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Published June 24, 2022 at 12:58PM

Westfield Wheaton (11160 Veirs Mill Rd), in partnership with Nueva Vida, will be hosting a free Summer Health Fair & Family Fun Zone this Saturday, June 25th from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. in the lower level Macy’s Court. Visitors can take advantage of free health screenings and resources, workout sessions, music, activities and surprises for kids and grown-up kids alike.

Who: More than 30 organizations from across the region will gather to provide resources and information including health screenings and information sessions, in collaboration with Montgomery County. A few of the organizatoins that will be on site include:

MoCo Recreation

Discounted Tickets Available for County Pools for Monday, July 4

By Patrick Herron

Published June 24, 2022 at 12:37PM

The seven outdoor pools include the following:

Outdoor pool hours for July 4 are 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 3-6 p.m. Tickets will be valid for the session selected and are nonrefundable. Residents can purchase up to 10 tickets. Tickets will be scanned at the door and a valid photo ID is required. The primary purchaser must present the ticket upon entry for the entire group. Once the ticket is redeemed guest are not allowed re-entry. Buy tickets here.

MoCo Pride

This Weekend’s Pride Events in MoCo

By Patrick Herron

Published June 24, 2022 at 12:32PM

Festival highlights will include:

MoCo

County Elected Officials React to the Overturning of Roe v. Wade

By Patrick Herron

Published June 24, 2022 at 11:48AM

This morning the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the 1973 ruling that stated that women had a constitutional right to an abortion. Abortion bans are now expected in up to 26 states (not including Maryland.) Below are reactions from several Montgomery County elected officials:

“The Council stands united in the belief that a person’s right to make their own decisions about their healthcare deserves the highest level of constitutional protection, and a politicized Supreme Court should not choose to curb or restrict the constitutional rights of citizens.

Event

Art & Fashion Fusion 2026

July 11, 2026 10:00 am -6:00 pm

Lakewood Country Club, Rockville

13901 Glen Mill Rd., Rockville, MD 20850

Rockville, Maryland 20850

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This is a 2 day Celebration of Culture Through Art, Fashion, Business, Wellness, and Community

Step into a weekend where culture, creativity, entrepreneurship, and community come alive.

Aspen Hill

Pedestrian Struck and Killed By Driver Near Leisure World Early Friday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published June 24, 2022 at 9:01AM

A pedestrian was struck and killed on Georgia Avenue in the area of Leisure World at approximately 4:30am on Friday morning, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) PIO, Pete Piringer.

Piringer tweeted that MCFRS responded to a call Friday morning on Georgia Avenue near Rossmoor Boulevard. Upon arrival 1 adult was evaluated for life threatening injuries and was pronounced dead on the scene. All lanes on Southbound Georgia Avenue remained closed for most of the morning as a result of the fatal crash, until reopening at approximately 8:30am.

DC Sports

DC to host 2023 MLS All-Star Game

By MCS Staff

Published June 24, 2022 at 8:41AM

The MLS All-Star Game has been elected to head to D.C. Major League Soccer announced Thursday that Washington, D.C. will host the 2023 MLS All-Star Game presented by Target on July 19 at Audi Field, home of D.C. United. The opponent for Major League Soccer’s showcase event will be announced at a later date.

The 2023 MLS All-Star Game presented by Target will be presented live to fans around the world through the MLS streaming service as part of Major League Soccer’s 10-year partnership with Apple. The first-of-its-kind partnership will see all MLS matches, including marquee games and events, streamed live around the world. Additional broadcast information will be announced at a later date.

Crime

Arrest Made in Relation to Thursday’s Bomb Threat Investigation in Wheaton

By MCS Staff

Published June 24, 2022 at 7:46AM | Updated June 24, 2022 at 3:17PM

Updated at 12:04pm to include the name of the man arrested

Fire/Explosive Investigators have arrested and charged a 35 year old man, Amir Paul, in relation to the bomb threat investigation at the Arrive Wheaton apartments on Thursday, June 23, per Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services PIO Pete Piringer. Per the tweet, “Among other things, charges are: False Fire Alarm; Disorderly Conduct; Threat of Mass Violence: Arson/Threat; False & Phony Destructive Device & more.” No further information is available at the time.

Silver Spring

Meeting to Address Progress of Purple Line Construction Will Be Held Tuesday, June 28, in Silver Spring 

By Patrick Herron

Published June 24, 2022 at 7:30AM

Oak View Elementary is located at 400 East Wayne Ave. in Silver Spring.   The meeting is open to the public and questions are permitted during the question-and-answer portion of the meeting. The Purple Line will be a 16-mile light rail line that will extend from Bethesda in Montgomery County to New Carrollton in Prince George’s County. It will provide a direct connection to the Metrorail Red, Green and Orange Lines at Bethesda, Silver Spring, College Park, and New Carrollton. The Purple Line also will connect to MARC, Amtrak and local bus services. The revised planned completion date is 2026.

MDOT MTA has been holding planning community meetings, open houses and Community Advisory Meetings to give residents updates on the Purple Line. Additional information is available on the project’s website at  purplelinemd.com/upcoming-meetings.

MoCo Government

Montgomery County Holiday Schedule for Independence Day on Monday, July 4

By Patrick Herron

Published June 24, 2022 at 7:28AM

Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Government, and programs that impact County residents, will observe schedule and program changes for the formal observance of Independence Day on Monday, July 4. […]

WMATA

Beyond MoCo: Silver Line Extension Transferred to Metro’s Control

By MCS Staff

Published June 24, 2022 at 7:10AM

Per WMATA: Metro took control of the Silver Line Extension today at 6:00 a.m. This milestone, known as the “Operational Readiness Date” (ORD), marks the point where provisional care and control of the Extension – including six new Silver Line stations, 11.4 miles of new track, and a new rail yard – is formally transferred from the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) to Metro.

The opening date for passenger service will follow an action by Metro’s Board of Directors on the final acceptance of the line from MWAA. “This milestone enables our team to test the tracks and systems, train and familiarize our workforce on yard operations, mainline and stations and ensure that we provide safe and reliable service for customers on the extension,” said Interim General Manager and CEO Andy Off. “We look forward to opening the new stations soon and delivering high quality rail connections to Dulles Airport and Loudoun County.”

MCPS

MCPS Student-Athlete COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement Update

By MCS Staff

Published June 24, 2022 at 6:59AM

Per MCPS: Vaccination for COVID-19 is strongly recommended for student-athletes, but is no longer required. This change to the vaccination requirement applies to summer conditioning and the upcoming fall season.

The change is due to community transmission levels, vaccination rates and analysis of activities (mostly outdoors). Vaccination requirements are subject to change, pending the latest guidance from the Student-Athlete Medical Advisory Committee for MCPS Athletics, in collaboration with DHHS.