Update: We spoke with Gaithersburg City Councilmember Robert Wu who informed us that officers were not shot at during yesterday’s altercation. In our original post on Tuesday, August 18th, we included Fox 5’s report that officers were shot at.
Police Investigate Shooting in the 500 block of S. Frederick Ave.
Governor Hogan Announces Maryland is Ready and Willing to Issue Special Immigrant Visas to Receive More Afghan Interpreters
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced ‘Operation Allies Refuge’ today to provide special visas for Afghan nationals who have contributed to U.S. efforts.
Saints Row to Release Cider Barrel Inspired Beer This Friday
Beginning this Friday, Saints Row Brewing’s latest offering Sidraxata, a Cider Barrel inspired brew, will be available exclusively at their brewery in Rockville.
Gazebo Fire Overnight in Ashton
A gazebo caught fire overnight on Grand Cypress Ct in Ashton. Damage is estimated to be around $10,000.
Rockville Metro Pedestrian Bridge to Reopen Monday
Per the City of Rockville
The state of emergency in Maryland, which was first instituted on March 5, 2020 is set to expire tonight at midnight.
Update : Suspect Arrested for Wheaton Area Homicide
For Immediate Release: Friday, August 13, 2021
Ceremony of Remembrance and Candlelight Vigil to be Held to Commemorate International Overdose Awareness Day Aug. 26 in Rockville
Per Montgomery County:
Montgomery County ABS’s Cabin John Liquor and Wine Store to Close Sunday
Per Montgomery County:
Montgomery County Awarded SAMHSA Grant to Expand Mobile Crisis Outreach; Will Support Rapid Intervention Services to Individuals Facing Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders
Per Montgomery County:
The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair Opens Today
After COVID caused last year’s fair to be cancelled for the first time in it’s 70 plus year history, the Montgomery County Fair returns today, August 13th at 3PM and will run through Saturday, August 21st.