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Published May 22, 2022 at 10:54AM

“The Council was delighted that Planning Board Member Rubin reapplied to serve on the Planning Board for a full term, after completing a partial term in this role,” said Council President Gabe Albornoz. “Her experience, professionalism and commitment to the job are outstanding. The Council is grateful for her public service, and we look forward to continuing to work with her on important land use and planning matters that impact our entire community and the future of Montgomery County.”

Ms. Rubin was first appointed to a partial term on the Planning Board in Oct. 2021 after she retired as a special project manager for the Montgomery County Planning Department. Prior to that, she served as acting deputy planning director with oversight responsibility for the Divisions of County wide Planning and Policy, Management Services, Information Technology and Innovation and Research and Strategic Projects.

MCPS

Montgomery County Expands Local Cable Programming by Adding New MCPS-TV High-Definition Cable Channel on Comcast

By Patrick Herron

Published May 22, 2022 at 10:48AM

The new HD channel joins four other County HD channels and nine standard-definition (SD) channels available through Xfinity TV. The channels are part of the Connect Montgomery Alliance (CMA) that provides a variety of programming focused on local issues.

MCPS-TV airs mental health awareness programs such as “Mindful Moments” and “MCPS Waymaking,” as well as live coverage of County Board of Education meetings and Superintendent’s Community Conversations.

MoCo

Winners of Fifth Annual Girl Power Contest Announced

By Patrick Herron

Published May 22, 2022 at 10:43AM

CFW Commissioners and representatives from Montgomery County Public Libraries judged over 30 entries ranging from short stories to drawings based on creativity and content. Winners were selected from four categories: elementary, middle, high school, and adult. The 2022 winners and honorable mention recipients are:

Elementary

A post from Our Lady of Good Counsel High School

Sign up for Good Counsel Summer Camps today!

Published May 18, 2026 at 10:45AM

Summer fun starts at Good Counsel! Our Summer Camps are packed with exciting activities, sports, creativity, adventure, and unforgettable memories for campers of all ages. From the field to the classroom and everywhere in between, there’s something for everyone at Good Counsel’s Summer Camps!

Spend your summer learning, laughing, and making new friends with the Good Counsel community. Spots are filling fast so be sure to register today!

Register at: www.olgchs.org/camps

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Traffic

MDOT State Highway Administration Recommends Drivers Perform a 5-Minute of Walk-around of Vehicles Prior to Summer Season

By Patrick Herron

Published May 22, 2022 at 10:13AM

“Each year, we see vehicle breakdowns during the hot days of summer that could have been avoided with a simple check prior to a trip,” said MDOT SHA Chief Operating Officer Andre Futrell. “A vehicle check only takes a few minutes and can help avoid costly repairs and keep you on the road.”

In 2021, MDOT SHA highway response technicians provided nearly 36,000 motorist assists, most of them due to vehicle mechanical breakdowns. Common sense preventative maintenance can provide a level of vehicle protection for drivers who are preparing to travel by motor vehicle during the hot summer months.

Event

Closing Reception at “Inspired!” Art Show & Sales

May 30, 2026 12:00 pm -5:00 pm

BlackRock Center for the Arts

12901 Town Commons Drive

Germantown, Maryland 20874

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Beautiful venue; great art, gifts and hand-crafted items; refreshments; and meet the award-winning painters, photographers, mixed media artists, ceramicists, fiber artists, and more – some 40 artists in all. It’s an extraordinary array of framed wall works, 3-d media including sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, and fiber pieces, and unframed prints.

Among them, you’ll see:

Gaithersburg

Gaithersburg Mayor & City Council Designate June as Pride Month Mayor & City Council Designate June as Pride Month

By MCS Staff

Published May 22, 2022 at 9:40AM

Per The City of Gaithersburg: The City celebrates Pride Month in June with an official proclamation & programs that celebrate the strength, dignity, and achievements of LGBTQIA+ communities. Volunteer opportunities and SSL hours are available. Join us in making a stand for inclusivity & equality for all of our neighbors

Events include, Nerd Party- Golden Girls, Pride Month Proclamation, Head Over Heels, Storytime at the Arts Barn, Equals-Tea Pride, Tasty Books, DragQueen Storytime and more.

Restaurants

The Pickle Bar is Back at Parkway Deli

By MCS Staff

Published May 22, 2022 at 9:35AM

The pickle bar at Parkway has been a favorite for many loyal customers, but was removed because of Covid. After an absence of over two years, Parkway announced via social media that the “PICKLE BAR is Now Open!!!!” Below you’ll see a Pastrami and Corned Beef sandwich, courtesy of @TasteMoCo.

About Parkway: After working in the Deli business most of his life, Lou Gurewitz opened Parkway Deli in 1963 with his Sister, Rose and her husband Mike. They called it Parkway Deli because it was close to the park (Rock Creek park). Lou’s oldest son, Stuart who also grew up in the deli biz took over in 1974. With a lot of hard work and long hours, Stuart turned Parkway Deli into the institution that it is today. After over 30 years, Stuart retired. Now in it’s third generation of operation, Stuart’s two sons, Danny and Gary continue on with the deli tradition.

Events

Gaithersburg Farmers Markets in Full Swing

By MCS Staff

Published May 22, 2022 at 9:24AM

The City of Gaithersburg offers two Farmers Markets, providing residents with locally grown produce throughout the year. The variety of fruits & vegetables changes weekly as different crops reach maturity. Per the City of Gaithersburg:

The Main Street Farmers Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It’s located in the Main Street Park & Pavilion just one block off of Kentlands Boulevard. You’ll find summer fruit & veggies, distilled spirits, eggs, baked sweets, and ready-made meals.

WMATA

Metro on Schedule to Restore 7000-series Railcars in Late Summer

By MCS Staff

Published May 22, 2022 at 9:12AM

This week, Metro installed the first automated inspection system to test wheelsets of the 7000-series railcars in real-time. The schedule to restore the fleet to passenger service later this summer remains on time.  With the first installation now complete, engineers will begin configuration, testing, and commissioning of the system.

Last month, Metro started the process to review with the Washington Metrorail Safety Commission the key components of its return to service plan. The plan includes new inspection procedures and trainings to guide Metro staff to safely inspect and maintain the 7000-series railcars when they return to service later this summer.

MCFRS

Multiple Vehicles Struck by Airborne Tire on 495 Saturday Evening; Several Injuries Reported

By MCS Staff

Published May 22, 2022 at 8:13AM

Multiple vehicles were struck by an airborne tire that bounced across the inner loop and outer loop of I-495 near the Linden Lane overpass, between Georgia Ave. and Connecticut Ave., (Kensington/Silver Spring) on Saturday evening, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue PIO Pete Piringer.

According to Piringer, The airborne tire and debris only caused property damage on the inner loop, but resulted in several injuries on the outer loop including two adults being transported to the hospital with priority 1 (life threatening) traumatic injuries after the tire struck multiple moving vehicles.

Germantown

(Located) Detectives Ask For Assistance in Locating Missing Germantown Woman

By Patrick Herron

Published May 21, 2022 at 9:48PM | Updated May 23, 2022 at 5:26PM

Bain is approximately 5-feet, 6-inches tall and approximately 180 pounds. She has blond hair and blue eyes. Bain may be driving a white 2017 KIA Soul with MD tags 4DA0003. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Lisa Joyce Bain is asked to call the police non-emergency number at 301-279-8000 (24-hour line) or the Montgomery County Police – 5th District Investigative Section at 240-773-6237. Callers may remain anonymous.

Beyond MoCo

Jackass 4.5 is Now Streaming on Netflix; Two of the Show’s Creators are From MoCo

By Patrick Herron

Published May 21, 2022 at 3:48PM

Jackass 4.5 is now available to stream on Netflix. The film contains unreleased footage and outtakes from Jackass Forever, which grossed over 80 million when it was released in theaters earlier this year. Originally a 30-minute show on MTV, the Jackass franchise was created by MoCo natives Jeff Tremaine and Spike Jonze, along with actor Johnny Knoxville. Tremaine and Jonze were childhood friends, both growing up in MoCo and graduating from Walt Whitman High School in Bethesda in the mid 80s and are both executive producers of all the Jackass movies.

Tremaine is the former editor of the skating culture magazine Big Brother and a former art director of the influential BMXmagazine GO. He was also a former professional BMX rider. Tremaine has directed and produced all the movies in the Jackass franchise and was also the executive producer on the MTV reality series Rob and Big, and the executive producer of Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory, Ridiculousness, Nitro Circus, and Adult Swim’s Loiter Squad.