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We are working with two local businesses to let you know what they have to offer during this difficult time.
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London Navarro is a student at Stone Mill elementary in Gaithersburg, Maryland. She’s a 2x Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Youth Pan-American World Champion (recently winning her 2nd title on Feb 8, 2020) and a two-time International Youth Champion.
Two Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) food and nutrition services staff members working at the Glen Haven Elementary School meal distribution site in Wheaton have reported positive tests of Covid-19 (photos 1 and 2)
In addition, there have been two confirmed cases of COVID-19 at the Asbury Methodist Village in Gaithersburg (photo 3).
Today more than ever, staying at home is the best way to take care of your family’s health.
The air you breathe at home must be free of microorganisms; cleaning your furnace and ducts is essential, today we can help you.
MoCo’s last remaining Ruby Tuesday has closed permanently.
This probably won’t come as a surprise to anyone, but we just received word that MoCo’s last remaining Ruby Tuesday has closed permanently.
Mynd Spa, formerly known as the Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa, has informed all employees that they are laid off and is closing all 25+ locations across the country.
The company has released the following statement, “It is with sadness and disappointment that Mynd Spa and Salon has permanently closed.”
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Fantasticks, a customizable gelato bar and pop shop, is coming to Rio!
The dessert spot allows you to choose your toppings, cover your bar in chocolate, and cover it with a drizzle.
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Clear Skies Meadery, located at 325 Main Street in the Kentlands, is preparing for its soft opening in just a few days and we had the opportunity to stop by and check it out.
Clear Skies Meadery will have it’s soft opening on March 13-15 (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) from 5pm-8pm) and every Friday, Saturday, Sunday at 5-8pm for now, until the grand opening on Friday, April 3rd at 5pm (ribbon cutting ceremony at 3pm). Days are subject to change, so make sure to give them a follow to remain updated.
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Development Updates in Montgomery Village courtesy of The Montgomery Village Foundation.
South House Garden is Coming to Olde Towne Gaithersburg.
According to a sponsored post on Facebook, South House Garden is a beer garden, southern eatery and sports bar combined. It will offer games like pool, beer pong, darts, and live music.
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Wootton Graduate, Kelly Campbell, has been named the new President of Hulu.Per Hollywood Reporter, Campbell will become president of Hulu and will lead the streamer’s on demand and live streaming businesses as the company is further integrated into parent Disney’s direct-to-consumer group.
Campbell was previously Hulu’s Chief Marketing Officer and spent 12 years at Google in multiple senior marketing roles prior to that. She grew up in MoCo and graduated from Wootton High School in the mid 90s.