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Governor Hogan Announces $10 Million in Grant Awards to Combat Opioid Epidemic, Expand Access to Treatment and Community-Based Recovery Programs

Published July 26, 2022 at 11:07AM

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan and Maryland’s Opioid Operational Command Center (OOCC) today announced $10 million in block and competitive grant awards to help support programs around the state to address the opioid crisis. The grant funding, which will be distributed between July 2022 and June 2023, will be used to support the Hogan-Rutherford administration’s policy priorities of Prevention & Education, Enforcement & Public Safety, and Treatment & Recovery.

“Our administration has made it a top priority to put the resources and support systems in place at every level to expand access to treatment, and combat the heroin and opioid crisis,” said Governor Hogan. “These grants play a critical role in supporting the local and grassroots work taking place in our communities and health care systems to save lives and promote healing.”

Silver Spring

Detectives Ask for Assistance in Locating Missing Sixteen-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published July 26, 2022 at 10:40AM

Mervain Lance Cutler III was last seen on Monday, July 25, 2022, in the 14100 block of Yorkshire Woods Dr.

Cutler III is approximately 5-feet, 6-inches tall and weighs 130 pounds. He has brown hair, styled in an afro, and brown eyes. He also has braces. He was last seen wearing a dark hoodie, blue jeans and white Nike Air Force 1 sneakers.

Maryland

Maryland State Police Issue Update on Licensing Portal Due to Unprecedented Number of Conceal Carry Permit Applications

By Patrick Herron

Published July 26, 2022 at 10:03AM

Pursuant to the recent Supreme Court ruling, on July 5, 2022 Governor Larry Hogan directed the Maryland State Police to suspend the ‘good and substantial reason’ standard to wear, carry or transport a regulated firearm on your person. Before you may legally wear and carry a regulated firearm, you must possess, and maintain on your person at all times, the Maryland State Police issued Handgun Wear and Carry Permit. Submission of the application does not authorize you to wear, carry, or transport a handgun. Maryland law does not recognize handgun carry permits issued by any other state. Further, Maryland law does not authorize the State to enter into reciprocity agreements with any other states concerning the recognition of out-of-state handgun carry permits.

Many things have changed regarding documentation requirements to complete the application process. In Maryland, wear and carry permit applicants are still required to meet the training and fingerprinting requirements for approval of their application. The suspension of the “Good and Substantial Reason” requirement does not change any other aspect in the review of applications for the issuance of a Maryland Wear and Carry Permit.

MoCo Government

County Council Asking Residents to Complete Thrive 2050 Community Survey as Part of Racial Equity and Social Justice Review of the Plan

By Patrick Herron

Published July 26, 2022 at 9:54AM

The Montgomery County Council is currently reviewing the Thrive Montgomery 2050 Draft Plan. Following the guidance of the Office of Legislative Oversight (OLO), the Council has begun a comprehensive racial equity and social justice review of the Plan.

Please consider responding to the Thrive 2050 community survey. The survey will be used to inform a racial equity and social justice review of Thrive 2050 and the development of a new racial equity and social justice chapter for the plan.

Silver Spring

Latest Update on Silver Spring Wings

By Patrick Herron

Published July 26, 2022 at 9:44AM

Back in June, Silver Spring Wings announced it will be opening up a new location this year in the Wheaton Urban District. The restaurant tells us that they are now in the final inspection/licensing stages and are hoping to open in the first week of September. The menu will feature chicken wings, chicken tenders, boneless wings, fried rice, potato wedges, coleslaw, fresh lemonade, strawberry shortcake, double fudge brownies.

According to owner Evan Walton, Silver Spring Wings will also be sharing a space with its sister brand, District Teriyaki. He plans to announce more information, including the exact location and opening date, in the the next couple of weeks. Walton tells us, “I’m super excited to serve Moco again. It’s been a long stressful year and a half but I’m committed to my work and this community.”

Silver Spring

Afro Latino Festival This Sunday, July 31

By Patrick Herron

Published July 26, 2022 at 9:31AM

Carnival Nation, an Afro Latino festival, returns to Downtown Silver Spring at the Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza (One Veterans Place) from 1-9pm on Sunday, July 31. The free event includes live music, salsa and samba dance lessons, and food vendors. Musicians performing include Zenisa AllStars, Gabbadon, and Jace.

The Afro Latino Festival is this Sunday, July 31st at Veterans Plaza! Featuring authentic foods, music, arts, performances, salsa lessons, and more. 1PM – 9PM https://t.co/pK6CMUkuvP pic.twitter.com/U9PqchnmKs

MoCo Government

Montgomery County Minority Health Initiatives Seek to Raise Awareness of the Importance of Mental Health Through Storytelling and Community Activities

By Patrick Herron

Published July 25, 2022 at 7:52PM

County residents who identify as Asian American or Pacific Islander, African American/Black or Hispanic are encouraged to share their stories at Minority Voices- Personal Stories. Multiple languages are available by clicking on the drop-down menu at the top of the page. The stories will be collected through Aug.19.

The stories will be combined into a report to highlight both similar and unique challenges in mental health across minority groups.

White Oak

Update: Detectives Investigate New Hampshire Avenue Fatal Collision; Victim’s Name Released

By Patrick Herron

Published July 25, 2022 at 5:09PM

The preliminary investigation by detectives has determined that a white 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 was traveling on northbound New Hampshire Ave., when for reasons still under investigation, he crossed the median and struck a blue 2008 Toyota Corolla in the southbound lane. The Corolla was then struck by a Metrobus traveling southbound. The driver of the Corolla and the driver of the Metrobus were transported to an area hospital with minor injuries. The driver of the Express 2500, Ovidio Aroldo Gonzalez Cortez, was pronounced dead on scene.

The Montgomery County Department of Police Collision Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate this collision. Anyone with information regarding this collision is asked to contact CRU detectives at 240-773-6620.

Derwood

Detectives Investigate Armed Robbery of 7-Eleven; Surveillance Video Released

By Patrick Herron

Published July 25, 2022 at 12:33PM

At approximately 3:15 p.m., 1st District officers responded the 15800 block of Frederick Rd. (Derwood) for the report of an armed robbery that just occurred.

The investigation by detectives determined that the unknown male suspect entered the 7-Eleven, went behind the counter and demanded that the victim give him property. The suspect then charged at the victim with a set of pliers and began to punch the victim. The suspect stole property before running out of the store.

Burtonsville

Multiple Vehicle Collision Monday Morning on Rt 29 and Greencastle Rd

By Patrick Herron

Published July 25, 2022 at 11:53AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services are on the scene of a collision that occurred around 11am on Rt 29 and Greencastle Rd near Burtonsville. According to MCFRS Spokesperson Pete […]

Health

Montgomery County’s First Substance Use Disorder Recovery Community Drop-in Center to Open Later This Month

By Patrick Herron

Published July 25, 2022 at 9:10AM

“Tree of Hope was born out of a passion to bring hope and healing to those who struggle with addiction and the stigma of recovery, and a commitment to provide those in the recovery community with the support and resources they need to succeed as productive, contributing members of their communities” says LaTonia Rich, Executive Director of Tree of Hope Association.

Meghan Westwood, Executive Director of Maryland Treatment Centers and a long-time partner of Tree of Hope states that, “Maryland Treatment Centers has had the honor of partnering with Tree of Hope for years to ensure that people in early recovery understand their courage, resiliency and value to the community. Tree of Hope has been a leader in peer leadership for those in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction, and has made incredible strides in combating the stigma that poses such a barrier to success. This new drop-in center will be a welcoming place to go, without judgment, to find like-minded individuals, with lived experience, to provide mentorship and support. Under the leadership of Latonia and Bunny Rich, Tree of Hope has created the gold standard in recovery support services.”