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Published May 16, 2022 at 2:16PM

CCI Health Services announced today that the organization will host an unveiling event for its new administrative headquarters located at 8665 Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring on Tuesday, May 24, at 5:30 PM.

The event is in collaboration with the Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce and co-sponsored by NIH Federal Credit Union and will include a guided tour of the facility. CCI elected to purchase the building and move its headquarters to make room for a significant expansion of the organization’s flagship Silver Spring health center on Fenton Street. Currently, the administrative offices and health center share the space. “The need for health care in this area has increased since COVID arrived. We realized that the Silver Spring teams needed the entire space to deliver the care we strive to offer our patients,” said Dr. Sonya Bruton, CCI’s President & CEO.

Rockville

J.Crew Factory Now Open in Congressional Plaza

By MCS Staff

Published May 16, 2022 at 2:04PM

Back in January we let you know that Loft was closing its Congressional Plaza location in Rockville and that J.Crew Factory would be its replacement at 1637 Rockville Pike. The clothing store is now open. Prior to its opening, a Federal Realty Representative told us that they are “excited to welcome yet another favorite brand to Congressional Plaza. J.Crew will join a robust retail line-up including most recent additions Athleta and Lands’ End. J.Crew is expected to open in summer 2022, and will be located between Ulta Beauty and Appalachian Springs.”

The J.Crew Group filed for bankruptcy in 2020 after a few years of struggles and being further battered by coronavirus store shutdowns. The company emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September with Anchorage Capital Group, L.L.C. as its majority owner. As of last year, the New York-based J. Crew Group operates 161 J. Crew retail stores, 144 Madewell stores, and 168 J.Crew Factory stores in the United States as well as websites for each brand. J.Crew has an existing location in Montgomery Mall and a J.Crew Factory location at the Clarksburg outlets.

Gaithersburg

Opening Delayed for Burtons in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published May 16, 2022 at 1:17PM | Updated June 18, 2022 at 10:08AM

Burtons Grill & Bar at 109 Commerce Square Pl at the Kentlands in Gaithersburg, which was originally scheduled to open in late May, will now be opening in mid-June, according to representatives from the location. We’re told the delay is due to shipping issues with some of the restaurant’s equipment. The restaurant is currently hiring and permanent signage was installed on the building earlier this month. Menu items will include braised short ribs, filet mignon, chicken risotto, and market fresh seafood.

Gaithersburg

Moco Couple Opens New Gym

By Patrick Herron

Published May 16, 2022 at 12:39PM | Updated May 19, 2022 at 6:08AM

Twenty years ago, Kevin Munoz would help his parents clean an office building in Gaithersburg after they worked their full time jobs. They simply called the job “the part time”. Kevin would help his parents vacuum, take out the trash and any other work that was required to help ease the workload. Fast forward to today, he is now part owner (with his partner Demetra Eftimiades) of a 3,500-square-foot gym right next-door to this office building.

The gym, PEAKPT FITNESS is located at 16021 Industrial Drive Suite 6 (located off of Shady Grove, near Nordstrom Rack and Best Buy.) and is officially opening its doors to the public on May 21 2022.

MCPS

Weather Information Message for Monday, May 16 From MCPS

By Patrick Herron

Published May 16, 2022 at 12:29PM

Montgomery County Public Schools are preparing for expected severe weather this afternoon. At this time, MCPS will not be dismissing students early, however they could activate a Shelter-in-Place if warranted. This morning Howard County Public Schools announced they would close three hour early today. MCPS sent the following community message on Monday at noon:

Beyond MoCo

Montgomery County Council Statement on Mass Shooting in Buffalo at Tops Friendly Markets

By Patrick Herron

Published May 16, 2022 at 11:40AM

“Moreover, we are thankful for the swift action taken by law enforcement and their ongoing investigation of this deadly attack as a racially motivated hate crime.

“In the midst of our grief about this tragedy, we must all recommit ourselves to stamp out hate in all its forms and to continue the fight for gun control across our nation. We stand with the residents of Buffalo, and we encourage Montgomery County residents to remain vigilant and report all acts of hate or discrimination in our own community.”

Gaithersburg

(Located) Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police Special Victims Investigations Division Ask For Assistance in Locating Missing 15-Year-Old From Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published May 16, 2022 at 11:32AM | Updated May 17, 2022 at 3:30PM

Betty is 5-feet, 8-inches tall and weighs approximately 200 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a long-sleeved sweater. She has a tattoo on her left forearm with the number 66 and a smiley face. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Betty Santiago is asked to call the police non-emergency number at 301-279-8000 (24-hour line) or the Special Victims Investigations Division at 240-773-5400. Callers may remain anonymous.

Highways / Interstates

Police Investigate Possible Shooting on MD 200/ICC

By Patrick Herron

Published May 16, 2022 at 11:17AM

At 12:51 a.m., MDTA Police Dispatch received a call for a vehicle traveling westbound on the ICC/MD 200 that had been possibly struck by gunfire. Responding officers located a gold 2007 Toyota Sienna van stopped prior to Exit 3 (Shady Grove Road).

An initial investigation indicates the driver of the Toyota van was traveling westbound on the ICC/MD 200 when he reportedly observed another vehicle pull alongside the passenger side of his van. The second vehicle was described as a black sedan that was being driven without headlights on. The driver of the van reported hearing a loud noise and seeing a flash from the black sedan. A passenger in the second row of the van indicated they had been struck by something. The driver of the van continued a short distance before pulling over and contacting police.

Silver Spring

Detectives Investigate Two Residential Burglaries; Surveillance Video of Suspect Released

By Patrick Herron

Published May 16, 2022 at 11:07AM

Detectives reviewed the surveillance footage in the areas where the burglaries occurred and were able to obtain a description of the suspect. Detectives believe that the same suspect committed the two burglaries.

The suspect is described as a Black male, between 20 and 35-years-old, medium build, with long black braids tucked into a black jacket, black pants and black/grey shoes. Anyone with information regarding this suspect or this crime is asked to call the 3rd District Investigative Section at (240) 773- 6870 or 240-773-TIPS, or contact Crime Solvers of Montgomery County toll-free at 1-866-411-TIPS(8477). A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information that leads to the arrest of the suspect. Callers can remain anonymous.

Bethesda

Update on Ladurée Paris in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Published May 16, 2022 at 10:40AM

A representative from the Ladurée Paris location at 3060 M St in NW, DC tells us the upcoming Bethesda location at 4808 Bethesda Ave will be opening in about two weeks. Permanent signage was installed on the building earlier this spring. The French café and pastry shop has U.S. locations in New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, and currently has a pop-up/kiosk location inside of Montgomery Mall.

Dating back to 1862, Ladurée is known worldwide for their macarons. The Bethesda menu will also feature chocolates, pastries, teas and more. Feature photo courtesy of @pike.and.rozay on Instagram. Photos below courtesy of the Ladurée Facebook page.

Highways / Interstates

Traffic Alert: All Westbound Lanes of Maryland 200 Closed at Georgia Avenue

By Patrick Herron

Published May 16, 2022 at 9:43AM | Updated May 16, 2022 at 11:04AM

The Maryland Department of Transportation announced this morning that Westbound ICC/MD 200 would be temporarily detoured at Georgia Ave/MD 97 for police investigation from 7:30-8:30am, but it appears to have been extended. Detour south on Georgia Av – west on Norbeck Rd – East Gude Dr – north on Frederick Rd (MD 355) – north on Shady Grove Rd – WB ICC. We will post an update when the lanes have reopened.

Severe Traffic Alert – Police activity closes all westbound lanes of Maryland 200 (ICC) at Georgia Avenue (MD 97). All westbound traffic must exit at Georgia Avenue. Expect significant delays. Seek alternate route. #mdtraffic