Pride Prom, an event that provides attendees with the opportunity to enjoy Prom with pride, “dress however you want, and dance – without fear – with whomever you want”, will take place in Rockville on Friday, May 13th.
The dance is open to high school students (public, private and homeschool) and community college students (under age 21) from Maryland, the District of Columbia and Virginia.
Montgomery County Police warns of a collision that has left Bradley Blvd closed at Bradmoor Drive, Rayburn Road and Huntington Pkway. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route. Expect significant delays.
At 6:05AM, the Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management has stated that the road is closed in both directions between Rayburn Rd and Huntington Pkwy and also cautions motorists to expect significant delays and a eek alternate routes.
Updated at 12:18pm to include the route of the transformer.
Per an e-Mail from Montgomery County Department of Transportation:
Scratch Kitchen & Bistro will be taking over the location that was formerly home to CB Acai and House of Fortune at 18062 Georgia Avenue in Olney. The new restaurant has announced on Instagram that it plans to hold its grand opening on Sunday, May 15th. Temporary signage has been up in the windows for about two weeks or so, announcing the restaurant’s May opening.
The restaurant is described as a family-owned bistro and cafe. It will serve breakfast and lunch classics made from locally sourced ingredients. CB Acai announced in November 2021 that it would be closing the Olney storefront and continue to operate its catering business and food truck. The acai bowl and smoothie spot first opened in July of 2020.
A nightmare scenario for anyone who has walked down a city street with the fear of falling through a sidewalk grate occurred for a D.C. woman on Wednesday, falling approximately 10 feet down into an air well.
At approximately 5:30pm, fire and rescue units were called to the 800 block of 4th St SW for a below grade rescue after an adult female fell approximately 10 feet down into an air well. The woman was extricated and treated for injuries and will be okay, according to DC Fire and EMS.
Per MCPD:
For Immediate Release: Thursday, March 24, 2022
The Mercury at Wildwood was approved back in January of 2019 and will be located at 10241 Old Georgetown Rd, Bethesda, MD 20814, next to the existing Wildwood shopping center. It will consist of 11,000 square feet of ground floor retail and 95,000 square feet of multi-family residential uses that will be age-restricted to persons who are 55 years of age or older. There will be 60 total residential units, 8 of which will be moderately priced dwelling units (MPDUs).
HESS construction is currently working on sewer relocation in the construction process. Below you’ll see a video of the progress:
Per Montgomery County:
“Last night, I tested positive for COVID-19. I have mild symptoms thanks to being vaccinated and boosted. I am currently isolating at home, but I am continuing to work remotely.
Per Montgomery County:
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, March 22, 2022
Montgomery County Public Schools released the following community message on Thursday, March 24:
Here are five things to know for Thursday, March 24. They include important COVID-19 reminders, including guidance for the return from spring break; information about mental health and crisis resources; a reminder to complete the Antiracist Audit survey, opportunities for out-of-school time activities and tips for pedestrian safety.
Per Montgomery County:
For Immediate Release: Thursday, March 24, 2022