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Town of Kensington to Host Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration

Published May 21, 2022 at 8:15AM

The Town of Kensington’s Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration will be taking place June 18, 2022 from 12:00-4p.m., in St. Paul Park, with a rain date of June 19th. The street address of the park is 10564 St. Paul Street, Kensington, MD 20895. Below you will see a piece titled Inaugural Juneteenth Celebration Brings History to Life in St. Paul Park by Kenna Barrett Member of the Kensington Racial Justice Committee via the May journal of the Town of Kensington:

Like most Americans, Jamie Boston thought he knew what was in the Emancipation Proclamation. When he sat down with his young daughters to read it all the way through–in preparation for his family’s Juneteenth celebration last year–the retired combat veteran and U.S. Army JAG found an entirely different document than he expected.

Detectives Investigate Residential Burglary; Surveillance Video of Suspects Released

By Patrick Herron

Published May 19, 2022 at 3:24PM

The investigation by detectives determined that the two suspects entered the backyard of the residence by opening the unlocked wooden gate. The suspects then gained entry into the residence through the unlocked back door.

The Black male suspect is approximately 20 – 30-years-old, 5-feet, 7-inches tall and thin build. He was seen wearing a royal blue hoodie, royal blue sweatpants, with a white stripe down the side and white and blue sneakers.

Montgomery County Sierra Club Group Endorses David Blair for County Executive

By Patrick Herron

Published April 27, 2022 at 1:01PM

The Sierra Club Montgomery County Group announced Tuesday that they would be endorsing David Blair for Montgomery County Executive. The Sierra Club is an environmental protection and advocacy group, which has local chapters throughout all 50 states. According to their website, “the Montgomery County Maryland Group focuses on local issues, including improving public transit, maintaining clean water sources, supporting and monitoring the county’s Climate Protection Plan, and endorsing and supporting green candidates.” The Sierra Club said that Blair will be a strong and effective leader, and that he has an appealing environmental platform. In a press release, the Sierra Club said, “we understand that our endorsement of Mr. Blair will be met with surprise and even frustration by some. Montgomery County Sierra Club, though, believes that Mr. Blair is the best candidate overall to continue and expand real environmental progress in our County.”

Update: Kentlands Starbucks Partially Reopens

By Patrick Herron

Published April 19, 2022 at 10:26AM

Update: The indoor portion/lobby of Starbucks has reopened but the drive-thru remains closed at this time.

Monday, April 18: The Starbucks at 160 Kentlands Blvd in Gaithersburg is temporarily closed. We were told by a representative from the store that there was an issue with their computers and registers, and that they hope to be open tomorrow.

Gaithersburg: Kentlands Starbucks Temporarily Closed

By Patrick Herron

Published April 18, 2022 at 7:33PM

The Starbucks at 160 Kentlands Blvd in Gaithersburg is temporarily closed. We were told by a representative from the store that there was an issue with their computers and registers, and that they hope to be open tomorrow.

Starbucks was previously located at 121 Market St. in the Kentlands, which will soon be home to Java Nation. No opening date for Java Nation has been announced.

Kong Dog Korean Corn Dogs to Open This Week; 400 Corn Dogs Will Be Given Away During Soft Opening

By MCS Staff

Published April 3, 2022 at 11:04AM

Last month we let you know that Korean corn dog restaurant “Kong Dog” is set to open up soon at the Glenmont Shopping Center (12335-H Georgia Avenue). Now, the company has announced via Instagram that it will be opening this week.

The soft opening will be taking place on Wednesday, April 6th and Thursday, April 7th. During the soft opening, 200 corn dogs will be given away each day between 3pm-6pm.

Montgomery County Planning Board and Planning Department announce April 2022 events

By MCS Staff

Published April 2, 2022 at 12:55PM

Community members invited to testify at the Planning Board in person starting on April 7 with proof of vaccination; Virtual participation option will continue.

WHEATON, MD – The Montgomery County Planning Board and the Montgomery County Planning Department, both part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), have announced their April 2022 calendar of meetings. Starting on April 7, the Planning Board invites vaccinated individuals to testify in person at M-NCPPC’s Wheaton Headquarters (2425 Reedie Drive,

Gaithersburg: Latest Progress at Lapu Lapu in Kentlands

By Patrick Herron

Published March 17, 2022 at 11:14AM

Lapu Lapu, the sister restaurant of popular Rockville/North Bethesda/Kensington restaurant Kuya Ja’s Lechin Belly, is coming soon to the Kentlands.

The new restaurant will be taking over the 325 square foot storefront that was formerly home to Tex-Mex restaurant Peppers, located next to Vasili’s. It will specialize in breakfast sandwiches.

Updated Opening Information for &pizza in Gaithersburg Square and Details on How to Get Free Pizza

By Patrick Herron

Published March 15, 2022 at 9:54AM | Updated March 15, 2022 at 10:45AM

&pizza reached out to us today to let us know that their new location at 570 N Frederick Ave in the Gaithersburg Square shopping center will officially open next Monday, March 21.

&pizza will also be giving away free pizza to 600 randomly selected people at a sneak preview event. They tell us, “for those who want their shot at being invited to our sneak peek event, where we’ll be giving away free pizza for 600 randomly selected guests, there’s still time to sign up here: https://andpizza.com/gaithersburg-square-friends-and-family/. For those who don’t get selected for the event, not to worry: we’ll be sending out grand opening offers to everyone who signed up.”

Signage Installed at New DSW in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published March 14, 2022 at 12:49PM

Signage has been installed at the new DSW (20900-B Frederick Road) in the Milestone Shopping Center in Germantown.

DSW will be taking over the location that was home to Modell’s. The store sells designer and name brand shoes as well as fashion accessories. No opening date has been provided.

Opening Information for Hook & Reel in Wheaton

By Patrick Herron

Published March 13, 2022 at 7:26PM

According to a post on the restaurant’s Facebook page, Hook & Reel at 11006 L-10 Veirs Mill Rd in Wheaton will be officially opening on Tuesday, March 15. The restaurant held a soft opening on Sunday, March 13 and according to a representative from the Gaithersburg/Montgomery Village location, will hold another soft opening on Monday.

The restaurant is located between Party City and the old Bar Louie.