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Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on Minimum Wage Increase for Tipped Employees

Published September 25, 2023 at 10:12AM | Updated September 25, 2023 at 10:49AM

A bill that would increase wages for tipped employees was introduced at the Montgomery County Council meeting on Tuesday, September 19. Bill 35-23 would adjust the calculation of the minimum wage for tipped workers and phase out the tip credit amount under the Montgomery County’s minimum wage law. Currently, businesses are required to pay servers $4.00 per hour; if a server does not make the current minimum hourly wage ($15-16.70) per hour, employers are required to make up the difference.

On October 10, the Council will hold public hearings on the proposed bill Details below.

MoCo High School Sports Scores for Sep 23, 2023

By MCS Staff

Published September 24, 2023 at 4:09PM

Let us know in the comments for any missing scores.

Friendship Picnic Scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 24 Has Been Cancelled Due to Inclement Weather

By Patrick Herron

Published September 24, 2023 at 10:10AM

Wheaton Regional Park is located at 2000 Shorefield Rd. in Wheaton. A free satellite parking shuttle Ride On service to and from the Wheaton Ice Rink and athletic fields will be available.

All are welcome to the celebration, which will include traditional, Kosher, Halal and vegetarian lunch options. There will be a wide range of activities for children and adults including music, dancing, moon bounce, face painting, the carousel and rides on the park’s miniature train.

Fire Pits and Open Burning Guidelines, Restrictions and Safety Information

By MCS Staff

Published September 23, 2023 at 3:28PM

It’s September 23, 2023 and   fall is here. Many may want to spend quality time outdoors before winter, and the The Takoma Park police department has asked residents to be mindful of all Montgomery County rules regarding open burning and the use of fire pits. Please be sure you are adhering to all county guidelines and using precautions when using a fire pit:

Courtesy of Takoma Park Police

First Look at MoCo’s First Wiseguy Pizza

By MCS Staff

Published September 23, 2023 at 10:58AM

Wiseguy pizza has opened its first MoCo location. The restaurant is located in the space that was previously occupied by Angel’s Pizza at Wheaton Mall (preview video available below).

Wiseguy serves stone-deck oven baked pizza by the slice that’s made with imported ingredients from Italy, homemade sauces, and dough using a special water filtration system. Pizza options include Cheese, Pepperoni, Paneer Tikki (House Masala, Paneer, Mozzarella, Onions, Tomato, Green & Chili Peppers, Cilantro, Jalapeño Sauce), Nashville Hot Chicken, Chicken Parmesan, and Whitestone (Garlic, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Parmigiano, Oregano, Oil from Tuscany Italy).

MoCo High School Sports Scores for Sep 22, 2023

By MCS Staff

Published September 23, 2023 at 7:43AM | Updated September 23, 2023 at 1:39PM

Let us know in the comments for any missing scores.

Montgomery County ABS Wins National Award for Its Loss Prevention Program

By Patrick Herron

Published September 22, 2023 at 5:20PM

Courtesy Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS)

Per Montgomery County: Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) has received the “Best Enforcement Program” award from national trade magazine StateWays for its loss prevention program that reduces theft, fraud and operational errors. The program preserves profits that are then used for County programs. It is one of the publication’s nine annual Best Practices awards.

The StateWays Best Practices Award will be presented to ABS at a ceremony on Oct. 24 at the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association’s Administrators Conference in Charleston, W. Va.

Reality TV Stars Ashley Darby and Gabby Prescod to Appear at Montgomery Mall’s Remix Event on Saturday, October 7

By Patrick Herron

Published September 22, 2023 at 2:09PM

Per Westfield Montgomery: This autumn, fall fashion takes center stage at Westfield Montgomery Mall’s remix event on Saturday, October 7. The city-making destination for high-brand fashion, luxury, and entertainment will welcome the new season with appearances from reality TV personalities, designer customizations, personal styling, fun photo opportunities, and more.

Ashley Darby and Gabby Prescod will headline the event with a fireside chat from 1pm to 2pm in the Nordstrom Wing on the Lower Level. Fresh off the latest season of runway shows from New York and Paris Fashion Week, Fashion editor Gabby Prescod will lead a lively discussion with fan favorite and Montgomery County native, Ashley Darby. Get a sneak peek into their lives and behind-the-scenes tales of their most memorable fashion statements. Beyond the glitz and the glam, discover the heart, passion, and sensibilities that drive their styles.

Scrap Tire Recycling Collection Event Scheduled for Sept. 25-29 at Shady Grove Processing Facility and Transfer Station

By Patrick Herron

Published September 22, 2023 at 12:39PM

Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will host a free residential scrap tire drop-off event from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 25–29 at the Shady Grove Processing Facility and Transfer Station located at 16101 Frederick Rd, in Derwood. The limit for the free recycling is 10 tires per County resident.

“The more items we can put to reuse the better for all of us, said County Executive Marc Elrich.”This event is a convenient opportunity for residents to do their part for our environment by turning old tires into new products and materials. By recycling more materials, we are throwing away less trash which moves us closer to our zero waste goals.”

Montgomery County Office of Animal Services to Host Animal Welfare Presentation Wednesday, Sept. 27, with Author and Advocate Sara Pizano

By Patrick Herron

Published September 22, 2023 at 12:37PM

Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Office of Animal Services will host a free animal welfare presentation from 7-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 27, in the County Executive Office Building Auditorium in Rockville. Noted animal welfare advocate and author Sara Pizano, founder of Team Shelter USA, will talk about best practices for shelters.

Dr. Pizano is also affiliated with Maddie’s Million Pet Challenge, which fosters community-centered programs and outreach efforts to ensure optimal outcomes for every pet by offering consultations and mentoring services. The program will provide the County with a complimentary shelter consultation.

County Executive Elrich’s Next ‘Community Conversation’ to Seek Input on Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget Will Be Tuesday, Sept. 26, in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published September 22, 2023 at 9:18AM

Per Montgomery County: Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, along with the County’s regional services offices and community partners, is hosting a series of 10 “Community Conversations” from September through December to seek input on the Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget. The next conversation will be from 7-8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 26, at the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown. The BlackRock Center for the Arts is located at 12901 Town Commons Drive in Germantown.

Seven of the 10 conversations will be conducted in English, including one focusing on issues for older residents and another focusing on issues of importance to Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) members. For a County first, one of the forums will be conducted in Amharic (Oct. 18). Two other non-English language forums were on the schedule. The Sept. 21 forum was conducted in Spanish and the Nov. 27 forum will be in Chinese. A select number of Community Conversations will be held online so that residents have the option to participate remotely.