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City of Rockville to Hold Ceremony on Friday, September 9 to Honor and Remember County Residents Who Lost Their Lives on 9/11

Published September 8, 2022 at 9:46AM | Updated September 8, 2022 at 10:04AM

The 9/11 memorial at Courthouse Square Park remembers the 11 Montgomery County residents who lost their lives on Sept. 11: William Edward Caswell, Dr. Gerald Paul Fisher, Capt. Lawrence D. Getzfred, Michele M. Heidenberger, Angela Marie Houtz, Teddington Hamm Moy, Lt. Darin H. Pontell, Scott A. Powell, Todd Hayes Reuben, Patricia J. Statz and Ernest M. Willcher.

The memorial, commissioned by the Montgomery County Arts and Humanities Council and designed by artists Gene and Susan Flores, includes a grassy area circled by 11 benches – one dedicated to each victim, with an inscription related to that person’s character. It also includes a plaque, covered by two doors, bearing the victims’ names. The artists worked with astronomers to design the memorial so that on Sept. 11 the morning sun briefly illuminates each name.

Montgomery Parks

Events Taking Place in Montgomery Parks September 9-11

By MCS Staff

Published September 8, 2022 at 9:43AM

Per Montgomery Parks: Outdoor happy hour, storytimes, nature walks, and history treks! It’s a weekend packed with programs and events in the parks!

Beer Garden

Damascus

Retired Postal Service Worker Wins $50,000 Lottery Prize

By Patrick Herron

Published September 8, 2022 at 8:46AM

The Montgomery County man has favored 12345 as his Pick 5 number of choice ever since the digits hit on a significant date in February. “Jumper” missed a win on his birthday when he got a haircut instead of placing a $1 straight bet on 12345. His other favorite number is 8, which leads him to buy Lottery games with 8 in the name as well as 888 in Pick 3 and 8888 on Pick 4.

“I like 8s, period,” he said. The $50,000 Pick 5 prize that the married father just won in the Aug. 19 drawing is his biggest prize to date, well exceeding a $15,000 prize won over a decade ago.

Beyond MoCo

Beyond MoCo: Governor Hogan Provides Update on Multi-Agency Efforts to Protect Drinking Water and Public Health in Baltimore City

By Patrick Herron

Published September 8, 2022 at 8:32AM

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan today provided an update on state efforts across multiple state agencies to assist Baltimore City in addressing elevated bacteria levels in a portion of the city’s drinking water system.

“Our agencies are working around the clock to assist city officials and help ensure access to clean water,” said Governor Hogan. “Residents in the affected areas should follow the boil water advisory until it is lifted. We will continue to provide coordination and technical assistance, and make available what resources and personnel are needed as the situation warrants.”

Events

Greek Festival in MoCo This Weekend 9/9/22-9/11/22

By MCS Staff

Published September 8, 2022 at 7:36AM

Saints Constantine & Helen will hold its annual Greek festival this weekend. The festival will take place over three days– starting Friday, September 9th and lasting until Sunday, September 11th. It will take place on the grounds of Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church, located at 701 Norwood Road in Silver Spring: Friday, 9/9: 4pm-9pm, Saturday, 9/10: 11am-9pm. Sunday, 9/11: 11am-7pm

You‘ll be able to enjoy homemade Greek dishes and desserts, such as gyros, souvlaki, and loukoumades or shop at local Greek vendors for Greek groceries, jewelry, and crafts all while enjoying Greek music with live performances from Greek dance troupes.

Montgomery Village

Montgomery Village: Single Family Homes “Coming Soon” to New Bloom Village Development

By MCS Staff

Published September 8, 2022 at 7:22AM

Ryan Homes is advertising single family homes coming soon to the new Bloom Village development in Montgomery Village, starting in the low $700s. The 150 acre site will consist of townhomes, single-family homes, walking paths, picnic areas, a dog park and an edible garden.

Bloom Village is the planned community that is being built on the former site of the Montgomery Village Golf Course. The development has touted “Montgomery County’s most affordable new home community featuring garage townhomes with easy access to endless amenities and 30 mins to DC -from the upper $400s.”

Maryland

Maryland Mobile Sports Betting Update: “We’ve been doing everything we can to have it launch before the end of the year, and now we have a good chance to make that happen.”

By MCS Staff

Published September 8, 2022 at 6:54AM

The Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC) on Tuesday, September 6, opened the application process for mobile and Class B facility sports wagering licenses. All businesses and individuals who wish to pursue licenses have 45 days to submit their applications. The applications and additional information are available at swarc.org/applications.

Poolesville

Progress at Crossvines Project in Poolesville That Will Have a Winery and Custom Crush, Special Events Facility, and Bistro (Photos & Renderings)

By MCS Staff

Published September 8, 2022 at 6:45AM

Construction began in late April and plenty of progress has been made at the Crossvines project in Poolesville, according to photos by Poolesville Town Commissioner Jim Brown (available below). Crossvines will be a multi-purpose facility in Poolesville that will feature a custom grape-crushing facility, a casual bistro, a special events venue and a winery. It’s located on the Revenue Authority property that also hosts the Poolesville Golf Course.

“Crossvines is an exciting project that will change the economic prosperity of the Agricultural Reserve. As one of the only grape-crushing facilities in the region, this will open up opportunities for more landowners to grow profitable grapes and to explore winemaking as part of their future options.” said County Executive Marc Elrich.

Bethesda

Classes for Adults to Learn Basic Bicycle Skills and Training Will Be Available in September, October and November

By Patrick Herron

Published September 7, 2022 at 5:49PM

Each class begins at 10 a.m. and lasts for three hours. The classes are open to residents 18-and-over who have never previously ridden a bike or who have not done so in a long time.

Advance registration is required to participate in the “Learn to Ride and Basic Skills Training Bike Classes.” The cost of each class is $10 for Montgomery County residents. There is no charge for WABA or Capital Bikeshare members. Classes are limited to 25 people and often fill up quickly.

Silver Spring

Concern for Missing 17-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published September 7, 2022 at 4:26PM | Updated September 7, 2022 at 4:44PM

Jamillah Haynes was last seen on Wednesday, August 31, 2022, leaving Northwood High School in the 12600 block of Georgia Ave. in Silver Spring. Haynes is approximately 4-feet, 9-inches tall and weighs 100 lbs. She has black and burgundy hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, a black skirt and black sandals. She may be carrying a white Calvin Klien purse.

MoCo Government

Asian American Health Initiative Launches ‘Healthy Communities Fund’ to Support Local Organizations

By Patrick Herron

Published September 7, 2022 at 3:41PM

The $830,000 Healthy Communities Fund was part of County Executive Marc Elrich’s recommended Fiscal Year 2023 operating budget for DHHS and was part of the budget adopted by the County Council.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the demand for, and the complexity of services provided to, minority communities, including the Asian American and Pacific Islander community,” said County Executive Elrich.  “We have one of the most diverse communities in the U.S. and the Healthy Communities Fund will provide financial help to organizations who work every day providing needed services to our residents.  The COVID-19 Relief Fund used in Fiscal Year 2022 was successful.  I am glad we can continue providing financial help.”