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A Documentary Detailing the Launch of the PLL, a Professional Lacrosse League Founded by MoCo Natives Mike and Paul Rabil, Will Premier at This Year’s Tribeca Film Festival

Published May 16, 2022 at 7:59AM

The Lacrosse Network has announced that “Fate of a Sport”, a documentary that details the launch of the PLL– a professional lacrosse league founded by Montgomery County natives Mike and Paul Rabil, will premier at this year’s Tribeca Film Festival on June 15th.

Brothers Mike and Paul Rabil of Montgomery Village wanted to help make the league Paul was playing in (MLL) better for the players involved. When they saw they wouldn’t be able to work with the MLL on improving the product, the Rabil brothers re-created professional Lacrosse with their new league, the PLL.

U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen Hospitalized After Stroke

By Patrick Herron

Published May 16, 2022 at 7:44AM

U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen was hospitalized over the weekend after suffering what he described as a “minor stroke.” Van Hollen was giving a speech in Western Maryland when he began to feel light headed and acute pain in his neck. He was then taken to George Washington University Hospital where the stroke was diagnosed. Before joining the U.S. Senate, Van Hollen represented Maryland’s 8th District in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Full statement from Senator Van Hollen: “This weekend, I was admitted to George Washington University Hospital after experiencing lightheadedness and acute neck pain while I was delivering a speech in Western Maryland. At the recommendation of the Attending Physician, I sought medical attention upon my return home. Earlier today, an angiogram indicated that I had experienced a minor stroke in the form of a small venous tear at the back of my head. Fortunately, I have been informed that there are no long-term effects or damage as a result of this incident, but my doctors have advised that out of an abundance of caution I remain under observation for a few days. I look forward to returning to work in the Senate later this week and thank the medical team for their excellent care.”

“Late Bloomer” Cicadas May Make An Appearance This Month

By MCS Staff

Published May 16, 2022 at 7:26AM

An expert from Mount Saint Joseph University says that Marylanders may see some “late bloomer” cicadas this month, according to a report by Baltimore’s WMAR.

Periodical cicadas are native to the eastern United States and emerge once every 13 or 17 years – making them a rare sight to see! Maryland is home to three 17-year species. Last year, in 2021, we experienced the The Brood X cicada emergence. Brood X is the largest of all broods, with many billions emerging at the same time.

Northwest Defeats Kennedy in “Battle of the Undefeated” to Win County Co-Ed Volleyball Championship

By MCS Staff

Published May 15, 2022 at 9:33AM

The undefeated Northwest Jaguars claimed the Co-Ed Volleyball County Championship title after a hard fought battle against Kennedy on Thursday night. Both teams went into the competition undefeated in matches, having […]

Clarksburg Boys Volleyball Wins Back to Back County Championships

By MCS Staff

Published May 15, 2022 at 9:09AM

Clarksburg Boys Volleyball recently won back-to-back county championships. The team lost its first match of the year at Churchill High School, 3-2. Since that match the team didn’t lose a single set (42-0) on the way to becoming repeat Champions.

The Coyotes became back-to-back champions after taking the third set against WJ earlier in the week (25-23). Coach Dickinson and the team ended the regular season going 10-1.

Springbrook High School Announces Miriam Tesfamikael As New Varsity Boys Basketball Coach

By MCS Staff

Published May 15, 2022 at 7:58AM | Updated May 15, 2022 at 8:43AM

Hello Blue Devil Nation! I’m so thankful for the opportunity to take on my new role as the Varsity Boys Basketball Coach at Springbrook High School. I have spent the last 11 years coaching basketball. I originally got my start as a coach at St.Thomas the Apostle in Chicago, IL before transitioning to the JV boys basketball coach at the University of Chicago Woodlawn Charter High School. After 5 years of coaching, I took over the varsity program at UCW and set the record (still standing!) for regular season and playoff wins. In 2017, my husband and I relocated to the DMV and I began working with the varsity program at Springbrook High School. In 2018 I accepted the role of the JV boys basketball coach here at Springbrook while also coaching the boys team at Argyle Middle School, where I previously taught. I’ve been teaching Biology at Springbrook since 2019 and most recently, coaching our JV team which finished the 2021-22 season with an undefeated record!

A little about my personal background. I was born and raised in Columbia, Missouri and played collegiately at the University of Chicago. I began graduate school early and received my bachelors degree in Public Policy with a specialization in Education Reform and masters degree in teaching, both from the University of Chicago.

Long Branch Community Recreation Center to Reopen with a Fresh Look and Dynamic Programming on Monday, May 16

By MCS Staff

Published May 14, 2022 at 8:33AM

Per Montgomery County:

The Long Branch Community Recreation and Senior Center, located at 8700 Piney Branch Road in Silver Spring, will reopen on Monday, May 16. During the COVID-19 emergency the Long Branch Community Recreation Center and Senior Center served as a shelter for community members who needed safe lodging and basic services. The opening of the new Nebel Street Shelter in March made it possible to begin reopening plans for the recreation and senior center. The center has new paint throughout, restored gym floors, and fresh landscaping.

(Located) Detectives From Special Victims Investigations Unit Are Asking for Public’s Assistance in Locating Missing 13-Year-Old

By MCS Staff

Published May 14, 2022 at 5:43AM | Updated May 16, 2022 at 9:50AM

Update: May 14, 2022 – Christopher Calderon-Esquivel has been located safe and unharmed.

Detectives from the Montgomery County Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 13-year-old male from Silver Spring. Christopher Calderon-Esquivel was last seen Friday, May 13, 2022 at approximately 9 a.m., leaving the 700 block of Forest Glen Road.

County Executive Marc Elrich Discusses Current COVID-19 Case Surge, MCPD’s 100th Anniversary, and More in This Week’s Message

By Patrick Herron

Published May 12, 2022 at 10:12PM | Updated May 13, 2022 at 2:35AM

Per MCPD:

Dear Friends,

Montgomery County Helping Low Income Households With Past Due Water Bills

By Patrick Herron

Published May 12, 2022 at 3:09PM

LIHWAP is a one-time benefit grant of $100 – $2,000 that can be paid toward residential water and/or wastewater accounts that have accumulated arrearages. Arrearages must be a minimum of at least $100 and 30 days old to apply. LIHWAP will assist in the payment of arrearages for immediate restoration of residential water and/or wastewater services and/or to prevent the disconnection of service by placing the account back in good standing.

“No one should have to worry about not being able to pay for something as essential as water,” said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. “Through these funds, we can relieve some of the pressure that working families are facing and provide greater peace of mind that basic needs are being met. I encourage any Montgomery County family that qualifies to apply today and get the relief you deserve.”

“Vintage Auto Travel in the Maryland State Archives Special Collections, 1910-1965” Will Be Featured Topic in Maryland History Virtual Presentation on Tuesday, May 17

By Patrick Herron

Published May 12, 2022 at 10:00AM

The presentation spans a cross-section of automobile history across the State, from the earliest cars and paving of The National Road to post-war leisure travel and the opening of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge