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Ben’s Chili Bowl’s Chili and Half Smokes Will Soon Be Available at Giant

Published June 22, 2023 at 8:09AM

Giant Food has announced that Ben’s Chili Bowl’s world-famous Chili and Half Smokes will be available in the prepared food sections and hot bars in Giant stores throughout the area beginning this Friday, June 23. According to a press release, Giant will offer Ben’s Chili Bowl Original and Spicy Half Smokes, Chili Con Carne, Turkey Chili and “secret” Chili Sauce.

“Ben’s Chili Bowl has remained a respected business within our community since 1958 and the opportunity to partner with the brand and expand the Ali family’s legacy was a no-brainer,” said Ira Kress, President at Giant Food. “We are proud to introduce Ben’s Chili Bowl’s fan-favorite recipes and menu items into our stores, and we are sure they will be a welcomed addition for our customers.”

Olney

Mackie’s Barbecue Co. is Coming to Olney

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 8:31PM | Updated June 21, 2023 at 10:20PM

Mackie’s Barbecue Company is coming to 5500 Olney Laytonsville Rd in Olney, taking over the space previously occupied by Umberto’s Italian Restaurant. According to signage on the building, Mackie’s will have its hearing for a beer/wine/liquor license with the Montgomery County ABS on July 20th.

Bethesda

‘Foodie Fridays’ Speaker Series of Montgomery Parks Will Have Conversations About Food-Related Topics at Josiah Henson Museum and Park in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 6:56PM

Per Montgomery County: Food lovers of all interests are sure to find something fitting their tastes this summer and fall as Montgomery Parks will host its “Foodie Fridays” speaker series this summer at Josiah Henson Museum and Park in Bethesda. The series will be held on the fourth Friday of each month, with the series opening at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 23.

Foodie Fridays will feature farmers, educators, community organizers, food lovers and changemakers. Each session will be a conversation about a different food-related topic. Admission of $10 per person includes light refreshments and one alcoholic beverage for adults 21 and older with identification. It also includes a ticket to the Josiah Henson Museum (a $5 value) that is redeemable during regular museum hours.

MoCo Government

‘Heritage Days’ Events Will Be Held Countywide on Saturday-Sunday, June 24-25

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 6:55PM

Per Montgomery County: Montgomery County “Heritage Days,” an annual free, countywide festival highlighting historic, cultural and outdoor recreation sites that offering special programs including exhibits and demonstrations, return for the 24th year on Saturday-Sunday, June 24-25. More than 30 sites will have live music and activities for all ages. Heritage Days present the opportunity to enjoy many small sites that are not regularly open to the public.

In addition to Civil War and agricultural history, Heritage Days have the stories of local railroads and trolleys, African American communities, life along the C&O Canal and astronomy. Heritage Days also highlight local arts and culture, as well as outdoor recreation, including biking, hiking and walking tours. Many venues will offer musical entertainment, activities and crafts for children and refreshments.

MCPD

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 6:54PM

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

Adkins was last seen on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at approximately 2 p.m., on Lakeshore Dr. Adkins is approximately 5-feet, 8-inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. He has reddish-auburn hair and brown eyes. It is unknown what he was last seen wearing. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.

MoCo Libraries

Free Animation, Graphic Novel and Mini Comic Book Programs Will Be Offered at Wheaton and White Oak Branches of Montgomery County Public Libraries in July and August

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 3:43PM

Per Montgomery County: The Wheaton and White Oak libraries of Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) will offer several free animation, graphic novel and mini comic book programs for ages 10 to 50-and-over in July and August. The animation workshops explore the history, science and creative possibilities of animation. Participants will create three optical toys: a thaumatrope, a zoetrope strip and a flip-book.

The graphic novel classes teach participants to create a graphic novel page using all the conventions of graphic novel storytelling: narration, dialogue, character design, dynamic page layouts and cinematic techniques. The mini comic book workshops teach participants to write and illustrate a brief fictional, factual or a combination of both that will become six-to-eight-page narratives using one folded sheet of paper.

MoCo Government

Montgomery County Council to Hold Committee Meetings on Thursday, June 22

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 3:39PM

OLO Report 2023-4, Developing Data Strategies for Future Emergencies

Review: The GO Committee will review OLO Report 2023-4, Developing Data Strategies for Future Emergencies. The report examines how County agencies could collect and track data related to emergency relief funds in a way that would not delay the flow of funds in future emergencies. The report is available on the OLO website.

Bethesda

Two Public Art Installations on Montgomery County-operated Public Parking Garage Unveiled in Downtown Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 3:37PM

Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) and Federal Realty Investment Trust (NYSE: FRT) today unveiled two new public art installations on a County-operated public parking garage in downtown Bethesda. MCDOT worked with Federal Realty, which commissioned the large murals by artist Andrea Cobb of Durham, N.C. They are located at the entrances of MCDOT’s Public Garage 57 on Elm Street and Bethesda Avenue in Bethesda Row.

For information on MCDOT programs and services visit montgomerycountymd.gov/mcdot, follow @MCDOTNow on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram and subscribe to MCDOT’s ‘Go Montgomery!’ newsletter. For additional information about Federal Realty and its properties, visit www.federalrealty.com.

Crime

Police Investigating Residential Burglary; Surveillance Video of Suspect Released

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 3:32PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 3rd District Investigative Section are investigating a residential burglary that occurred in the 3000 block of Calverton Boulevard in Silver Spring on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Detectives have released surveillance video of the suspects and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

Through the course of the investigation, detectives determined that at approximately 12:52 p.m., an unknown suspect kicked in the front door and entered the residence. Once inside the subject put on a mask and sunglasses and proceeded to search the bedrooms and bathrooms. The subject was observed stealing personal property and putting it inside his pockets as he went from room to room. He then left the residence with the stolen property. Detectives reviewed the surveillance video and obtained a description of the suspect. The suspect is described as a Black male with short black hair, wearing a light-colored hooded sweatshirt with a red circular graphic on the chest, blue jeans, black backpack and white sneakers.

Gaithersburg

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 17-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 2:09PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Jayla Hungerford, a missing 17-year-old from Gaithersburg.

Hungerford was last seen in the area of South Frederick Ave. Hungerford is 5-feet, 7-inches tall and weighs 115 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes. She has pierced ears and tattoos on her ankle, chest and back. It is unknown what she was last seen wearing. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Beyond MoCo

MCFRS Assist With 2-Alarm Fire in Laurel

By Patrick Herron

Published June 21, 2023 at 1:53PM | Updated June 21, 2023 at 4:57PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) assisted the Prince George’s County Fire Department (PGFD) with a 2-alarm house fire in the 13900 Blk of Chadsworth Ter in Laurel, MD on Wednesday, June 21.

According to @PGFDNews on Twitter, PGFD arrived to find a single family home fully involved in fire around 6:15am. The occupants of the home self evacuated and there were no injuries reported.