Deck Collapses in Rockville Friday
The rear deck on a single family home off of Viers Mill Rd in Rockville collapsed today around 3:30PM, trapping three individuals, two of which have been transferred to a nearby medical facility with non-life threatening injuries.
Panera Giving Free Bagels to Vaccinated Customers This Weekend
From July 2-4, Panera Bread will be giving anyone who has received the COVID-19 vaccine a free bagel. One per costumer and you have to visit the store to receive the bagel, no online ordering apps/delivery.
7/8 Update: Tiger Sugar expects to open in mid-August, per owner Steve Kwon
Tiger Sugar, a boba/bubble tea spot known for is brown sugar bubble tea with unique “tiger stripe” design, is coming to Rockville.
Rockville and Shady Grove Metro Stations to Close From September 11-December 4 For Repairs
The Rockville and Shady Grove Metro stations are scheduled to be closed from Sept. 11-Dec. 4 for reconstruction and repairs according to the City of Rockville.
Suspect Charged in June 23 Bethesda Homicide
Per MCPD:
Myles Frost graduated from Wootton High School in Rockville in 2017. Four years later, in December of 2021, he will take over the role of Michael Jackson on Broadway’s MJ. He will take over for Tony Award nominated Ephraim Sykes, who released this statement:
“It’s with a heavy heart that I depart MJ. This year has brought a lot of change and opportunity, and although it’s bittersweet to say goodbye to an iconic role and production, I look forward to what is to come. Thank you to the MJ team and congratulations to Myles. I can’t wait to see you shine as the King of Pop and for us all to celebrate the return of Broadway.”
12:30pm Update:
Rockville Pike – one lane gets by water main repairs- Left SB lane is open b/w Edson Lane & Strathmore Rd.
Ledo Pizza in Rockville Reopens
Ledo Pizza at 1319H Rockville Pike has reopened under new ownership today after being closed for several months.
11/9/21 Update: We were told by representatives from HalfSmoke that they are now projecting to open at the beginning of December.
HalfSmoke was the first restaurant of its kind to serve gourmet sausages via an assembly line format. Their sausages and toppings can be fully customized to create over 50,000 variations. Their menu also features craft beer, mac and cheese balls, tater tots, milkshakes, funnel cakes, wine, cocktails, and more.
Slice of Rockville Closing This Friday, Update on What Will Replace it
We reported last week that Slice of Rockville, a popular pizza spot at Woodley Gardens in Rockville (1111 Nelson St.), will be closing its doors on June 25.
Shady Grove Medical Center in Rockville Reaches Zero COVID-19 Patients
Per Adventist HealthCare: