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MCFRS Respond to Dumpster Fire

Published May 15, 2023 at 9:04PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at 915 Silver Spring Ave in Silver Spring around 7:30pm on Monday, May 15. According to Assistant Chief with MCFRS David Pazos, the fire originated in a dumpster that was located in the garage of a residential high rise. Firefighters extinguished the dumpster fire and there were no reported injuries or displacement.

Update 915 Silver Spring Ave ~MCFRS extinguished a dumpster fire with no extension and some smoke migration into the building. No reported injuries or displacement. The smoke has been removed from the building and released back to property mgt. @mcfrsPIO @DavidPazos15 https://t.co/uVmAjkNfhp pic.twitter.com/HiS5Up8wy9

Update: Detectives Investigate Sunday Night Homicide: Victim’s Identity Released

By Patrick Herron

Published May 15, 2023 at 4:14PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division are investigating a homicide that occurred on Sunday, May 14, 2023, in the 1300 block of Fenwick Lane in Silver Spring. At approximately 10:36 p.m., 3rd District officers responded to the location for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male victim in the parking lot with an apparent gunshot wound. Officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue provided life saving measures to the victim who was ultimately pronounced dead at the scene. The decedent has been identified as 20-year-old Jedidiah Kehiku Ogboi-Gibson of Laurel.

The body of the victim was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore, where an autopsy will be conducted to officially determine the cause and manner of death. Several unoccupied cars were hit by bullets during the shooting. There is currently no suspect in custody. This is an active and ongoing investigation.

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published May 15, 2023 at 1:39PM | Updated May 19, 2023 at 9:53AM

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Allen Menendez is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line) or the Special Victims Investigations Division at (240) 773-5400. Callers may remain anonymous.

Free Bike Repair Pop-Up Coming to Crossroads Farmers Market May 24

By MCS Staff

Published May 15, 2023 at 9:39AM

On Wednesday, May 24th, in celebration of National Bike Month, the Planning Division will be tabling at the Crossroads Farmers Market from 12:00-2:00 pm. In addition to free bike safety swag, Upshift Workshop will be providing free basic bike repairs on-site, on a first come-first serve basis, rain or shine. “We want to make sure our local bike riders are road ready now that the good weather is back!”

About Crossroads Farmers Market: Crossroads Farmers Market in Takoma Park, Maryland, is a lively community gathering space for people of all backgrounds and incomes, where families, foodies, neighbors, gardeners, live-music fans, and coffee lovers meet every Wednesday afternoon to eat lunch and stock up on fresh ingredients for the week ahead. This producers-only farmers market features a range of vendors selling fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, honey, coffee, flowers and plants, Central American herbs like chipilín, and tasty prepared foods, as well as food demos and tastings, kids’ activities, live music, free health screenings, and other seasonal events. On average, produce travels just 60 miles from area farms to our market, and our vendors collectively cultivate 368 agricultural acres of fresh food.

Police Respond to Report of Shooting Sunday Night; One Person Dead

By Patrick Herron

Published May 15, 2023 at 7:38AM

According to MCPD, “upon arrival, officers located a deceased person. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore will conduct an autopsy to officially determine the cause and manner of the death. This is an active and ongoing investigation. The name of the victim will be released following proper notification of next of kin.”

We will post an update when additional information is available.

Police Investigate Sunday Evening Gas Station Shooting

By MCS Staff

Published May 14, 2023 at 9:40PM

Per Takoma Park Police; At approximately 5:52 pm, a shooting occurred in the 900 block of East West Highway (Crown gas station). Upon police arrival, one male adult was suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital; condition unknown at this time. This investigation is active and fluid. Officers are canvassing the area. More info will follow when the PIO is updated.

If you witnessed this shooting, or you have any information about this case, please contact the Takoma Park Police at 301-270-1100. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.

‘Growing Up Healthy’ Child Safety and Resource Fair to be Hosted by Four DHHS Programs on Saturday, May 20, in Wheaton

By Patrick Herron

Published May 12, 2023 at 8:58AM

Per Montgomery County: Four Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) programs are joining efforts to host the first-ever “Growing Up Healthy Child Safety and Resource Fair” from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday, May 20, at the Wheaton Regional Park. This free event was created to connect families to community resources and services that will help their children grow up healthy. DHHS programs that will be at the fair are the African American Health Program (AAHP), the Babies Born Healthy Program (BBH), the Early Childhood Child Care Support Services and the Improved Pregnancy Outcomes Program. Wheaton Regional Park is located at 2000 Shorefield Rd. in Wheaton. Free parking is available. To attend the event, register online.

“With summer just around the corner, it is important for parents and guardians to have knowledge and resources to keep their kid’s health and safe during summer break and beyond,” said County Executive Marc Elrich. “The Growing Up Healthy Resource Fair will offer information about a range of health and safety topics. I encourage all residents who are caring for children to attend this event. We want this summer to be fun, joyous, and free from danger for everyone.”

Blair Alumnus Chick Hernandez Named to The Commanders Pre-Season Broadcast Team

By MCS Staff

Published May 11, 2023 at 6:56PM

The Washington Commanders have announced that Chick Hernandez, who grew up in Montgomery County and graduated from Montgomery Blair High School in 1981, will be joining former Washington players Brian Mitchell and Logan Paulsen as part of the new Preseason 2023 TV Crew.

Hernandez was born at Providence Hospital, but grew up in Silver Spring and graduated from Montgomery Blair High in 1981. While at Blair, Hernandez was a three-sport athlete, excelling in football. He even went on to play for one year at Montgomery College- Rockville. Following his time at MC, he enrolled at the University of Maryland. While Hernandez was still in school, fellow MoCo native Larry Michael (Northwood alumnus) offered him a job as a weekend producer with Mutual Radio in 1987. Hernandez went on to become the sports director at Georgia’s WRDW TV before coming back home to join FOX 5 as a sports anchor for seven years. He later worked for Comcast SportsNet/NBC Sports Washington for 17 years.

Astro Lab Brewing to Close; New Brewery to Open

By Patrick Herron

Published May 11, 2023 at 3:37PM

Astro Lab Brewing at 8216 Georgia Ave in Silver Spring has announced it will close at the end of this month. The brewery made the announcement on its social media pages Thursday afternoon. A new brewery, Third Hill Brewing Co., will be launching in the former Astro Lab space. Astro Lab Brewing opened in 2018 and brewed a variety of different beers, such as the Cherry Blossom Donut Sour and the Rock Creek Lager. Full statement below:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CsHG5BGu6XC/

MoCo Resident Wins $200,000

By Patrick Herron

Published May 11, 2023 at 11:56AM

Those numbers looked and sounded even better when he learned via his Lottery app that they’d been drawn in the May 6 midday drawing. He knew that he’d purchased four tickets for the drawing, which meant four $50,000 top prizes. “I immediately dropped to my knees to thank God for the blessing,” he said.

The automobile repair specialist said he has no immediate plans for his combined $200,000 prize. The management of Hyattsville Convenience Store also benefits from selling four $50,000 winning Pick 5 tickets. The store at 2230 University Boulevard East will receive a combined $2,000 bonus from the Lottery for its lucky sale.”

Dog Haus Makes List of Best Burgers in the U.S.

By Patrick Herron

Published May 11, 2023 at 9:38AM

The Holy Aioli burger from Dog Haus Biergarten was recently listed as one of the Best Burgers in the U.S. by popular food and drink website Tasting Table. Dog Haus has Montgomery County locations at 7904 Woodmont Ave in Bethesda, 644 Center Point Way in Gaithersburg, and 933 Ellsworth Dr. in Silver Spring.

Dog Haus Biergarten recently began offering 24/7 delivery service out of all three of its MoCo locations, making it one of the only non-fast food restaurants offering 24-7 delivery service in the area. Dog Haus’ virtual brands, including Bad Ass Breakfast Burritos, Plant B (All plant base food) Impossible Shop, Bad Mutha Cluka and Jail Bird (all chicken options), are also available 24-7.