MCS Staff, Author at The MoCo Show

Montgomery County Announces $5.75 Million for Nonprofit Grant Programs Targeting Youth, Seniors, Residents with Disabilities and Underserved Communities

Published July 14, 2023 at 10:02PM

Applications can now be submitted by eligible nonprofits. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 13. Questions about the application process can be directed to Ali Hoy, outgoing grants program manager at the Office of Grants Management, by calling 240-773-3384 or emailing [email protected].

Kensington

Stella Pointe Grille Will Hold its Grand Opening on Monday, July 17 in Kensington

By MCS Staff

Published July 14, 2023 at 7:29PM | Updated July 15, 2023 at 7:57PM

Stella Point Grille has announced it will hold its grand opening this coming Monday, July 17th at 3739 University Blvd in Kensington– the former home of China Gourmet. They’ll be open from 11am until 2am, the restaurant’s regular weekday hours. Graham Gursky, joined in ownership with Stephen Lee, the principal owner of China Gourmet, have rebranded as Stella Point Grille and will offer what they call “elevated American bar fare.”

Gursky let us know the food will be competitively priced, “We won’t be selling $20 chicken wings or $10 Miller Lites.” he said. Gursky also praised local Kensington restaurants Knowles Station and Talia’s Cuzina, telling us that there are great restaurants in Kensington but that he hopes to fill the void of something lacking in the area. Stella Point Grille will be a restaurant where you can enjoy a nice meal and is also a sports bar with 17 televisions ranging 55 to 85 inches. They’ll offer event nights like karaoke, trivia, etc. along with signature food specials created by Chef Leonel Merlos throughout most of the week.

Gaithersburg

Update: Auntie Anne’s/Cinnabon is Open in Rio, But Only Serving Cinnabon For Now

By MCS Staff

Published July 14, 2023 at 5:15PM | Updated July 14, 2023 at 11:35PM

Auntie Anne’s/Cinnabon combination restaurant opened last week at 220 Boardwalk Place in Rio, taking over the location that was recently home to Lilly Magilly’s– as the cupcakery is still preparing for a move to a new location. We have received an update that only Cinnabon is available for now with Auntie Anne’s items coming soon.

The two brands, popular for their presence in malls, are co-branding to open locations across the country. In recent years, Cinnabon left then returned to Montgomery Mall. There’s also an existing Cinnabon location in Wheaton Mall. Auntie Anne’s has locations at the outlets in Clarksburg, Ellsworth Place Mall, Montgomery Mall, and Wheaton Mall in MoCo.

Crime

Damascus Teenager Wanted for Father’s Day Murder

By MCS Staff

Published July 14, 2023 at 1:50PM

Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes detectives are looking for a 16-year-old wanted in connection with the shooting death of a Damascus man killed on Father’s Day. Isaiah Jamael Brown-Hawkins is accused of shooting and killing 32-year-old James Joel Austin on Sunday, June 18 in the 9800 block of Bethesda Church Road in Damascus.

At approximately 9:58 p.m., 5th District officers responded to the address for calls of a shooting. Officers located the victim in the parking lot of the apartment complex with an apparent gunshot wound. Austin was pronounced dead at the scene. Brown-Hawkins drove away in a Honda that was located in Washington, DC, however Brown-Hawkins has not been found.

Aspen Hill

Concern for Missing 65-Year-Old-Male

By MCS Staff

Published July 14, 2023 at 1:41PM

The Montgomery County Department of Police – 4th District Investigative Section is looking for a 65-year-old missing from Aspen Hill.

65-year-old David Ways was last seen on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at approximately 10:30 p.m., leaving his residence on Hewitt Ave. He is 5’4″, 145 lbs, gray hair, and brown eyes and was last seen wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt, khaki pants and black/white Nike shoes. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of David Ways is asked to call Montgomery County Police Non-Emergency (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line).

Arts

The Blair Witch Project, Created by a Wheaton HS Grad and Filmed Primarily in MoCo, Was Released 24 Years Ago Today

By MCS Staff

Published July 14, 2023 at 1:06PM

The Blair Witch Project was released on this day in 1999, 24 years ago– the first installment of the Blair Witch franchise. Did you know The Blair Witch Project was primarily filmed right here in Montgomery County?

In the indie supernatural horror, three film students camp in the fictional Black Hills Forest of Burkittsville, Maryland in October of 1994 to film a documentary on the local legend of the Blair Witch. Mysteriously, the trio vanishes, leaving behind hours of footage to be discovered a year later by University of Maryland anthropology students. What the viewer witnesses is this purportedly real home video style footage.

Restaurants

Krispy Kreme Offering .86¢ Dozen With Purchase of Any Dozen Today (Friday, July 14th) For 86th Anniversary

By MCS Staff

Published July 14, 2023 at 7:26AM

“There’s no better way to celebrate 86 years other than an Original Glazed® dozen for just 86 cents!” On Friday, July 14, you will receive an 86-cent Original Glazed dozen when […]

Bethesda

Free Friday Outdoor Concerts For Kids in Bethesda (11:30am)

By MCS Staff

Published July 14, 2023 at 7:02AM

Bethesda Urban Partnership is holding a free event on Fridays mornings from 11:30am – 1:00pm called “Concerts for Kids!”The concerts are held at the Norfolk Avenue Streetery, which is located on the corner of Norfolk & St. Elmo Avenues. Currently scheduled to perform are:

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Gaithersburg

(Located) Montgomery County Department of Police Special Victims Investigations Division Is Looking For Missing 10-Year Old Boy

By MCS Staff

Published July 13, 2023 at 10:09PM

UPDATE: Aiden Offutt has been located safe and unharmed. The Montgomery County Department of Police Special Victims Investigations Division is looking for a 10-year-old missing from Montgomery Village.

10 year-old Aiden Offutt was last seen on Stedwick Road and Watkins Mill Road in Montgomery Village on Thursday July 13, 2023, around 6:45 P.M. He is 4-feet, 10-inches tall, 90 lbsx with short black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a white t-shirt, black/yellow sneakers and carrying a red hooded sweatshirt.

Crime

Murder Conviction for Co-Defendant in Fatal Shooting of 22-year-old in Rockville

By MCS Staff

Published July 13, 2023 at 8:12PM | Updated July 13, 2023 at 9:44PM

Per the office of the Montgomery County State’s Attorney: “Today, in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, MD, before the Honorable Harry Storm, defendant, Jackson Garcia, 20, of Silver Spring, was convicted by a jury on charges of First-Degree Murder, Use of a Firearm in Commission of Crime of Violence, Armed Robbery and Conspiracy to Commit Armed Robbery. Garcia faces the potential of life in prison when he is sentenced on February 16^th, 2024.

This stems from an incident on February 17^th, 2022, at the intersection of Bradley Avenue and Fletcher Place in Rockville, where officers with Montgomery County Police and Rockville City Police found 22-year-old Jose Osvaldo Genao Romero suffering from a gunshot wound. He later died at an area hospital. A police investigation led to the arrests of Garcia and a co-defendant, the accused shooter, Malik D. Jefferson, 24 of Silver Spring. Jefferson is scheduled for trial on January 22^nd, 2024.

Events

2023 Pint Size Polar Bear Plunge Takes Place at Lone Oak This Saturday, July 15th (Proceeds Benefit Special Olympics)

By MCS Staff

Published July 13, 2023 at 6:25PM

Lone Oak Farm Brewing Company is teaming up with Special Olympics Maryland to host the Pint Size Polar Bear Plunge on Saturday, July 15th from 12:00 to 5:00 pm as a 6-month kickoff to the 2024 MSP Polar Bear Plunge. The family-friendly event is filled with food, drinks, music from SOMD athletes, and plunge activities. Enter mini polar bears into the plunge for a chance to win prizes, bid in a silent auction, and try to win discounted food and drinks. All proceeds benefit the athletes of Special Olympics Maryland. Tickets available here.

Per Lone Oak: BUY A BEAR, WIN A PRIZE MAYBE! We can’t guarantee that you will win Caps Tickets ON THE GLASS, $500 Cash, an Ocean City Trip, a Deep Creek Dunk Trip, or a TopGolf Package at the Pint Size Polar Bear Plunge, but you definitely have a chance! Buying a bear is your key to scoring one of these great prizes, and let us give you a tip – the more bears you buy, the better your odds! You don’t have to be present to win your prize, all winners will be notified following the event.