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Leon Harris returned to NBC 4 on Friday, his first time appearing on the air since his January 29 arrest for DUI.

Harris called his decision to drink and drive the “stupidest decision he could have made,” and said he knew that he let a lot of people down, and that is why he decided to take the past month to reflect and seek professional help.


Maryland

Governor Hogan signed a bill today that will suspend Maryland’s gas tax of $.36 a gallon for the next 30 days.  Drivers with a standard 12 gallon tank will save $4.32 each time they fill up.

The State of Maryland is estimated to lose close to $100 million in tax revenue during this period.  Maryland announced recently that it had a projected budget surplus of more than $7.5 billion.


Silver Spring

Gaithersburg, MD – Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 4th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing man from Silver Spring.

On Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at approximately 9 a.m., 66 year-old Derek Antonio Carney was last seen leaving his residence in the 10800 block of Georgia Avenue.


Germantown

Butler’s Orchard and Farm Market at 22222 Davis Mill Rd. in Germantown opens today for its 72nd season. There you will find produce, dairy, home décor, baked goods, and a garden center.

The Farm Market will be open Tuesdays-Sundays from 9am-6pm.  The farm’s park is scheduled to open on April 30th.


MoCo Government

For Immediate Release: Thursday 17 March


MoCo

Per MCDOT:

Montgomery County will join in the worldwide celebration of “Transit Driver Appreciation Day” on Friday, March 18, with County Executive Marc Elrich presenting a proclamation recognizing the day at 12:30 p.m. at the Silver Spring Bus Depot. County Executive Elrich will be joined by County Department of Transportation Director Chris Conklin, UFCW Local 1994 MCGEO President Gino Renne and other County representatives.


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