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Big Lots to Accept Now-Expired Bed Bath & Beyond Coupons

Published April 30, 2023 at 9:00PM

Discount retailer Big Lots has announced it will be accepting now-expired Bed Bath & Beyond coupons through May 7. Bed Bath & Beyond announced last week that it will close all 360 of its stores and 120 Buy Buy Baby locations and will seek to sell parts of its business. In its filing with the bankruptcy court, the company said that it expected all stores to close by June 30, according to the New York Times. The Gaithersburg Bed Bath & Beyond location closed in 2021 and the Germantown location closed permanently last Sunday. The Rockville location is the only Bed Beth & Beyond store left in MoCo with Buy Buy Baby also having a location in Rockville.

Big Lots has Montgomery County locations at 20926 Frederick Rd in Germantown and 19142 Montgomery Village Ave in Montgomery Village. An image of the e-mail Big Lots sent to its subcscribers below:

Five Upcoming Restaurant Openings That Have Created The Most Buzz (May 2023 Edition)

By MCS Staff

Published April 30, 2023 at 5:42PM | Updated April 30, 2023 at 8:20PM

Life shouldn’t be about views, likes, and shares, but this article will be as we take a look back at the upcoming restaurants that have created the most buzz on our website and associated social media accounts in the last two months. Today we’re going to highlight the five (in no particular order) that have generated the most buzz in terms of views, likes, and shares now that we’re in the midst of spring:

Charley Prime (Rio/Gaithersburg): Permanent signage is up at Charley Prime Foods, the new restaurant from Jackie Greenbaum & Gordon Banks (Little Coco’s, El Chucho, Bar Charley, Quarry House Tavern) that will be replacing Tara Thai on the Rio Lakefront boardwalk at 9811 Washington Blvd in Gaithersburg. The restaurant is expected to open this spring.

Recommendation For 380 Multifamily Residential Units at Former Nike Missile Site in Gaithersburg To Be Made on May 3

By MCS Staff

Published April 28, 2023 at 4:38PM

A Joint Public Hearing on the sketch plan application for the subject property that’s located at the former Nike Missile Site at 770 Muddy Branch Road was held on Monday, March 20, 2023. The Planning Commission record closed at 5:00 p.m. on April 21, 2023 and they will make their recommendation to the Mayor and City Council at their May 3, 2023 meeting. The Mayor and City Council record will close at 5:00 p.m. on May 19, 2023 and they are tentatively scheduled to conduct their policy discussion at their June 20, 2023 meeting. All meetings begin at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall, 31 S Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 (virtual participation will also be available).

The Applicant, Muddy Branch Investments, LLC, has submitted Sketch Plan application SK-9497-2023, proposing to construct 380 multifamily residential units in four buildings up to five stories in height, all located on approximately 14 acres. The sketch plan includes surface parking, open space, pedestrian connections, and amenities for the multifamily units. The sole vehicular access to the proposed development will be along a private street coming off Muddy Branch Road.

Replacement of the Casey Community Center Pedestrian Bridge Is Complete

By MCS Staff

Published April 28, 2023 at 4:33PM

Per the City of Gaithersburg: The replacement of the Casey Community Center Pedestrian Bridge by the City construction contractor is complete. The City’s Public Works Operation Division has installed a new asphalt sidewalk in place of the existing sidewalk, which leads from Edgewood Drive, across the bridge, to the Casey Community Center. The bridge is now open to pedestrian traffic linking the Rosemont Community to the Casey Community Center and linking the Rosedale Community to the Rosemont Elementary School.

During routine inspection of small span & pedestrian bridges throughout the City, a consultant noted safety concerns due to severe section loss at the bearing end locations of both steel beams on the pedestrian bridge behind Casey Community Center. The bridge was temporarily closed for safety reasons and a consultant was hired to do design for repair/replacement of the structure. The existing deck, railing, steel beams, and concrete foundations will be removed & replaced with a new structure.

Notice of Street Construction on Tschiffely Square Road in Gaithersburg

By MCS Staff

Published April 28, 2023 at 4:13PM

The Gaithersburg Department of Public Works has announced that road construction will be conducted on Tschiffely Square Road. The work is anticipated to begin on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, and will continue through the end of May, weather permitting. Work will consist of asphalt milling, utility lid adjustments, resurfacing, and striping.

Access to and from all residences and businesses will be available at all times, although minor delays can be expected at various times while work is in progress. Sections of Tschiffely Square Road will be closed and traffic diverted onto the opposing side of the roadway with flagging operation taking place. Traffic may be held or delayed during this process.

Gaithersburg’s ‘Be Your Best Fest’, a Free Family Event, Takes Place on Saturday, May 6

By MCS Staff

Published April 28, 2023 at 4:09PM

Join the City of Gaithersburg for Casey Community Center’s Be Your Best Fest, a fun, free, family friendly community event with performances, games, activities, information tables, crafts, giveaways, and more! Be Your Best Fest celebrates everything that encourages us to live our best lives & be our best selves. There will be fun activities for the whole family. Be Your Best Fest takes place at the Casey Community Center (810 S Frederick Ave) on Saturday, May 6th from 1pm-3pm.

The Mayor & City Council, City’s Department of Public Works and Casey Community Center staff, contractors with Brawner Builders, Inc., and local residents will gather to officially open the new pedestrian bridge located at O’Neal Drive & Nancy Place. The construction contractor, Brawner Builders, Inc., demolished and removed the previous existing bridge and installed a new pre-engineered twin galvanized steel girder pedestrian bridge with galvanized steel decking, railing, and handrails. The new bridge improves safety for pedestrians & cyclists and connects local neighborhood families to the many resources and activities at Casey Community Center. Learn more about the project here.

Cirque Italia’s Water Circus is in Gaithersburg Until Sunday, April 30

By MCS Staff

Published April 28, 2023 at 3:47PM

Cirque Italia presents Water Circus. “The name reflects a unique attribute under the tent, as the show features a custom designed water stage that travels from city to city. The stage holds 35,000 gallon of water that performers dazzle over while thrilling the audience with every move. With this unique feature under the tent, guests will be surprised, for it’s a show of its own!”

Three Arrested for Armed Robbery of 7-Eleven on Shady Grove Road; Photos Released of Additional Person of Interest

By Patrick Herron

Published April 28, 2023 at 11:50AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division have arrested and charged 21-year-old, Chris Perez, 20-year-old, George Clarence Molina of Gaithersburg, and 25-year-old, Jonathan Schwegler of Germantown with an armed robbery that occurred on Friday, April 14, 2023, at a 7-Eleven in the 15900 block of Shady Grove Road.

The investigation by detectives has revealed that Molina and Perez entered the 7-Eleven at approximately 3 a.m. Perez approached the employee at the counter and demanded he open the cash register. As the employee attempted to open the drawer, Perez struck him in the head with a handgun. Perez then stole an undisclosed amount of cash from the drawer and left the store with Molina, who had been acting as a lookout. Molina and Perez drove away in a red Toyota, driven by Schwegler.

$50,000 Winning Lottery Ticket Sold at Gaithersburg 7-Eleven

By Patrick Herron

Published April 28, 2023 at 10:01AM | Updated April 28, 2023 at 11:22AM

A Gaithersburg man is $50,000 richer after purchasing a winning lottery ticket at the 7-Eleven located in the Walnut Hill Shopping Center in Gaithersburg. Additional details below courtesy of the Maryland Lottery:

“A Montgomery County man, who just recently started playing the Lottery, felt extra lucky this past Monday. That feeling led him to a nearby 7-Eleven to purchase two Pick 5 tickets. A couple unexpected visitors knocked on the 63-year-old’s door to talk about the meaning of life. Feeling euphoric and enthusiastic after their conversation, he decided to test his luck by picking up two Pick 5 tickets containing his license plate number. “I was having the craziest day,” he said. “Random things that never happen to me were happening.”

Gaithersburg Announces 2023 Storm Drain Art Contest Winners

By MCS Staff

Published April 28, 2023 at 7:37AM

The Gaithersburg Parks, Arts & Recreation Corporation (G-PARC) Arts & Culture Alliance, in conjunction with the City Stormwater Management and Cultural Events & Services Divisions, is pleased to announce the winners & honorable mentions of our Storm Drain Art Contest 2023. The judges selected their artwork out of a total of 46 entries for its great interpretation of the contest theme, which was to bring attention to the importance of protecting our Chesapeake Bay watershed.

Per G-PARC: The eleven winners’ artwork will be painted on the storm drain covers at two locations in two phases. Phase 1 will paint on Saturday, June 3 (rain date June 4) in Diamond Farm Park. The second phase will paint in Walder Park in the Fall. The winning designs & honorable mentions may also be used in banners, posters, coloring books, other educational materials, and on social media. Congratulations to our winners & honorable mentions:

Gaithersburg Names Milly Abdo As Its 2023 Junior Mayor

By MCS Staff

Published April 28, 2023 at 7:25AM

The 2023 Junior Mayor Contest for the city of Gaithersburg has concluded. Milly Abdo, a fourth grader at Fields Road Elementary School, begins her term on May 1, when she is officially sworn in at the Mayor & City Council Meeting. The ceremony will also include outgoing remarks by 2022 Junior Mayor Loriele Nix of Summit Hall Elementary School. The meeting can be viewed on the City of Gaithersburg’s YouTube channel.

Congratulations, Milly! Her full essay can be seen below: