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Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Public Libraries’ (MCPL) Summer Reading Challenge! will begin on Saturday, June 17, at the Rockville Memorial Library with a theme of All Together Now. The slogan represents kindness, friendship and unity.  Children and teens are invited to sign up for the Challenge online or at any MCPL branch. Pre-registration is now open.

The Summer Reading Challenge! runs through Aug. 31. It is sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County, Inc., and the Washington Nationals baseball team.

Per MCPD: Officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District Community Action Team have arrested 26-year-old Julio Melendez, of Damascus, on four counts of first-degree assault and four counts of reckless endangerment.  On Friday, May 12, 2023, officers responded to the area of the 7-eleven store in the 12100 block of Snowden Farm Pkwy., for the report of a shooting that just occurred.    

The investigation revealed that when Melendez was exiting the store and returning to his vehicle, he began exchanging words with a group of teenagers in front of the store. Once Melendez was inside his vehicle, he produced a pump-action shotgun and pointed it at the teens while making threats. The juveniles dispersed, and Melendez was last seen leaving the area in a black Ford Explorer.

“The Late Night Safety Bill ensures that our restaurants and night life are safe and enjoyable for patrons and neighbors,” said Council President Glass. “This legislation keeps our businesses in direct communication with county government so that we have a comprehensive strategy that promotes safety and strengthens our night time economy.”

“This legislation truly represents a collaborative effort on the executive and legislative side, incorporating public input in addressing public safety challenges related to our businesses open late at night,” said PS Chair Katz. “The safety plans along with the grant funding for facility enhancements ensure our late night businesses have the resources needed to allow for a safe and fun environment for their patrons.”

Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Council will meet on Tuesday, May 16 at 9 a.m. and the meeting will begin with two proclamation presentations. The first proclamation, presented by Councilmembers Dawn Luedtke and Natali Fani-González, commemorates American Craft Beer Week. The second proclamation presentation, led by Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe, recognizes May 2023 as Discover MoCo Month.

Vote expected: At 2 p.m., the Council is expected to nominate and vote to appoint a new Montgomery County Planning Board member. Roberto Piñero has been serving as a temporary acting Planning Board member.

The Montgomery County Police Department will hold a Public Safety Day event on Sunday, May 21, 2023, from 11am-6pm at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds (501 Perry Parkway) in Gaithersburg. According to MCPD, “this is a free event offered to the community to engage with their local law-enforcement officers. There will be plenty of police and fire displays, rides, face paint, community stage performances, food, trucks, and so much more.”

🗓️Mark your calendar for Public Safety Day! 🗓️

Per the State of Maryland: Governor Wes Moore and Lt. Governor Aruna Miller release the following statements on the General Assembly’s decision to pass legislation to enshrine reproductive rights in Maryland’s constitution:

Governor Wes Moore: 

The Renegade Monster Truck Show is coming to the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg on April 15th. The Renegade Monster Truck Tour features “90 minutes of pure adrenaline fueled excitement for all ages.” The event allows for people to come early and meet the competitors, and “get up close and personal with the Monster Trucks and even take a ride on a real Monster Truck all this and more at the pre show Fun Zone Track Party.” Additional information below, courtesy of Renegade Monster Trucks:

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Per Montgomery County:  The Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery Women have named 32 women who were selected for the 2023 “Women Making History Awards.” They will be recognized at the Women Making History Celebration and panel discussion at 6:30 p.m. on March 16 at the Silver Spring Civic Building. The awards are given in recognition of outstanding women in Montgomery County who are making significant contributions to their vocations and to the community. Recipients and their accomplishments will be featured each day in March on the social media platforms of the Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery Women.

This year’s recipients are:

We will post an update when additional information is available.

Montgomery County Police are on scene of a death investigation in the 19000 block of Mills Choice Rd.
The area has been secured and contained to the one location. There is no threat to the public.
More information will be released when it is available. #MCPD #MCPNews