Bethesda

Cubasi Bistro Now Open in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Cubasi Bistro, a Cuban restaurant with an existing location in Sterling, VA, is now open at 4710 Bethesda Ave. The restaurant is located on the ground level of The Seasons Apartments in the location that was formerly home to Jimmy John’s. Jimmy John’s closed that location in late 2018.

The menu consists of starters like ham croquettes, empanadas, bacalitos, and more. A variety of sandwiches and sides are on the menu, as well as pork. beef, chicken, and seafood entrees. Diners can also create their own bowls that consist of chicken/beef and salad, rice, beans, plantains, and more. The full menu and photos of a few dishes can be seen below.

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Silver Spring

(Located) Detectives Ask for Assistance in Locating Missing Silver Spring Teenager

By Patrick Herron

Anthony Gonzales was last seen on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at approximately 6 p.m., in the 300 block of Southampton Dr.  Gonzales is 5-feet, 5-inches tall and weighs approximately 120 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, black shorts and red shoes with white stripes.

Police and family are concerned for his physical and emotional welfare.

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Beyond MoCo

Beyond MoCo: New Cell Phone Policy at Fairfax County Public Schools Starting This Fall

By MCS Staff

The Fairfax County Public Schools Board of Education came to a decision to adopted the latest Student Rights & Responsibilities handbook for FCPS students, during its Thursday night meeting, which includes an updated section on cell phone usage. Per the FCPS website:

Cell phone usage has been a popular topic. Key highlights of related changes are below for your convenience:

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Damascus

Detectives Investigative Fatal Collision in Damascus

By Patrick Herron

At approximately 8:15 a.m., 5th District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the location for the report of a single vehicle collision.

The investigation by detectives has determined that the driver of a black 2007 Toyota Camry was traveling southbound on Ridge Rd. when he, for reasons that are still under investigation, crossed the northbound lanes, left the roadway and struck a tree.

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Beyond MoCo

Beyond MoCo: Officers On Scene For Shots Fired at Tysons Corner; No Reports of Active Shooter Per Police

By MCS Staff

Per Fairfax County Police at 3:18pm: “Officers on scene for shots fired at 7900 Tysons Corner Center. A fight broke out between a small group, one man described as a blk male in a blk hoodie w/blk jeans & white shoes displayed a firearm & discharged weapon. No reports of injuries right now. Avoid area.”

At 3:20pm Fairfax Police stated that there are “No reports of an active shooter at this time. Officers are clearing the mall to ensure suspects are no longer present and assisting those sheltering in place. If you are sheltered, please stay in place until officers come to assist.”

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Rockville

Street Closures in Rockville Saturday Due to Suds & Soles 5K

By MCS Staff

The Suds & Soles 5K will cause a few street closures in Rockville today (Saturday, June 18th). The Rockville City Police Department has let community members know that N. Washington St (from Middle Ln to E. Jefferson St) and E. Montgomery Ave./Courthouse Sq. (From N. Washington St to Maryland Ave.) will be closed from 2pm-11pm. Neighborhood roads along the course will be closed from 7pm until approximately 8:30pm.

The Suds & Soles 5K will be held this evening, June 18, 2022 at 7:30pm in Rockville Town Center.  The race is presented through a partnership of the Montgomery County Road Runners Club and the City of Rockville.  The 5K Run is open to all ages and will be followed by a fantastic post race party!  Adults will be able to sample beverages from local breweries as well as enjoy other post-race refreshments.

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Gaithersburg

OTC Bar & Grille Now Open For Carryout and Delivery

By Patrick Herron

The OTC Bar & Grille in Olde Towne Gaithersburg has announced it is now open for carryout and delivery. OTC Bar & Grille is located in the former Olde Towne Cafe restaurant space at 226 E Diamond Ave in Gaithersburg, as well as the adjacent space that was previously home to Diamond Drugs. Last year the owners of the Olde Towne Cafe knocked down the wall that separates the two locations to create the new restaurant/bar space.

Olde Towne Cafe has been a staple in Olde Towne Gaithersburg for decades, serving pancakes, waffles, and breakfast platters, as well as lunch sandwiches. The new restaurant features many favorites from the Old Towne Cafe’s menu, and will also be open for dinner and serve alcohol once the restaurant is open for dine-in customers.

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MoCo

FREE Haus Dog for 2022 High School/College Graduates at Montgomery County Dog Haus Locations Until June 30th

By MCS Staff

All 2022 high school and college graduates can score a FREE Haus Dog at any of the three MoCo Dog Haus locations from now until June 30th! Limit one per graduate. Just show your student ID.

The first Dog Haus opened in Pasadena, CA in 2010.  In 2018, the restaurant opened its first east coast location in Bethesda (7904 Woodmont Ave). The Gaithersburg location (644 Center Point Way) opened in January of 2020 and Silver Spring  (933 Ellsworth Dr.) in 2021.

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MoCo

Upcoming Restaurant Openings That Have Created The Most Buzz (June 2022 Edition)

By MCS Staff

Life shouldn’t be about views, likes, and shares, but this article will be as we take a look back at the upcoming restaurants that have created the most buzz on our website and associated social media accounts in the last two months. Today we’re going to highlight the seven (in no particular order) that have generated the most buzz in terms of views, likes, and shares as we prepare to move into summer:

Four Seas Restaurant (19961 Century Blvd, Germantown)

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