Jayleen is approximately 5-feet tall and weighs 100 pounds. She has brown eyes and brown hair. She was last seen wearing a beige hooded sweatshirt, red sweatpants, and red/white sneakers. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Jayleen Chavez is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line). Callers may remain anonymous.
The Pike District Partnership was launched in 2022 to continue the mission of both former community advocacy organizations- the Friends of White Flint and the White Flint Development Advisory Committee- to support North Bethesda while also bringing together the business, entertainment, and residential components of a dynamic mixed-use urban submarket. Located just outside Washington, DC in Montgomery County, MD, the Pike District is the core of North Bethesda. With the successful Pike & Rose at the center and the recent roadway improvements, this area is quickly becoming a sustainable and walkable community with a mix of local and regional businesses and a variety of housing and transportation options with entertainment, recreation, shopping, and dining amenities.
The PDP received funding from the Montgomery County’s Emerging Business District grant program to use in executing on a vigorous marketing plan that includes business promotions, community events and placemaking and continue to focus on important issues that impact the community such as pedestrian safety and smart development, ensuring that the 2010 White Flint Sector plan stays true to its vision.
Flames & Crapes, a new halal food truck, recently opened at 801 Hungerford Drive in Rockville. Owner Ashraf Said is originally from Egypt and has been a MoCo resident for over 18 years. He is bringing years of experience in restaurant management. His fiancé Marelyn is originally from El Salvador and, also a MoCo resident. They tell us she “brings the flavors of Latin America to many of the foods offered.”
The menu features a variety of dishes, including classic American fare like a steak and cheese, chicken sandwich, mango habanero wings, and more. Latin-American fare is also featured, such as yuca frita, pupusas, and tamales. They also offer a variety of crepes– both sweet and savory.
Large crowd (hundreds as of 1:30pm) are protesting outside of the Board of Education meeting at the Carver Educational Services Center in Rockville (850 Hungerford Drive). The protest stems from MCPS’ no-opt-out policy when it comes to the use of LGBTQ+ inclusive books in schools. Video of the protests can be seen below.
In anticipation of the public interest for the school board’s meeting, MCPS implemented safety measures ahead of today’s meeting. Per MCPS:
Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Odalys Padilla, a missing 16-year-old.
Padilla was last seen on Monday, June 26, 2023, at approximately 2 p.m., in the 9900 block of Medical Center Drive in Rockville. Padilla is approximately 5-feet, 5-inches tall and weighs 120 pounds. She has brown eyes and brown hair. She was last seen wearing green hospital scrubs and socks. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.
Rockville City Police and The Rockville Volunteer Fire Department responded to the scene of an overturned vehicle at approximately 3:10am early Sunday morning. The crash occurred in the area of Debeck Drive and Lewis Avenue in Rockville.
According to our public safety reporter, Cordell Pugh, the Rockville Volunteer Fire Department transported one occupant to an area trauma center as a precaution. No official cause for the crash is available at this time. The vehicle was towed from the scene.
HESS construction is making progress at the upcoming Woodward High School at 11211 Old Georgetown Rd in Rockville, which will be used as a holding school/facility for current Northwood High School while their new high school building will be built between September 2024 and August 2026. The completed Woodward High School will officially be reopened in September 2026. MCPS Division of Capital Planning will start the process of a boundary study to determine who will go to Woodward High School 18 months prior to the opening of school (which is coming soon).
Currently, phase 1 of construction is progressing and will include all spaces necessary for Montgomery County high school students to graduate from the new Woodward High School. Phase 2 will take place between late 2023 and 2025 so that it can be completed prior to the official opening of Woodward High School. The school site sits on 27.31 acres (for reference, Bethesda-Chevy Chase HS is 16.36 acres, Walter Johnson HS is 30.86 acres). However, significant topographic change within the site limits the use of flat area for site amenities. The new Woodward HS building has been designed for a capacity of 2,700 students.
Vales was last seen at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 21, in the 6100 block of Montrose Road. Vales is approximately 5-feet, 8-inches tall and weighs approximately 180 lbs. He has salt and pepper hair with gray eyes and wears glasses. No clothing description is available. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Roger German Vales is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line) or the 2nd District Investigative Section at (240) -773-6710. Callers may remain anonymous.
Per the City of Rockville: The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning Plus (LGBTQ+) Pride Month is celebrated in the United States to commemorate the Stonewall Riots, which occurred at the end of June 1969. The commemorative month also recognizes the impact LGBTQ+ individuals have had on history—locally, nationally, and internationally.
The City of Rockville has issued proclamations declaring LGBTQ+ Pride Month since June 2017.
Rockville’s Independence Day Celebration is held annually at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park in King Farm. This location offers wonderful spectator viewing, and ample and convenient parking for the 4th of July festivities. Enjoy live music by Under the Covers and a 20-minute fireworks display. The event will take place on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 between 7pm – 10 pm Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park, located at 1800 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD 20850. The schedule and additional information can be seen below (video of last year’s event also available):
Parking: Free parking is available in lots along Shady Grove and Gaither Roads, as well as on Piccard Drive. These lots are conveniently located near the event site. There is no parking available in the King Farm neighborhood. Please use main roads such as Route 355, Gude Drive, and Shady Grove Road to access these parking lots. There will be ample signage directing people to public parking. View Parking Map/ Accessible parking is available in the parking lot on the corner of Shady Grove Road and Gaither Road. Please display your Accessible Parking Pass when entering the event site.