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WSSC Water Issues Recreational Water Contact Health Advisory for Triadelphia Reservoir

By MCS Staff

WSSC has issued a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Advisory for the Triadelphia Reservoir, warning to avoid direct contact with water. Drinking water is not affected. The Triadelphia Reservoir is located along the Patuxent River, near the Olney/Brookeville area, between Montgomery and Howard Counties. Their full message can be seen below:

“WSSC Water has detected high concentrations of blue-green algae in the Triadelphia Reservoir, which can cause serious adverse health effects if contacted. The reservoir, located along the Patuxent River in Montgomery and Howard counties, serves as a drinking water source for WSSC Water and as a recreational area for hiking, fishing and boating.

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Sandy Spring Slave Museum Receives $25,000 Scholarship in the Name of MoCo Native and Former NFL Player Richie Anderson

By MCS Staff

A few months back the Sandy Spring Slave Museum & African Art Gallery (SSSM), announced that it was the recipient of a $25,000 scholarship in the name of Richard “Richie” Anderson. The scholarship is provided by TruistBank/Wealth Management and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and will be used to provide access to the SSSM for youth programming. Richie Anderson grew up in the Sandy Spring community and attended Sherwood High School where he excelled as a student-athlete in Football, Basketball, and Track & Field.

In football, he received All-State, Prep All-American, Washington Post Offensive Player of the Year, and USA Today Maryland Player of the Year Honors. He finished his high school career gaining over 3,500 yards. In basketball led the county in scoring, averaging 22 points per game as a junior and averaged 23 points per game as a senior. In track, Anderson competed in the 100 meters, 200 meters and high jump, where he received All-county honors as a senior.

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Three Vehicle Collision Closes Lanes of New Hampshire Ave

By MCS Staff

A collision involving three vehicles occurred at approximately 8:45 this morning at SB New Hampshire Avenue and Route 108 in Ashton, according to MCFRS Public Information Officer Pete Piringer.

The collision has resulted in the closure of “some lanes”, but it is not clear how many at this moment. Three vehicles were involved and two patients were sent transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

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Washington Commanders Hire Sherwood Graduate Katie Feeney As Social Media Correspondent

By Patrick Herron

The Washington Commanders announced today that Katie Feeney will be the team’s first-ever social media correspondent.  Feeney graduated from Sherwood High School in 2021 and is a well-known social media personality. She currently has over 6.8 million followers on her TikTok.

Per the Washington Commanders:

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Olney Theatre Announces Community Partner Program With Sandy Spring Slave Museum

By Patrick Herron

Per the Olney Theatre: 

Olney, MD — April 4, 2022 —  Olney Theatre Center announced a series of events as part of its new “Community Partners” program, planned in conjunction with its first partner, The Sandy Spring Slave Museum & African Art Gallery. The Community Partners program is an annual program whereby two qualified nonprofit organizations get elevated to the position of our Community Partners. The mission and work of these organizations will be amplified in multiple ways by Olney Theatre, not limited to: in-kind donations, on-site conversations, tickets, and marketing opportunities. The organizations are selected based upon a set of criteria, including the value added to the identified community and work in areas relating to themes being presented in each programming season. The Sandy Spring Slave Museum & African Art Gallery is the first such partner and was chosen after consultation with the theatre staff by the Community Engagement Committee.

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Sandy Spring Strawberry Festival Returns This Weekend for 40th Anniversary

By Patrick Herron

After a two-year hiatus, the annual festival is back and gearing up to be better than ever! Ever since the first festival in 1982, the event has served as a place of community gathering for generations, where attendees can spend their day enjoying live performances from multiple stages, pony rides, games and as much strawberry shortcake as their heart desires. The local family-favorite boasts something for everyone and welcomes individuals of all ages to partake in the festivities, from local craftspeople showcasing their unique creations to gardening booths and of course, delicious strawberries enjoyed in a variety of ways.

“We’re so excited to welcome everyone back. This event is part festival, part community reunion. It’s amazing that an event this large still feels like an old-fashioned, small-town party.” – Allison Weiss, Sandy Spring Museum, Executive Director

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Steve Atwater, Former Brookeville Resident and Sherwood Coach, Inducted into NFL Hall of Fame

By MCS Staff

Steve Atwater was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame last night, having to wait a year due to Covid postponing last year‘s ceremony. The hard-hitting safety was one of the most feared players in the NFL during his time as a player.

Atwater won two Super Bowls in 10 seasons with the Broncos before finishing his career with the Jets in 1999. After his pro career came to an end, he lived in Georgia where he coached his two oldest sons youth football teams and started a real estate company.

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