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MoCo Resident Claims World Record $4.5 Million Prize at 2022 White Marlin Open

Published August 13, 2022 at 1:43PM | Updated August 17, 2022 at 12:27PM

Updated to reflect earnings now exceeding $4.5 million and $1.2 million for MoCo residents

The White Marlin Open is a 48-year-old deep-sea fishing tournament held annually in Ocean City, Maryland. The tournament awards prize money for catches of white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, wahoo, dolphin and swordfish. This year, a Bethesda resident, Jeremy Duffie, caught a white marlin and claimed the billfish tournament’s top prize., which is a world record payout. Duffie, fishing off Ocean City boat Billfisher, reeled in a 77.5-pound white marlin and claimed $4.536 million prize (photos below by @ryanwlackey). Sandy Spring’s Bill Britt received a $1.208 Million payout for reeling in a 511 pound blue marlin.

Sandy Spring Bank Donates $250K to Olney’s MedStar Health to Expand Cancer Care Services

By MCS Staff

Published July 28, 2022 at 3:54PM

MedStar Health In Olney announced a $250,000 philanthropic gift from long-time community partner Sandy Spring Bank to expand cancer care services at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center. The gift will be used toward the development of the Oncology Pavilion at MedStar Montgomery to house oncology services such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation, and other treatment and support services.

Sandy Spring Bank’s support of MedStar Montgomery dates back to the founding of the then Montgomery General Hospital in the early 1900s and has continued for more than 100 years through various community, philanthropic, and volunteer support initiatives.

WSSC Water Issues Recreational Water Contact Health Advisory for Triadelphia Reservoir

By MCS Staff

Published July 20, 2022 at 6:06AM

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.

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

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2022 at 6:00AM

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.

Three Vehicle Collision Closes Lanes of New Hampshire Ave

By MCS Staff

Published May 18, 2022 at 9:20AM

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.

Beer & Berries Festival This Saturday in Sandy Spring

By MCS Staff

Published April 21, 2022 at 9:39AM

A couple months prior to the return of the 40th annual Strawberry Festival, the Sandy Spring Musem us putting together a Beer & Berries festival this Saturday.

Per Sandy Spring Museum:

Washington Commanders Hire Sherwood Graduate Katie Feeney As Social Media Correspondent

By Patrick Herron

Published April 13, 2022 at 11:24AM | Updated April 13, 2022 at 12:09PM

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:

Olney Theatre Announces Community Partner Program With Sandy Spring Slave Museum

By Patrick Herron

Published April 4, 2022 at 9:54PM

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.

Sandy Spring Strawberry Festival Returns This Weekend for 40th Anniversary

By Patrick Herron

Published April 4, 2022 at 12:28PM | Updated June 11, 2022 at 7:43AM

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