Patrick Herron, Author at The MoCo Show

Concern for Missing 15-Year-Old

Published June 27, 2023 at 1:28PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Evelyn Sanchez-Gomez, a missing 15-year-old from Aspen Hill.

Evelyn was last seen on Friday, June 23, 2023, at approximately 6 p.m., at her residence in the 3500 block of Pear Tree Court in Aspen Hill. Evelyn is approximately 5-feet, 3-inches tall and weighs 120 pounds. She has brown eyes and brown hair. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

MoCo Government

Five Things to Know About Special Event Permits from the Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 10:37PM

Per Montgomery County: From arts and music festivals to fireworks shows and athletic tournaments, Montgomery County is a destination for special events. The County’s Department of Permitting Services (DPS) is committed to ensuring the permitting process for these events is easier than ever. Carnivals, community festivals, dances, fairs, picnics and recreation activities are examples of activities that may require a special event permit. If a community association, nonprofit or other type of organization is planning an event, it should check to see if a special event permit is needed. To contact DPS about possibly needing a special event permit, call MC 311 or 240-777-0311.

Here are five more things to know about permits before planning a special event that is open to the public in Montgomery County.

Bethesda

Police: Bethesda Man Charged with Attempted Murder of Parents

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 7:14PM

Per MCPD: A Bethesda man has been arrested and charged with attempted second-degree murder and aggravated assault of his parents on Sunday, June 25, 2023. 24-year-old Joseph Michael Bowers of Bethesda is accused of stabbing his parents with a knife in the 6500 block of Greentree Road in Bethesda on Sunday evening.

At approximately 11:50 p.m., MCP 2nd District officers responded to the location for the report of a domestic-related assault. Upon arrival, officers located Bowers’ 62-year-old mother and father outside of their residence, both suffering from multiple stab wounds. Both parents were transported to area hospitals with serious injuries.

MCPD

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 16-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 5:36PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Odalys Padilla, a missing 16-year-old.

Padilla was last seen on Monday, June 26, 2023, at approximately 2 p.m., in the 9900 block of Medical Center Drive in Rockville. Padilla is approximately 5-feet, 5-inches tall and weighs 120 pounds. She has brown eyes and brown hair. She was last seen wearing green hospital scrubs and socks. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Maryland

Governor Moore Addresses Cannabis Regulators Ahead of Saturday’s Legalization; Reinforces Commitment to Promoting Social Equity and Restorative Justice

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 5:03PM

Per the State or Maryland: Governor Wes Moore today addressed the Cannabis Regulators Association’s annual conference in Annapolis, where he reinforced the state’s commitment to promoting social equity and restorative justice in advance of the new adult recreational use cannabis market set to go live on July 1. The conference included 200 state regulators, advocacy organizations, and industry stakeholders.

“In the past, cannabis policy has been used as a cudgel to oppress, jail, and discriminate against our fellow citizens, especially people of color; and the war on drugs didn’t just fail, it made us weaker as a nation,” said Gov. Moore. “But now, we are writing a new chapter in the story of cannabis in America—a chapter focused on equity and economic growth. It’s time we moved away from this false choice that says we must pick an economy that is equitable or an economy that is growing—we can, and we will, do both.”

Beyond MoCo

Metro Reminds Users to Stay Off Tracks After Incident Caught on Camera

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 4:32PM

Metro Transit Police sent out a tweet and video on Sunday, June 25 reminding Metro riders that trespassing on tracks is both illegal and dangerous. This stems from an incident that occurred on Friday, June 24 where a rider was seen crossing the tracks at the Eisenhower Avenue Station in Alexandria, VA. According to ABC 7, the man in the video was arrested.

WARNING⚠️No shortcut is worth your life. Trespassing on the tracks can not only get you arrested, but it could be deadly. Wait for the next train. It's not worth the risk. #wmata pic.twitter.com/WU4Glbjfkn

Health

Montgomery County Council Meets on June 27 at 9 a.m. and Will Sit as the Board of Health to Receive Bi-Annual Public Health Update

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 4:20PM

Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Council will meet on Tuesday, June 27 at 9 a.m. and the meeting will begin with two proclamation presentations. The first proclamation, presented by Council President Evan Glass and the full Council, commemorates Pride Month. The second proclamation presentation, led by Councilmember Natali Fani-González and County Executive Marc Elrich, recognizes Mike Riley, Director of Montgomery Parks, and the Parks Department, for their award-winning natural grass fields program.

At 12 p.m., Councilmember Fani-González and County Executive Elrich will present a proclamation recognizing Officer Harry A. Dunn. More detail on each agenda item is provided below.

Damascus

$100,000 Winning Scratch-Off Sold at Royal Farms

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 4:18PM | Updated June 26, 2023 at 5:08PM

Courtesy Google Maps

A $100,000 Mega Multiplier ticket sold on June 24 at Royal Farms (690 Watkins Mill Rd) in Gaithersburg remains unclaimed as of June 26. Two additional big winners in Montgomery County last week include a $100,000 winning scratch off sold at My Dollar & More (250 North Frederick Ave) in Gaithersburg and a $170,566 winning FAST PLAY lottery ticket sold on June 22 at the Liberty Gas Station (26241 Ridge Rd) in Damascus. Additional details below about winners across the state of Maryland courtesy of MD Lottery:

Winners of prizes larger than $25,000 must redeem their tickets at the Maryland Lottery Claims Center in Baltimore, which is open by appointment only. Prizes of up to $5,000 can be claimed at any of more than 400 Expanded Cashing Authority Program (XCAP) locations. All Maryland Lottery retailers are authorized to redeem tickets up to and including $600. More information is available on the How To Claim page of mdlottery.com.

MCDOT

Transportation Schedule for the Independence Day Holiday on Tuesday, July 4

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 4:06PM

Per MCDOT: Below is the transportation-related holiday schedule for the Independence Day Holiday on Tuesday, July 4:

Gaithersburg

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 13-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 1:21PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Eva Ware, a missing 13-year-old from the Kentlands area of Gaithersburg. Eva Ware was last seen on Friday, June 23, 2023, at approximately 9:30 p.m., in the 500 block of Main Street in Gaithersburg.

Eva is approximately 5-feet, 3-inches tall and weighs 115 pounds. She has brown eyes and long black hair. She was last seen wearing a camouflage hoodie, black sweatpants and black crocs. She may be carrying a white and black backpack. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Arts

Guitarist Joe Satriani to Make Appearance at Montgomery Mall

By Patrick Herron

Published June 26, 2023 at 9:58AM | Updated June 26, 2023 at 3:04PM

World famous solo-guitarist Joe Satriani will be appearing at the Wentworth Gallery at Westfield Montgomery Mall (7101 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda) on Sunday, July 16 from 1-4pm. The gallery will be exhibiting a collection of Stariani’s original artwork, including canvases and painted guitars. Satriani will also be holding a private performance for anyone who purchase his work. Addition details below:

“Fresh off his Worldwide Tour supporting his 19th Studio album, The Elephants of Mars, world renowned guitarist, Joe Satriani, is now planning to bring his art showings back to the Washington, DC area this July. Satriani’s next art appearances will be at the Wentworth Gallery at Tysons Galleria in McLean VA on Saturday, July 15th from 3-6 pm as well as a visit on Sunday, July 16th 1-4 pm at the Wentworth Gallery at Montgomery Mall in Bethesda, MD. Satriani has prepared one of a kind pieces for the exhibit including original canvases and hand painted guitars and the exciting addition to these events, purchasers of any of Satriani’s works will be treated to a private performance, within the gallery, for the final hour of his exhibit appearance. Those who have purchased his unique hand painted guitars will have the extra thrill of jamming with the iconic guitarist. This is a perfect opportunity for any fan of Satriani’s guitar playing to be up close and personal with the master!