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Progress on Relocation of Dunkin’ Donuts at Shady Grove Rd and 355

Published June 7, 2022 at 5:47AM

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, according to Chris Wilkinson of JBG Smith. It will be moving to the back side of the shopping center, taking over the old United Bank location at 16268 Frederick Rd. We stopped by on Monday, and construction has moved along quickly (photos below).

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.

Rockville Swim Center Evacuated Monday Morning After Chemical Reaction; Has Since Reopened

By MCS Staff

Published June 6, 2022 at 3:25PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a call at the Rockville Swim Center (355 Martins Ln) due to a reaction caused by the mixing of chemicals. A HazMat crew and various support units were on the scene assisting as the building was evacuated and the swim center was temporary closed. There were no injuries reported.

The City of Rockville has since posted a thank you to MCFRS and announced that the Rockville Swim Center has reopened. “MCFRS for the quick response. Rockville Swim and Fitness Center has fully reopened after the temporary closure of the indoor facility and a brief move outdoors for indoor programming. The center is once again operating on a normal schedule this morning.”

Chairs Stolen From Rockville Church After They Were Placed Outside in Memory of Students and Teachers Killed at Uvalde Elementary School

By Patrick Herron

Published June 5, 2022 at 7:01PM | Updated June 5, 2022 at 7:23PM

In response, the church wrote, “Someone stole the chairs, we remember anyway, faithworkshere” and “Chair thief, if you need more let us know, we can share” on its outdoor sign.

Feature photo courtesy of All Set on Facebook.

D.C. Police Cadet Charged With Armed Robbery in MoCo, Terminated From MPD

By MCS Staff

Published June 4, 2022 at 9:59AM

Two 19-year-olds, Christian Santos and Christian Feliz-Mendez, were arrested and charged with Montgomery County, stemming from an incident that occurred at an apartment complex on the 5900 block of Montrose Rd. in Rockville, according to FOX 5. Santos, one of the two teenagers, has been identified as a cadet for the Metropolitan Police Department, but has since been terminated.

According to police, the two men arranged to meet with someone from Facebook who was selling a pair of Jordan 12 sneakers. The victim told investigators that shortly after arriving at the apartment complex, one of the two suspects pulled a gun and took the shoes. The victim reported that the suspect deactivated his Facebook account after the incident, but the account was later reactivated. It was then traced back to Christian Santos, who was also placed in the area by cell phone records.

Rockville to Host Virtual and In-Person Pride Events This Month

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2022 at 8:35PM

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trangender, 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 celebrates Pride Month in June. This year, the City of Rockville’s Human Rights Commission will celebrate the sixth annual Rockville Pride with a virtual event on Sunday, June 5, 2022 and a celebration in Rockville Town Square Park from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, June 26, 2022. Register for the Virtual Pride Event.

Free Electric Scooter Training June 4 & June 11

By Patrick Herron

Published June 2, 2022 at 11:09AM

Those interested in e-scooters can stop in at any time during the two-hour clinics. The schedule of clinics:

Electric scooters can help bridge the “first-mile/last-mile” gap of public transportation to provide the flexibility to easily get to and from a user’s ultimate destination. Currently, Bird, Lime and Spin participate in the County’s Dockless Vehicle Pilot Program.

(Located) Detectives Ask For Assistance in Locating Missing 15-Year-Old From Rockville

By Patrick Herron

Published June 2, 2022 at 10:40AM | Updated June 3, 2022 at 8:04AM

On Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at approximately 6:20 a.m., Jasaira Anahy Ochoa Barrera, age 15, left her residence in the 11500 block of Patapsco Dr. in Rockville.

Jasaira is 5-feet tall and weighs approximately 140 pounds. She has brown eyes and black hair.

Council Vice President Evan Glass and County Executive Marc Elrich Kick Off Pride Month with Pride Flag Raising on June 7

By Patrick Herron

Published June 2, 2022 at 9:52AM

What: Pride Month Flag Raising Ceremony.

When: Tuesday, June 7 at 11 a.m.

Rockville College Student Wins $25,000 Lottery Prize

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2022 at 5:28AM | Updated June 2, 2022 at 6:12AM

Per MD Lottery: The “gut feeling” that convinced a 23-year-old Rockville resident to visit a 7-Eleven last week led to the largest Lottery win of his life. His $25,000 prize didn’t come from the tickets he purchased, however, but from a free Pick 5 ticket that he never expected to come his way. “I play the Lottery every once in a while,” the university student explained to Lottery officials on Tuesday. “When I woke up that morning, I had no plan to (buy Lottery games), but later in the day something told me to buy some tickets.”

Whatever compelled him to buy tickets wasn’t specific about the game, so the Montgomery County man picked out three from a range of game types. “I got a scratch-off, a Powerball and Keno.” Along with his selection, the winner left 7-Eleven #23693 in Rockville with a free Pick 5 ticket awarded as part of a Try Pick 5 promotion. Through June 5, players who purchase any Lottery game other than scratch-offs could receive a randomly awarded free 50-cent straight Pick 5 ticket. “That extra ticket got me thinking that maybe it was my winner,” he said, “that it was supposed to happen.”

Collision Involving Overturned Vehicle on Rockville Pike

By Patrick Herron

Published June 1, 2022 at 4:00PM | Updated June 1, 2022 at 4:17PM

The incident occurred around 3:20pm on Wednesday afternoon. Rockville City Police and Montgomery County Fire & Rescue are currently on the scene. There are no reported injuries. Feature photo courtesy of Tara O’Connell.

6/1/22 – 3:20 pm – Traffic Collision in the 1100 block of Rockville Pike. Expect delays as some lanes are closed in both directions, no injuries reported. pic.twitter.com/mnaV6iPSr7

City of Rockville to Host Virtual Pride Event This Sunday, June 5 and In-Person Event on June 26

By Patrick Herron

Published June 1, 2022 at 10:30AM

The City of Rockville’s Human Rights Commission will celebrate the sixth annual Rockville Pride with a virtual event on Sunday, June 5, from 2-3:30pm. According to the event’s website, the virtual event will be interactive and will include LGBTQ+ resources and breakout room discussions of LGBTQ+ topics. There will be two breakout room sessions, with four topics to choose from. During each breakout session, participants can choose between these four rooms to join. There will be a prompt for each room and HRC members will moderate these open discussions.

Rockville celebrates Pride Month in June. This year, the City of Rockville’s Human Rights Commission will celebrate the sixth annual Rockville Pride with a virtual event on Sunday June 5, 2022 and a celebration in Rockville Town Square Park from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, June 26, 2022. Interested in performing or becoming a sponsor? Contact Ali Hoy at 240-314-8304 or [email protected]. Find more information about Pride, as details become available, at www.rockvillemd.gov/pride.