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Published June 15, 2022 at 4:09PM | Updated June 26, 2023 at 11:19PM

All programming scheduled to take place at the Center throughout the closure will take place at alternate locations, with the exception of early voting. The Center will remain open as an Early Voting location from July 7 – 14.

Germantown

Detectives Investigate Theft from Vehicle and Fraud in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 4:07PM

On Saturday, May 14, 2022, the victim reported that in the overnight hours of May 13, an unknown suspect broke the rear passenger window of their vehicle, parked in the12500 block of Great Park Circle, and stole their wallet. The suspect then attempted to use the victim’s bank card at an ATM. The withdrawals were declined.

Anyone with information regarding this suspect is asked to call the 5th District Patrol Investigations Unit at 240-773-6263.

Gaithersburg

Pollo Campero Officially Announces Plan to Relocate Lakeforest Location

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 3:23PM

The Pollo Campero located inside of Lakeforest Mall (701 Russell Ave) in Gaithersburg has officially announced it will be closing when the new location at 426 N Frederick Rd, the former site of KFC, opens. Representative from the Lakeforest location tell us that the new store is expected to open on July 17.

Pollo Campero has additional Montgomery County locations in Takoma Park and Wheaton. The Downtown Silver Spring location closed in December, 2021.

Bethesda

Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of NIAID, Tests Positive for COVID-19

By MCS Staff

Published June 15, 2022 at 3:12PM

NIAID conducts and supports research—at NIH, throughout the United States, and worldwide — to study the causes of infectious and immune-mediated diseases, and to develop better means of preventing, diagnosing, and treating these illnesses. News releases, fact sheets and other NIAID-related materials are available on the NIAID website.

About the National Institutes of Health (NIH): NIH, the nation’s medical research agency, includes 27 Institutes and Centers and is a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIH is the primary federal agency conducting and supporting basic, clinical, and translational medical research, and is investigating the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit www.nih.gov.

Event

Heat for Heroes Chili Cook-Off

September 19, 2026 12:00 pm -2:45 pm

Lone Oak Farm Brewery

5000 Olney Laytonsville Rd

Olney, Maryland 20832

Website Contact

General admission is $25 per person, which includes chili tastings. Free Admission for kids under 18, Police Officers and their Family is provided by MCPF). All proceeds benefit the Foundation’s mission to strengthen community-police relationships, support officers wellness, and enhance public safety initiatives across Montgomery County.

In addition to delicious chili, attendees can enjoy local craft beer from Lone Oak Brewery, family activities, and opportunities to meet and interact with Montgomery County police officers in a fun, relaxed setting.

Silver Spring

Detectives Investigate Double Burglary; Surveillance Video Released

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 2:42PM

At approximately 4:25 a.m., 3rd District officers responded to the Solaire Apartment Complex for the report of a burglary that just occurred.

The investigation by detectives has determined that at approximately 4:02 a.m., the suspect entered the apartment building through a rear door. The suspect then accessed the mailroom through an unknown manner and began loading packages into a cart. When an employee entered the mailroom, the suspect fled the scene through a rear door.

MCPS

MCPS Releases Statement on the Passing of Former Board of Education Member, Mr. Reginald Felton

By MCS Staff

Published June 15, 2022 at 2:32PM

The Montgomery County Board of Education and MCPS mourn the passing of Mr. Reginald “Reggie” Felton. Elected to the Board in 1994, Mr. Felton served until 2004. He served three terms as president and twice as vice president and sat on many Board committees. His personal and professional commitment to the students and staff of MCPS continues to have a lasting impact. Mr. Felton went on to serve as a member of the Montgomery College Board of Trustees from 2007 to 2015 and on the Board of Directors for the George B. Thomas Learning Academy.

“On behalf of the Board, we are all deeply saddened by the loss of Reggie Felton,” said Board President Brenda Wolff. “He was an exemplary Board member. Passionate, collegial and committed. Reggie worked hard to improve educational opportunities for all students, and advocated for high-quality professional development for staff, and safe and modern school facilities. He will be remembered as a leader not only for the public schools, but as a fierce advocate for education in Montgomery County”

MoCo Government

Statements of Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and Community Leaders Ron Halber and Meredith R. Weisel on Hate Messages Recently Found in the County

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 1:26PM

Statement of County Executive Elrich:

“We are currently experiencing multiple incidents of hate in Montgomery County over the past two weeks. On May 31, KKK imagery appeared on internet app searches for Damascus High School. On June 2, in Kemp Mill, antisemitic flyers were posted at Ride-On Station. Last week, on June 7, swastikas were carved at a MARC train station in Garrett Park. And, over past the weekend, flyers with references to groups affiliated with the KKK were discovered in Chevy Chase.

Gaithersburg

Where to Watch Fireworks in Montgomery County This July

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 11:41AM | Updated June 15, 2022 at 8:06PM

After the COVID-19 pandemic caused cancellations in 2020 and 2021, Independence Day fireworks and celebrations are back in a big way this year. Below is a list of all the MoCo fireworks displays that have been announced:

Sign language interpreter services and other auxiliary aids or services will be provided upon request with as much notice as possible, preferably at least three business days before the event. To request special accommodations, contact a therapeutic recreation specialist at 240-777-6870 or email [email protected].

MCDOT

MCDOT: Transportation Schedule for the Juneteenth Holiday on Monday, June 20

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 9:42AM

Below is the transportation-related holiday schedule for the Juneteenth holiday on Monday, June 20:

View more schedule changes here.

MoCo Recreation

Water Proofing Test Takes Place at 120,000 SF Recreation and Aquatic Center Set to Open Next Year in Downtown Silver Spring

By MCS Staff

Published June 15, 2022 at 9:32AM

According to a social media post by Montgomery County Recreation on Wednesday morning, a water proofing test took place for the main pool at the building site of the Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center this week. Construction on the South County Regional Recreation and Aquatic Center that is located at 1315 Apple Ave began in 2019.

The new facility will be located in Downtown Silver Spring, in the ‘Central Business District’ of Silver Spring as part of a Public-Private Partnership undertaken with the Housing Opportunity Commission and the Lee Development Group. According to a recent report by Source of the Spring, “This is not just a pool, it’s a monster… It combines an aquatic facility and a large recreation center. We do not have this kind of space down county.”

Beyond MoCo

Beyond MoCo: Fourth of July Fireworks Cancelled in College Park

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 9:01AM

The City of College Park in Prince George’s County, MD has announced that it has cancelled this year’s fireworks display due to supply chain issues, posting the following on it’s website: “The City of College Park and University of Maryland regret to announce the cancellation of the annual Independence Day Fireworks and Concert due to COVID-19’s continued impact on the supply chain. We apologize for any inconvenience, and anticipate the return of the event in July 2023.

The City’s first Fourth of July parade is still scheduled for 11 a.m. July 4, 2022 on Rhode Island Avenue. The city is still looking for local groups and organizations to participate. Click here for details and an application.”