districtbridges.org if you'd like to help out.

Come before and after the Chili Cook-Off for free books of your choosing. Follow LGAMS's Facebook and Instagram for updates on timing (as well as all activities on Lower Georgia Ave!).

2020-02-13T16:54:00.000-05:00

Attention urban farmers! Join North Columbia Heights Green this Saturday to plant seeds at the University of Maryland Research Greenhouse Complex.

When: February 15, 10:30 a.m.

Where: The Green, 3321 11th St NW

Meet at the Green at 10:30 a.m., carpool 30 minutes to the Greenhouse in College Park.

What: Planting seeds in trays, presentation on "Fruits and Flowers" by Dr. Maile, tour of Kate's "dirty" lab, greenhouse ranges.

Visitors must be swiped into the greenhouse, so please come with the caravan!

For more information, email north-columbia-heights-green@googlegroups.com.

French vinyl & good pizza is on the menu for Valentine's Day

2020-02-13T16:39:00.000-05:00

Still looking for Valentine's Day plans? Here's what's going on in your neck of the woods:

No Kisses is hosting an evening of French Kisses on Valentine's Day. Les the DJ will throw a love-themed dance party with French vinyl. There will be bottles and bouquet specials, plus French wine, cocktails and treats from Sonny's pizza. The event is free and a portion of the night's sales will go to the Melanoma Research Foundation. The bar opens at 5 p.m. and the DJ starts at 8 p.m.
No Kisses
3120 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010

Sonny's Pizza is keeping it simple with good pizza, wine and beer. There will be a funky selection of rosé, red and skin-contact wine. Again, a portion sales will benefit the Melanoma Research Foundation.
3120 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010

Children's National moving to Monroe Street

2020-02-10T12:46:00.000-05:00

Good news for parents in Columbia Heights, Children's National Hospital Primary Care is moving to Monroe Street.

The existing primary care offices in Adams Morgan (1630 Euclid Street NW) and Shaw (2220 11th Street NW) will combine and relocate to 14th and Monroe Streets NW at the end of February.

Hours will change to Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.; and Saturday, 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. The new location will have evening hours Monday through Thursday, with the last appointment scheduled at 7 p.m.

WIC will not be at the new location. For more information on the nearest WIC location, call 202-476-5000.

Children's National is also opening another location in Shaw this May at 641 S Street NW.

For more information, visit childrensnational.org/wheretogo

Next ANC1A Meeting

2020-02-06T17:21:00.000-05:00

The next meeting of ANC 1A is scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, 2020, in the gymnasium of Tubman Elementary School (3101 13th St NW) beginning at 7:00 p.m.

The easiest way to enter the school for the meeting is through the second set of doors facing the parking lot off of Kenyon St NW.

The agenda for the February meeting is being finalized. A draft copy will be located shortly on the ANC 1A website at http://anc1a.org/agenda/. Please check the agenda on the website prior to the meeting for updates and the most complete version, all of which will also be available at the meeting.
In addition, you are invited to join any and all of ANC 1A's committees. Tentative committee meetings this month include:
Education Committee
Date: To be determined
Chair: Commissioner Christine Miller (1A05@anc.dc.gov)
Zoning, Parks, and Public Space Committee
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Chair: Commissioner Michael Wray (1A09@anc.dc.gov)
Transportation Committee
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Chair: Commissioner Zach Rybarczyk (1A03@anc.dc.gov)
Public Safety Committee
Date: To be determined
Co-Chairs: Commissioner Layla Bonnot (1A01@anc.dc.gov) and Commissioner Angelica Castañon (1A06@anc.dc.gov)
All committee meetings are open to the public, begin at 7:00 pm unless otherwise noted, and are held at the District Bridges offices (3400 11th St NW Suite 200, Washington, DC 20010).
As a reminder, ANC 1A has also started a newsletter to share meeting dates and event updates, please subscribe athttp://anc1a.org/community-resources/newsletter-signup/ or on our homepage.

For more information, contact:

Zach RybarczykANC 1A03 Commissioner, Secretary1a03@anc.dc.gov202-567-7091

anc1a.org

Columbia Heights Farmers Market is back!

2020-02-06T15:43:00.000-05:00

After a winter break, the Columbia Heights Farmers Market is back!
For those who want to stay snug in their beds a little longer, the market opens at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the Civic Plaza at 14th and Park Road NW. The market will return to its normal hours (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) on April 18 and the Wednesday market will start in mid-May.
You can also support Community Foodworks this winter when you shop at Target, Giant and on Amazon.

Taco Bell coming to Columbia Heights

2020-02-05T14:56:00.000-05:00

You heard it right, Columbia Heights is getting a Taco Bell.
Taco Bell Cantina, an expanded version of the chain that includes alcoholic drinks, will open in the neighborhood this spring, WTOP reported. Taco Bell did not confirm the exact location of the store.

New Columbia Heights had a bit of a premonition about Taco Bell moving here in a 2012 April Fools' Day post. Here's hoping the Cantina doesn't replace one of our favorite watering holes.

Meet up with Mendo!

2020-02-05T14:36:00.001-05:00

D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson is hosting a "Meet Up with Mendo" this Saturday.
Ward 1 residents are encouraged to come chat with Mendelson at Philz Coffee in Adams Morgan from 10-11 a.m.

The event is an opportunity to talk informally with the chairman about everything happening in the District. For more information, call 202-724-8032 or bhughes@dccouncil.us.

The Lemon Collective is closing its Petworth location

2020-02-05T14:18:00.001-05:00

The Lemon Collective, a popular workshop for local artists and entrepreneurs, is closing its Petworth space at the end of February, reports DCist.
The group has hosted workshops, art shows and events for D.C.'s crafters at its Upshur Street location for the past year, but set up Petworth as its home base three years ago with a previous space on Georgia Avenue.

While The Lemon Collective is shedding its brick-and-mortar spot, the group will continue to host private workshops at clients' locations with a focus on corporate events, bachelorette parties and restaurant engagements.
Fans of The Lemon Collective still have time to fit in a few more crafts before the end of the month. February's calendar includes cake decorating, embroidery for beginners and a Galentine's Day flower crown workshop.

App behind Iowa Caucus chaos was based in Columbia Heights

2020-02-04T15:57:00.003-05:00

While precinct officials in Iowa struggled with a new app designed to report the caucus results, the chaos might have started in a trendy office in Columbia Heights.
Shadow Inc., the makers behind the troubled smartphone app that delayed the Iowa Caucus results, once listed their address as the WeWork in the Manhattan Laundry Building on Florida Avenue Northwest, according to CNN's Brian Fung.

I visited Shadow Inc.’s address listed in the Iowa Dems’ disclosure filings. It led to a WeWork in this trendy Washington alley (steps from Maydan and La Colombe). But a receptionist told me Shadow moved out last month to an unknown destination. ??? https://t.co/ERglplfPqP pic.twitter.com/6kOaHjpAQ6
— Brian Fung (@b_fung) February 4, 2020

The Iowa Democratic Party maintained the problems stemmed from a reporting issue, rather than a hack, according to CNN.
Meanwhile Democrats have waited hours for the results, almost as long as it takes to get a Call Your Mother Bagel outside La Colombe.