MCS Staff, Author at The MoCo Show

A Rising Fourth Grade Student at Viers Mill Elementary School Tragically Passed Away on July 2, Fundraiser Organized for Family

Published July 7, 2022 at 6:34PM

Whether it was a simple shopping trip to the grocery store or a day at the nail salon, she enjoyed spending time with her older sister, mom, and grandmother. She could often be found watching television with her grandfather or spending time with her uncle, with whom she shared a birthday. Due to her armed forces duties, her aunt would come to visit for short intervals at a time, but when she did, Darlie would light up with happiness and spend as much time with her as she could.

Her energy and beautiful smile could bring instant joy to anyone, no matter their situation. She had recently finished 3rd grade and was looking forward to starting summer school before going to the 4th grade in the fall. Her loss was a massive shock to our family. We continue to grieve our loss. We are asking for donations to help cover the cost of Darlie’s funeral as we are still trying to get back on our feet financially due to the pandemic. Any amount you can donate will genuinely be helpful and much appreciated. Any extra funds leftover will be donated to the Animal Humane Society as Darlie was a massive lover of animals.

Events

Montgomery Parks Announces Line Up of Events to Celebrate Latino Conservation Week

By MCS Staff

Published July 7, 2022 at 4:01AM | Updated July 7, 2022 at 5:29AM

Montgomery Parks is hosting a series of special programs in celebration of Latino Conservation Week, July 16-25, 2022. The goal of the week, founded in 2014 by the Latino Access Foundation and observed nationwide, is to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards.

“Latino communities are passionate about the outdoors and hold a strong belief that we have a moral obligation to be good stewards,” said Maite Arce, president and CEO of Hispanic Access Foundation. “Latino Conservation Week helps break down barriers for Latino communities to access public lands and waters, encourages new opportunities for engagement and inspires the next generation of environmental stewards.

Education

MCPS Community Message: A New Beginning / A Letter from Superintendent Dr. McKnight

By MCS Staff

Published July 6, 2022 at 3:31PM

MCPS superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight has shared the following letter with the community regarding the start of the 2022-2023 school year:

“Dear MCPS Staff, Students and Community Members:

Bethesda

Brickside Has Closed Permanently in Bethesda

By MCS Staff

Published July 6, 2022 at 7:06AM

Brickside Food & Drink has announced that the location has closed. The bar and restaurant opened with a prohibition-era them in 2013, by the owners of Adams Morgan’s Grand Central, at 4866 Cordell Ave. After nearly a decade operating in business, the following message was left on the restaurant website:

“Thank you to all our patrons. We regret to inform you that we have decided to move on to new ventures and Brickside is officially closed for business. We hope to see you at one of our other sister restaurants.

Beyond MoCo

Beyond MoCo: Multiple Fires at RFK Stadium in DC on Tuesday

By MCS Staff

Published July 6, 2022 at 6:22AM

DC Fire crews were called to the scene of smoke coming from RFK stadium at 2400 Capitol Street in NE DC at approximately 5:20pm. Upon arrival, crews located “several fires” in below grade levels of the stadium and immediately worked to extinguish the fires and vent smoke, according to the DC Fire and EMS Twitter account.

Within two hours, DC Fire confirmed that the incident was under control with all fires located and extinguished and no injuries reported. DC Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly Sr. briefed the media and reported that two fires were located and extinguished by crews and that investigators were working to determine the cause and origin of the fires.

MCPS

Community Letter From Winston Churchill Principal on Tragic Passing of Rising 11th Grade Student

By MCS Staff

Published July 5, 2022 at 9:29PM

Winston Churchill High School principal, John Taylor, sent a letter to the Churchill community on Tuesday informing them of the tragic passing of an 11th grade student at the school. The full letter can be seen below:

It is true that the death of anyone close to us, especially a young person, can be emotionally challenging. Our deepest sympathies and thoughts are with the student’s family and friends during this difficult time. You may be concerned about the reaction of your child to this news of the loss of a classmate. Many students will wish to talk with their parents, so I have linked (see below) some general information that may guide you in those conversations.

North Bethesda

Warby Parker Will Hold Pike & Rose Grand Opening on July 9

By MCS Staff

Published July 4, 2022 at 2:39PM

Back in January we let you know that eyewear brand Warby Parker, which does most of its business online, will be opening its third brick and mortar location in MoCo this summer. It will be located on Grand Park Avenue, taking over two different locations that have since moved – Olive & Loom and the neighboring storefront that was home to Evoluxxy. Warby Parker has posted signage stating that the grand opening will be on Saturday, July 9.

Warby Parker opened its first MoCo location at Bethesda Row in 2017, and its second this past November in Downtown Crown (Gaithersburg). The stores carry the brand’s full optical and sun eyewear offerings including its first brand of daily contact lenses. The store will offer eye exams and children’s glasses that are only available in store.

Derwood

CVS Signs on To Open at Westside at Shady Grove Metro Development

By MCS Staff

Published July 4, 2022 at 9:44AM

CVS has signed on to open a location in the new Westside at Shady Grove Metro development, in the area across from the strip that contains Starbucks, Inspire Nails, Kids Ground, and more (Crabbs Branch Way and Gramercy Blvd). The development is currently home to 407 townhomes, 1,113 multi-family units, over 40,000 SF of retail space. Future development on the east side will contain an additional 345 townhomes and 344 multi-family units.

Late last year CVS announced that it would be closing approximately 900 stores over the next 3 years due to “changes in population, consumer buying patterns and future health needs.” A CVS location on Veirs Mill Rd. closed last November. However, new CVS locations in MoCo are planned for Clarksburg (across the outlets) and Gaithersburg (Kentlands).

Calverton

Giant Food Expected to Open Later This Summer at Former ShopRite Location in the Orchard Center on Cherry Hill Rd

By MCS Staff

Published July 4, 2022 at 9:15AM

Back in October we let you know that Giant Food signed on to open at the Orchard Center on Cherry Hill Rd in Calverton. The Landover-based grocery announced it signed a 20-year lease with MCB Real Estate for a 64,626-square-foot building to open a new grocery store location at the former ShopRite space at 12028 Cherry Hill Rd. ShopRite closed back in February of 2020 year and Aldi opened in the shopping center later that year in October. The grocery store is expected to open this summer, as construction has progressed and is now nearly complete.

Giant operates 164 supermarkets in Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and the District of Columbia with about 20,000 associates. Included within the 164 stores are 152 full-service pharmacies, 82 full-service PNC Banks and 24 Starbucks locations. This will be the 21st Giant Food location in Montgomery County.

MCFRS

Child Rescued From Billy Goat Trail on C&O Canal on Sunday

By MCS Staff

Published July 4, 2022 at 8:12AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Units (MCFRS) were called to the scene of a person who was injured by a fall on Billy Goat Trail A at the C&O canal at approximately noon on Sunday, according to MCFRS PIO Pete Piringer.

The fall occurred in the area of TM2/traverse and the units arrived to find an injured juvenile patient (pre-teen). The child was extracted by boat and the rescue team crews moved the patient to EMS that was awaiting in a staging area after hiking down around the north side of the traverse to the Seift Water Rescue boats (Potomac River). After evaluation, the child was transported to the hospital with Pri3 (non-urgent and non life-threatening) injuries.

Gaithersburg

Gaithersburg Fire Causes Approximately $125K in Damages, Displaces 5 Adults and 3 Kids

By MCS Staff

Published July 4, 2022 at 7:41AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the scene of of a fire at a two-story townhouse on the 900 block of Wild Forest Drive (off of Travis Ave) at approximately 2am on Monday morning, according to MCFRS PIO Pete Piringer.

The occupants of the home were asleep when they were awakened by smoke coming from portable battery charger that was charging a tablet on the floor. When they attempted to to pick up the smoking charger, and dropped it, flames shot out to start the fire. The family gathered and exited the home, with the last person out closing the door, which confined the fire to the room of origin.