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Beyond MoCo: XFL Announces Teams for Upcoming Season, New Logo for Washington, DC Team

Published October 31, 2022 at 2:30PM

The XFL today revealed the names and logos for the eight teams that will be competing in the 2023 season, which kicks off on February 18, 2023. The Washington DC team, which will play its home games at Audi Field, will continue to be known as the D.C. Defenders. The Defenders went 3-2 during the XFL’s 2020 season, which ended prematurely in April 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The XFL was then purchased by Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson in August 2020 after the league went bankrupt. The Defenders will be coached this season by Reggie Barlow and the XFL draft takes place in November. Additional information courtesy of the XFL:

The DC Defenders are an unmatched defensive force overlooking the most guarded capital in the world. They don't give up ground, they take it. #XFL2023 pic.twitter.com/WdhtGFvGbB

Montgomery County Man Arrested For First Degree Sexual Abuse Offense

By MCS Staff

Published October 31, 2022 at 1:39PM | Updated October 31, 2022 at 5:01PM

Per MPD: Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sexual Assault Unit announce an arrest has been made in a First Degree Sexual Abuse offense that occurred on Thursday, October 27, 2022, in the 2100 block of P Street, Northwest.

At approximately 3:20 am, the suspect approached the victim at the listed location. The suspect assaulted the victim and engaged in a forced sex act with the victim. The suspect was arrested by responding officers.

Gaithersburg Man Scores Second $50,000+ Lottery Win of 2022

By Patrick Herron

Published October 31, 2022 at 10:35AM | Updated November 10, 2022 at 1:18PM

Per the Maryland Lottery: A Maryland Lottery player from Montgomery County says he has a good time playing Racetrax, but it doesn’t hurt that he’s also scored two big wins on the […]

Beyond MoCo: Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen to Open in DC in Early 2023

By MCS Staff

Published October 29, 2022 at 12:59PM

Gordon Ramsay recently opened his first DC restaurant, Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips, at The Wharf. His Hell’s Kitchen concept, which was announced last February, is up next with an updated Winter/Early 2023 timeframe.

What started in 1998 with Chef Ramsay’s first-owned restaurant, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, the Gordon Ramsay brand has evolved into restaurants in three continents, six countries, and dozens of cities. The Michelin-starred Chef is now bringing his Hell’s Kitchen concept to The Wharf in nearby Washington, DC, according to a recent report by. The two-story Hell’s Kitchen will be located at 652 Wharf St. SW.

UMD Announces Plan to Cover Tuition and Fees of Low-Income, In-State Students

By MCS Staff

Published October 26, 2022 at 9:26AM

The University of Maryland announced the launch of the Terrapin Commitment on Monday, an investment that will provide up to $20 million annually for low-income, in-state students starting January 2023. The full announcement can be seen below:

Dear Maryland community,

Frederick County Council Approves Sugarloaf Preservation Plan; Pushes Decision on Restrictions Back

By MCS Staff

Published October 26, 2022 at 6:13AM

The Frederick County Council voted for the approval of the Sugarloaf Treasured Landscape Management Plan on Tuesday, passing the plan to preserve Sugarloaf Mountain and surrounding land, but pushed back a decision on development restrictions in the area to the council that will take office in December, following the November elections (according to a report by Jack Hogan of the Frederick News Post).

The Washington Post reports that the Frederick County Council rejected a last minute compromise, 4-3, that could lead to further conflict between county officials and the property owner. Frederick County Executive Jan Gardner expressed disapproval of the compromise at the meeting, while County Councilmember Kai Hagan, who proposed the compromis, referred to it as “an effort to advance the strongest plan we can get”.

Beyond MoCo: “Harry Potter- A Forbidden Experience” is Coming to Leesburg Starting October 29th

By MCS Staff

Published October 24, 2022 at 11:30AM

“Harry Potter- A Forbidden Experience”, a nighttime woodland trail experience filled with magical creatures and wizarding wonders from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films, is coming later this month, October 29th, to Leesburg, VA (Morven Park, 41580 Sunday Morning Lane). The walking trail takes approximately 45-70 minutes, while the experience itself takes about 60-90 minutes for all ages, with tickets ranging from $25-$75 depending on age and session date/time.

“Explore after dark the sounds, lights, and special effects that bring the magic of the Wizarding World to life. Guests will also be able to enjoy a wide range of delicious food and drinks at the village! Set in a beautiful woodland, this nighttime trail experience has been created by award-winning theatrical designers and experiential creators.”

African Lion Dies at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2022 at 8:50PM

Per the Smithsonian:

Staff at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute are mourning the loss of Luke, an African lion who was humanely euthanized Oct. 19. He was 17 years old. The median life expectancy for African lions in human care is 17 years.

Beyond MoCo: Rusty the Red Panda, Who Once Escaped the National Zoo, Has Passed Away

By MCS Staff

Published October 21, 2022 at 4:04PM

Rusty, the red panda who escaped from the National Zoo back in June of 2013 when he was less than a year old, has passed away unexpectedly according to a social media post by Pueblo Zoo. Rusty roamed around Adams Morgan when he escaped the soon at some point during the night of June 23rd. He was spotted throughout Adams Morgan until the Washington Humane Society located him in a tree at 2pm the next day and was able to put him in a crate and bring him back home to the zoo.

Rusty was born in 2012 at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo in Nebraska. He then moved to the National Zoo in DC where he lived for a while before moving once again to the Pueblo Zoo in Colorado. While at Pueblo Zoo he became a father of twins, Mogwai and Momo. Pueblo Zoo released the following statement regarding Rusty’s death earlier this week:

Beyond MoCo: Soft Opening For Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips at the Wharf

By MCS Staff

Published October 20, 2022 at 7:10AM

Gordon Ramsay’s Fish & Chips has soft opened at 665 Water Street at the base of the Williams & Connolly building The Wharf in DC. Originally, Ramsay planned on opening his Fish & Chips restaurant at 501 Seventh Street, Northwest, DC, but decided he would open a bottomless pizza restaurant there instead (coming soon). Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips was the second of his restaurants announced for The Wharf as the Michelin-starred Chef is also bringing his Hell’s Kitchen concept to The Wharf.

The fast casual Gordon Ramsay Fish & Chips menu offers six different types of combos, including a fish, shrimp, and chicken combo, as well as fishwich, chickenwich, and fish & shrimp combo, ranging in price from $14.99-$18.99. You have the option to “hook it up” by adding either extra fish, shrimp or chicken ($3.99-$5.99). Each combo comes with your choice of two sauces, and you can choose between Gordon’s tartar, curry & mango, sriracha aioli, southwest ranch, dijon mayo, and cocktail sauce. Chips are also available on their own, either plain or in three different versions of “dirty chips.” For dessert you can choose either a sticky toffee shake or a biscoff shake. Alcoholic beverages (beer and wine) are also available for those 21+.

Beyond MoCo: Lil’ Cakes & Creamery to Open Urbana Location This Saturday, October 22

By MCS Staff

Published October 19, 2022 at 2:22PM | Updated October 19, 2022 at 3:38PM

Lil’ Cakes & Creamery will open its newest location at 3272 Bennett Creek Avenue, Unit A, this Saturday, October 22 in the Village Square at Urbana– joining the likes of Chipotle, Jersey Mike’s, Tropical Smoothie Cafe, and the brand new Big Greek Cafe. The grand opening will be held from 1-4pm and feature, face painting, free cupcakes & ice cream, raffles, and a moon bounce.

From @lil_cakesandcreamery on Instagram: “It’s Grand Opening time!!! Lil’ Cakes & Creamery Urbana will open this Saturday 10-22-22!!! Please come join us for a fun filled day and celebrate with us!! We will be open all day but the activities and raffles will be from 1-4PM! Help us spread the word and come on in for some delicious cupcakes and ice-cream!!! Chance to win a 32’’ TV, cupcakes, and so much more!!”