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Update on Taco Bamba in Gaithersburg

Published August 8, 2022 at 10:39AM

The upcoming Taco Bamba location in Gaithersburg is now projecting to open this fall, although no opening date has been announced. The new restaurant will be located in the space that was formerly home to Urban Crawfish at 670 Quince Orchard Road, next to the recently opened Miyaji Kebab and Rumali Rolls (which is next to Beers & Cheers Too).

Taco Bamba had its hearing with Montgomery County’s Alcohol Beverage Services on June 2nd, for a “Class B, Beer, Wine and Liquor License, On Sale Only.” The restaurant was origin planning a June or July opening for the location.

Events

Hot Air Balloon Festival is Coming to MoCo (Updated Information)

By MCS Staff

Published August 8, 2022 at 10:17AM

The DC Hot Air Balloon Festival is coming to the Montgomery County AG Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg on September 17 and 18, with gates opening at 3pm. Tickets for entry are $20/adult and $8/child and can be purchased at https://www.freshtix.com/events/dcballoonfest. Tethered hot air balloon rides will cost and additional $25.

For the Grand Finale each night after dark (about) 9pm the event will feature “the fantastic Hot Air Balloon Glow & Laser show” where all the balloons will be lit up in unison with crowd participatory “Count Downs”! This show incorporates Music and visually stunning coordinated burns by the Hot Air Balloons & Lasers- creating a Glow. Bring your blankets, chairs and umbrellas and set up your own “perfect” viewing spot!

Cabin John

Detectives Ask for Assistance in Locating Missing Fifteen-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published August 8, 2022 at 10:00AM

Tatum Tomlinson was last seen on Sunday, August 7, 2022, at approximately 9 a.m., in the 6700 block of Tomlinson Terr.

Tomlinson is 5-feet, 6-inches tall and weighs approximately 112 pounds. She has blonde hair and blue eyes and was last seen wearing a blue sweatshirt, white shorts and white sneakers. She has a nose ring and both ears are pierced. She was also carrying a large blue suitcase with wheels.

Bethesda

Statement from County Executive Marc Elrich on Hateful Vandalism Near Bethesda Trolley Trail

By MCS Staff

Published August 7, 2022 at 5:40PM

County Executive Marc Elrich has released a statement on the hateful vandalism found near the Bethesda Trolley Trail this weekend. The full statement can be seen below:

“I am saddened, upset, and, quite frankly, disgusted over the racist vandalism that occurred near the Bethesda Trolley Trail this weekend. This incident follows other recent attacks of vandalism and hate throughout the County over the last several months. Trying to intimidate others through fear will not succeed and will not be tolerated. I encourage anyone with any knowledge or information about this vandalism to contact the Montgomery County Police Department as soon as possible. Hate has no home in Montgomery County, and we will be investigating and prosecuting those responsible to the fullest extent of the law.

Beyond MoCo

Tysons Corner Center Open Again; Investigation Revealed Light Fixture Caused Loud Noise After Report of Gunshots Inside The Mall

By MCS Staff

Published August 7, 2022 at 4:28PM

Fairfax County Police tweeted that Tysons Corner has reopened after an investigation revealed that a light fixture fell and caused a loud noise after reports of gunshots inside the mall. As of 4:17pm, Tysons Corner Center has reopened. “Officers have cleared the mall. The investigation revealed a light fixture fell causing a loud noise. No evidence of a shooting was discovered. Tysons Corner Center is open. Thank you for your patience.”

At 3:18pm Fairfax County Police tweeted the following, “Officers are at Tysons Corner Center, 1961 Chain Bridge Rd in McLean for report of gunshots inside the mall. Nothing found at this point. Please avoid the area while officers continue to clear the mall.”

Beyond MoCo

Beyond MoCo: Tysons Corner Center Being Cleared After Report of Gunshots

By MCS Staff

Published August 7, 2022 at 3:46PM | Updated August 7, 2022 at 4:24PM

4:17pm Update: Officers have cleared the mall. The investigation revealed a light fixture fell causing a loud noise. No evidence of a shooting was discovered. Tysons Corner Center is open. Thank you for your patience.

Officers have cleared the mall. The investigation revealed a light fixture fell causing a loud noise. No evidence of a shooting was discovered. Tysons Corner Center is open. Thank you for your patience. https://t.co/YKyVTFW1Z5

Bethesda

Governor Hogan Visits Several MoCo Businesses

By Patrick Herron

Published August 7, 2022 at 2:20PM | Updated August 7, 2022 at 3:10PM

On Friday, August 5, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan did a tour of Montgomery County, visiting several local businesses. He started the day off at the Glen Echo Fire Department, which is scheduled to undergo major renovations after receiving a state grant. He then toured Maxim Biomedical on E. Gude Dr. in Rockville, one of the few companies that produce American-made COVID-19 rapid antigen tests, followed by a tour of Twin Valley Distillers, also on E Gude. Twin Valley was the first distillery to open in MoCo in over 100 years and owner Edgardo Zuniga tells us Twin valley was, “honored having the Governor visit when he presented us a proclamation for small business in Maryland.”

Hogan then spent the afternoon in Poolesville visiting the Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary, McKee-Beshers Wildlife Management Area, and having lunch at the recently reopened Bassett’s Restaurant.

Potomac

Montgomery County Sisters Who Died in New York Fire Will Be Remembered at Monday Service

By MCS Staff

Published August 7, 2022 at 1:13PM | Updated August 8, 2022 at 8:21AM

Jillian Wiener, 21, and Lindsay Wiener, 19, both of Potomac, were killed in an early morning house fire in the Southampton hamlet of Noyac around 3:30am Wednesday morning. The sisters, who are both graduates of The Holton Arms School in Bethesda, were vacationing with family. Funeral services for the sisters have been set by the Washington Hebrew Congregation, and can be seen below:

The funeral service for Jillian and Lindsay Wiener will take place on Monday, August 8 at 11:00 am at Washington Hebrew Congregation (3935 Macomb Street NW, Washington, DC).

Kensington

Virtual Hearing on the Proposed Abandonment of Right-of-Way on Kensington Boulevard in Wheaton to be Held on Thursday, Aug. 25

By Patrick Herron

Published August 7, 2022 at 11:45AM

The applicant, managing member of Banc Realty, LLC, Dr. Bahram Nasehi, is seeking the abandonment of the public right of way to support the redevelopment of the surrounding area and prevent cut-through traffic from Veirs Mill Road through the 11300 Veirs Mill Road property parking lot. The right of way is approximately 70-feet wide, and 100-feet long from East Avenue to the petitioner’s property parking lot where the right of way dead ends.

Online registration is required by 5 p.m., Friday, Aug. 19 to attend. On the morning of the hearing, an electronic invitation to participate in this hearing will be emailed to you. Testimony and information provided will become a matter of public record. Those who previously registered to attend the hearing are not required to re-register.

Boyds

Virtual Hearing on the Boyds Transit Center to be Held on Tuesday, August 16

By Patrick Herron

Published August 7, 2022 at 11:43AM

The Boyds Transit Center project will provide a new bus loop and parking lot on the former Anderson property at the Boyds MARC station. This project will address the increased demand for commuter parking at the Boyds MARC station and the Ride On needs for future expansion of service from Clarksburg to the MARC station.

Online registration is required to attend. On the morning of the hearing, an electronic invitation to participate in this hearing will be emailed to you. Testimony and information provided will become a matter of public record and may influence final design plans.

Entertainment

MoCo Native Jennifer Celotta Has Directed Several Episodes of Hit Netflix Series ‘Cobra Kai’

By MCS Staff

Published August 7, 2022 at 10:57AM

Jennifer Celotta is a Montgomery County native who was born in Gaithersburg and graduated from Wootton High School in Rockville in 1989. Since then she has gone on to become a very successful television producer, writer, and director, including directing six episodes of the popular Netflix series Cobra Kai that is a television series sequel to the original Karate Kid films.

Celotta has an impressive résumé that includes writing credits on popular television series’ like, Home Improvement, The Office, Abbott Elementary, Malcolm in the Middle, and a lot more, including directing three episodes of The Office.