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Published June 29, 2023 at 8:21AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a house fire in the 5900 blk of Aberdeen Rd, near Wilson La, in Bethesda around 2:30am on Thursday, June 29. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, firefighters encountered heavy fire from roof upon arrival. Two adults have been displaced and there were no injuries reported. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Per @mcfrsPIO on Twitter: “(~230a) 5900blk Aberdeen Rd, near Wilson La, English Village/Bethesda, house fire, @mcfrs PE720, PE706, PE710, PE726, PE711, AT751, T706, RS741, A741B, BC702, BC701, T706, T710, A710, ALS741 & others responded, FFs encountered heavy fire from roof upon arrival, everybody got out

Gaithersburg

Gaithersburg Celebrates “Where Community Grows”

By MCS Staff

Published June 29, 2023 at 8:06AM

The City of Gaithersburg celebrates Parks & Recreation Month throughout the month of July with special events, programs and classes. SummerFest on July 1, SportsFest on July 15, and the Explore Gaithersburg! Park Passport program are just a few highlights of the month-long celebration.

The Mayor & City Council will proclaim July as “Parks and Recreation Month” in the City of Gaithersburg at its meeting on July 3. The proclamation reminds Gaithersburg residents of the importance of parks and recreation facilities, programs, staff, and volunteers while encouraging everyone to embrace active lifestyles and improve their overall health.

Events

Major Traffic Advisory in Gaithersburg on Saturday, July 1st

By MCS Staff

Published June 29, 2023 at 7:55AM

This Saturday, July 1 is the City of Gaithersburg Government SummerFest event at Bohrer Park. Please note that starting at 5PM, there will be lane reductions along South Frederick Avenue (Route 355) adjacent to Bohrer Park and there will be a change in traffic patterns for the event.

Vehicles will not be allowed to cross over or turn left onto South Frederick Avenue (Route 355) between Cedar and Central Avenues. Plan your route accordingly. If you are not attending the festival, please take alternate routes to avoid the area completely.

Check out the Anne Arundel Asian American Festival or the Annapolis Irish Festival!

By Sponsor

Published May 13, 2026 at 10:45AM

It’s Asian American Pacific Islander Month, and what better way to celebrate the culture than to immerse oneself at the Anne Arundel Asian American Festival outside of Annapolis on May 31st?

Or didn’t get enough Irish last month? Two of the biggest Irish acts returns to the stage with Gaelic Storm and Carbon Leaf. See below for more details and information!

All events are family-friendly, packed with food, live music, interactive experiences, and now even more ways to get active.

To kick things off, you can save 20% on tickets with code MOCOSHOW (valid through May 31 for general admission tickets).

2026 Festival Lineup

Annapolis Irish Festival

May 29 & 30

Experience the spirit of Ireland right here in Annapolis with two days of live music, great food, and high-energy performances. Headlined by internationally recognized acts like Scythian, Gaelic Storm, and Carbon Leaf, the Annapolis Irish Festival blends traditional Irish culture with modern rock festival vibes.

Haven’t heard of Gaelic Storm? Are you sure? They were the band in James Cameron’s Titanic and went from local stars to national powerhouses. We are lucky to have them right here in Maryland so don’t miss out!

Enjoy Guinness, Irish whiskey tastings, craft beverages, local vendors, and nonstop entertainment in a setting that brings thousands together to celebrate Irish heritage.

Anne Arundel Asian American Festival

May 31

Celebrate culture, community, and cuisine at the Anne Arundel Asian American Festival, a vibrant showcase of food, performances, and traditions from across Asia!

Come hungry and enjoy authentic dishes from a wide range of vendors, cultural performances throughout the day, and interactive experiences for all ages. This family-friendly event highlights the diversity and energy of the Asian American community during AAPI Heritage Month.

Food vendors include:

Namit Filipino, Ekiben, Bun’d Up, E-San Thai, MD Brad Butcher and Central Asian dishes, Thai Pinto, Pho Wheels, and The Sister House! (more…)

Gaithersburg

MoCo’s Newest Chick-fil-a is Owned/Operated by Gaithersburg High School Alumnus

By MCS Staff

Published June 29, 2023 at 7:51AM

Montgomery County’s newest Chick-fil-a has officially opened for business at 700 N. Frederick Ave in Gaithersburg. Chick-fil-a’s first Montgomery County restaurant opened less than a mile away from its newest location, opening inside of Lakeforest Mall in 2003. That location closed in late 2011, a few months before the Kentlands location in Gaithersburg opened. Richard Munguia, a graduate of nearby Gaithersburg High School, is the owner/operator of the new restaurant.

Upon walking inside, you’ll see a photo of Richard. His time with the company started at the Tech Rd location in Silver Spring. He moved on to helping open Chick-fil-a restaurants across the country before returning to open a location in the area he grew up in. Per the sign up front, from Richard: “It’s my full-time job-and really my passion- to make sure your visit is always a great one. While I am part of a large organization, as an Owner-Operator, I’m actually an individual business partner of Chick-fil-A, This brings not only responsibility and accountability, which is good for Guests and our Team Members alike, it also allows me to bring a local flavor to the Restaurant.

Event

Koaches Korner Tennis Clinics

May 23, 2026 9:00 am -12:00 pm

Damascus HS Tennis Center

25921 Ridge Road

Damascus, Maryland 20872

Contact

Program Overview

This 6 week Saturday tennis clinic is designed for middle school players who want to learn and improve their tennis skills in a fun and supportive environment. Players will build confidence on the court while developing strong fundamentals and enjoying the game with other students.

DMV

Crimson Coward Announces 25 Upcoming Maryland Locations

By MCS Staff

Published June 29, 2023 at 7:30AM

Crimson Coward, a Nashville hot chicken restaurant founded in the Los Angeles area in 2018, recently opened its first East Coast location a few months ago in Northern Virginia. At that time, the company announced an additional 25 restaurants planned for the D.C. area in NoVa. Now, they plan to add an additional 25 restaurants in Maryland.

QSR reports that “The L.A. hot chicken franchise plans to open 25 locations in Maryland as well as 25 total stores in Virginia.” According to the report, Restaurant Management Group-Mid Atlantic (RMG-MA) will develop, franchise, and support all stores in Maryland and Virginia. Exact locations of the restaurants have likely not been finalized yet, so they are not available at this time.

Glenmont

$1 Million Winning Lottery Ticket Sold at MoCo 7-Eleven Has Been Claimed

By Patrick Herron

Published June 28, 2023 at 10:55PM | Updated June 28, 2023 at 11:52PM

A Montgomery County Resident is $1,000,000 richer after claiming a winning lottery ticket she purchased back in April from the 7-Eleven at 12405 Georgia Ave in Wheaton-Glenmont. Full story below courtesy of MD Lottery:

“Although she was chasing a Mega Millions jackpot, a Silver Spring woman is happy to join the game’s millionaires’ club after winning a $1 million second-tier prize in an April drawing. The Montgomery County resident, who said she has chased the jackpot her entire life, gave herself the nickname “Lady Jackpot Chaser” to tell the story of her April 18 Lottery win.

Restaurants

Mastiha Bakery Announces New Greek Food Truck

By Patrick Herron

Published June 28, 2023 at 10:46PM | Updated June 28, 2023 at 11:51PM

Mastiha Bakery at 2387 Lewis Ave in Rockville has announced the launch of Mastiha Taverna, a new food truck that will be stationed in front of the bakery. According to Mastiha, the truck will serve pita sandwiches, Greek dessert, drinks, traditional salads, dips, and small bites/sides. Mastiha Taverna will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 5-9pm.

Per Mastiha Bakery: The word mastiha refers to the sap drippings, or “tears”, from the mastic tree which grows on the north-eastern Aegean Greek island of Chio, where founder and owner, Katerina Georgallas traces her origins. Founded in 2011 with a deep appreciation for heritage, culture, and scratch-made goodness, Mastiha Bakery specializes in assorted sweet and savory pastries, cookies, authentically crafted pita bread, hand stretched rustic phyllo pies and other delectable items. Using local ingredients and old-world craftsmanship you can taste, Katerina is committed to producing quality goods entirely from scratch.

DMV

Code Red Air Quality, Unhealthy for Everyone, Forecasted For DMV (Thursday, June 29th)

By MCS Staff

Published June 28, 2023 at 10:15PM

The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) has forecast a Code Red air day for the metropolitan Washington region on Thursday, June 29. Code Red levels mean the air is unhealthy for everyone. Smoke coming from wildfires in Canada is contributing to the increased levels of fine particle pollution. COG advises the following health precautions:

Residents can check current air quality conditions on COG’s website or the Clean Air Partners website. The U.S Environmental Protection Agency also recommends the following during wildfire events:

Darnestown

Inferno Pizzeria Ranked 23rd in “Top 50 Pizzerias in the USA” List

By MCS Staff

Published June 28, 2023 at 9:46PM

50 Top Pizza, a pizza evaluation site in Paestum, Italy, not far from Naples, has released its 2023 Top 50 Pizza list. Montgomery County contributed with the 23rd ranked pizzeria in the country– Inferno Pizzeria Napoletana, located in Darnestown/Gaithersburg. Last year Inferno was ranked 25th on the list.

Inferno Pizzeria Napoletana has been open in Gaithersburg (12207 Darnestown Rd.) for nearly 7.5 years– there is still a line into the parking lot full of eager diners hoping to get a table before the dough ran out for the night– something that’s a common occurrence for Inferno (see our video below). For those unfamiliar with the restaurant, it was opened by Chef Tony Conte in October 2015 after he spent nine years in DC’s Oval Room. Inferno specializes in pizza, but regulars will tell you that the appetizers are often just as much of a draw.

Olney

Cheesesteak Eating Contest to Win ‘Free Cheesesteaks For a Year’ To Take Place on July 4th in Olney

By MCS Staff

Published June 28, 2023 at 9:35PM

Brew Belly at 18065 Georgia Ave in Olney has announced it will be holding its annual Cheesesteak Eating Contest on July 4 at 12:00pm. The winner of the contest, which is open to the first 25 people to sign up ($20 entry fee), will win free cheesesteaks from the restaurant for one year.

The $20 entry fee will be donated to Hero Dogs. In addition to cheesesteaks, Brew Belly boasts of over 250 Maryland-born brews, between its ever-changing (24 tap) beer list, to its well-stocked (12 door), reach-in, self-serve cooler. “Hero Dogs, Inc. improves the quality of life of our nation’s heroes by raising, training, and placing service dogs and other highly skilled canines, free of charge with lifetime support of the partnerships. We serve the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area.”

Beyond MoCo

University of Maryland (College Park) Awarded Nearly $40 Million Grant for Electric Buses

By MCS Staff

Published June 28, 2023 at 9:08PM

Per the University of Maryland: Yesterday, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced that the University of Maryland will receive nearly $40 million in grant funding to fast-track its plans to convert its bus fleet from diesel to electric vehicles. Funds will be used to purchase 35 battery electric buses, bus charging stations and associated infrastructure renovations to enable onsite electric bus charging as well as to support workforce development, and train drivers and maintenance staff on how to operate and service electric buses.

The funds were awarded through the FTA’s FY23 Low-No Program, which will provide nearly $1.7 billion for transit projects in 46 states and territories. UMD’s grant was the largest given to a university in this award cycle and one of the largest of the 130 grants awarded overall.