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New Dunkin’/Baskin Robbins Location Opens Monday Morning on Shady Grove Rd and 355

Published July 24, 2022 at 2:58PM

Back in January we let you know that the Dunkin Donuts that’s currently located in the recently renovated Rock Grove Center on the corner of 355 and Shady Grove will be relocating. Employees have let us know that the move will officially take place at 4:30am on Monday, July 25. At that time the old location will close and the new location on the back side of the shopping center (the old United Bank location at 16268 Frederick Rd) will open.

The bank had a drive-thru, which will be used by Dunkin’. Baskin Robbins has also been added to this location, so customers can get their frozen treats on the go. The shopping center is currently home to Minerva, the newly opened Qdoba, and more, with a few retail locations still available to lease.

Five Montgomery County Restaurants Win Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards in 2022

By MCS Staff

Published July 24, 2022 at 9:26AM | Updated July 24, 2022 at 1:34PM

Nearly 3,200 restaurants around the world, including five right here in Montgomery County (listed below), have earned honors for their ambitious wine programs, bolstering their lists and cellars now that dining out has resumed. “After two challenging years, during which many customers took a long hiatus from dining out, restaurants are developing innovative ways to attract diners back, no matter their preferences. From wine flights to creative, quality “mocktails” and more, restaurants around the world are pulling out all the stops with their beverage programs to enhance the full dining experience, giving all wine lovers a reason to be excited about going out again.”

This year’s winning restaurants, each offering outstanding wine programs, hail from all 50 states and more than 70 countries and territories. The five from Montgomery County are:

British Swim School is Opening a Rockville Location

By MCS Staff

Published July 24, 2022 at 8:42AM

British Swim School has signed a lease to move into a 6,500SF spot in Rockville’s College Plaza Shopping Center, located next to Montgomery College’s Rockville campus. Edge, a full-service commercial real estate firm with offices in Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland and Pennsylvania, represented British Swim School. Kristin Rebeck, Vice President, Advisory Services for Edge represented Bonnie Alcid, who now owns and manages seven British Swim School franchise locations, the highest number in the North America chain. Rebeck also represented Alcid in the execution of a lease at Cloppers Mill Village Center in Germantown last year.

Located at 15100 Frederick Road, College Plaza Shopping Center is a 110,000 square foot retail center positioned at the intersection of MD Route 355 (Rockville Pike) and College Parkway. Anchored by New York Mart, The Tile Shop and Advance Auto Parts, nearly 320,000 people and 120,000 households reside within a five-mile radius of the center, with an average household income approaching $150,000.

Mithran Karthic of College Gardens Elementary School Was ‘Rockville Mayor For a Day’

By MCS Staff

Published July 24, 2022 at 7:25AM | Updated July 30, 2022 at 8:45AM

PGA TOUR Superstore to Hold Grand Opening Celebration in Rockville This Month

By MCS Staff

Published July 22, 2022 at 5:18PM

Last November we let you know that PGA TOUR Superstore will be taking over most of the location that was formerly home to Shoppers at 5100 Nicholson Lane in White Flint Plaza. The store announced on its website that it will hold a Grand Opening on Saturday, July 30th, that will include “unbelievable savings and prizes throughout the weekend, including $30,000 IN GOLF AND TENNIS GIVEAWAYS!”

PGA TOUR Superstore is one of the biggest retailers in the golf industry, with more than 40 locations in 16 states. They opened a location in nearby Fairfax last year. All stores are staffed with certified teaching professionals, state-of-the-art swing simulators and hitting bays, an expansive putting green, and an in-house club making and repair facility. Each location also offers an extensive assortment of men’s, women’s and junior’s golf clubs, footwear, accessories, golf balls and multiple lines of apparel for men, women and juniors.

(Located) Detectives Ask for Assistance in Locating Missing 14-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published July 22, 2022 at 11:20AM | Updated July 23, 2022 at 8:55AM

Jackson Hoppe was last seen at approximately 4:40 a.m., on Friday, July 22, 2022, walking in the 100 block of Watkins Pond Boulevard in Rockville.

Hoppe is approximately 5-feet, 3-inches tall and weighs 90 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a gray hoodie and either black sweatpants or black shorts.

MCFRS Rescue Several People From Trench in Rockville

By Patrick Herron

Published July 21, 2022 at 3:35PM

Several people were rescued from a trench on Thursday afternoon on the 9600 block of Veirs Dr, near Oakwood Drive in Rockville. According to Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue, “Several people were in trench, they’ve been removed except for 1 person who was partially buried up to the waist, small trench trench is 6 feet deep, 3 feet wide and about 10 feet long.” Update: The last remaining person in the trench has been removed.

The incident began shortly before 2pm. Medivac was called to the scene to transport the individual who was stuck in the trench for an extended period. The person was described as an adult male “worker”. Footage or the incident below:

Rockville Town Square’s Èkó House Announces Grand Opening Weekend

By MCS Staff

Published July 21, 2022 at 8:04AM

Èkó House, a modern Pan-African restaurant located in Rockville Town Square announces its grand opening weekend on July 29 and 30, 2022. Èkó House, which celebrates Nigerian culture with fusion cuisine, art, and entertainment, has been open since February, but will have its ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration next weekend. “With exquisite cuisine, carefully curated interior, and exciting ambiance, each moment transports you to the vibrant city of Lagos. “

Attending Friday’s ribbon cutting ceremony at 5 p.m. will be: Will Jawando, Montgomery County Council Member; Marji Graf, President & CEO, Rockville Chamber of Commerce; Ricky Barker, Director, Community Planning and Development Services; and Cindy Rivarde, Director, Rockville Economic Development Inc., among others. On Saturday, July 30, SIMI, the Afrobeats singer/songwriter, Isaac Gerald and the Ayo Band will perform from 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Tickets start at $75 and can be purchased in advance here. “As one of the few Nigerian restaurants in the DMV, we are excited to share the richness of Nigeria’s culture and cuisine with the Rockville community,” said Yomi Ajao, co-founder, Èkó House. “We want the community and the greater region to experience Èkó (Lagos), here in Rockville, Maryland. Rockville Town Square offers an array of culinary offerings, and we are thrilled that Èkó House is now an option.”

Miller’s Ale House to Close in September After a Decade in Rockville

By MCS Staff

Published July 20, 2022 at 3:13PM | Updated July 25, 2022 at 8:52PM

Updated to reflect an updated closing date of September 25th

A manager at the restaurant was able to confirm that Miller’s Ale House will be closing permanently in August (the date has since been updated to September 25th) after approximately 10 years at 1471 Rockville Pike in Rockville. The location was previously home to Hooters before it moved across the Pike (and later closed) and Shakey’s before that. Miller’s Ale House is a Florida-based American restaurant and sports bar chain that was founded in 1988. The restaurant serves steaks, chicken, burgers, salads, seafood, and more. Though most of their locations are in Florida (over 50), there are over 30 other locations open across the east coast. Miller’s Ale House has nearby locations in Hyattsville and Sterling, VA locations.

Rockville City Police Makes Attempted Murder Arrest in Town Center Shooting

By MCS Staff

Published July 20, 2022 at 2:27PM

Rockville City Police Detectives have arrested and charged a man with attempted first-degree murder. On July 15, 2022 at 1:45 a.m. officers responded to the 100 block of Gibbs Street for the report of a fight in progress, which was then updated to a shooting. Responding officers located an adult male victim shot three times, he was transported to an area hospital where he continues to recover from his non-life-threatening injuries.

The investigation has revealed that a verbal dispute took place between the suspect and the victim, who are known acquaintances of each other. The verbal dispute escalated into a physical fight, the suspect took out a handgun and fired it several times striking the victim. The suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival.

Berry Cup in Rockville Has Closed

By Patrick Herron

Published July 18, 2022 at 9:20AM | Updated July 18, 2022 at 10:23AM

Berry Cup, a locally owned fro-yo shop at 36-B Maryland Ave in Rockville that served probiotic yogurt, Taiwanese shaved ice (also called snow cream), Hawaiian shaved ice, and boba tea has closed. According to its bio on the Rockville Town website, “At Berrycup, each customer becomes a Yogurt Artist. By bringing together the finest premium yogurt, freshest fruits and the highest quality toppings, customers are able to create their own delightful treat, unique to their own taste. With a variety of healthy probiotic frozen yogurt, fresh fruits, and favorite cookie, cereal, and candy toppings, customers can mix and match their favorite yogurt flavors and toppings to their own liking.”