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Former MCPS Student Luka Van Herksen Featured on Law and Order: SVU

Published January 7, 2022 at 7:30PM | Updated January 7, 2022 at 9:22PM

Some may have noticed a familiar face on television when Luka Van Herksen appeared on Law and Order: SVU last night. Luka was born in Mozambique and lived across the world before moving to Montgomery County- first to Bethesda and later Clarksburg.

Last night he had a role in TV’s longest running primetime drama, Law & Order: SVU, where he played a young teen who was questioned for his involvement in a spree of hate crimes that occurred in the city. The episode was introducing one the NYPD’s new unit, Hate Crimes, which is also the newest spinoff of the Law & Order series. Luka said he enjoyed his time on set and thought highly of his co-star, Ice-T, who would talk to Luka during breaks and give him tips.

Restaurants Opening in MoCo in 2022

By Patrick Herron

Published December 20, 2021 at 2:13PM | Updated March 7, 2022 at 5:25PM

Below you’ll find a list of restaurants that plan to open in Montgomery County in 2022. Please let us know of any restaurants we may have missed.

&pizza was founded by Michael Lastoria and Steve Salis (Ted’s Bulletin, Federalist Pig, and Ensemble) in 2012 with their first location on H Street in D.C. The growing chain now has over 36 locations across the east coast including MoCo locations in Bethesda, Gaithersburg (Crown), Germantown, Pike & Rose, Silver Spring and a second Gaithersburg location coming soon.

Clarksburg-Based Robotic Research/RR.AI Announces $228 Million Series A Funding Round to Scale Autonomous Technology Commercially

By MCS Staff

Published December 9, 2021 at 9:20PM

CLARKSBURG, Md.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Robotic Research, a global leader in autonomous mobility and robotics solutions, today announced a $228 million funding round—the first outside capital the company has raised. This funding will drive further innovation and expansion of Robotic Research’s commercial division, RR.AI, which is focused on delivering comprehensive autonomous driving solutions for commercial truck, bus, drayage and logistics vehicles. Investors in the Series A round include SoftBank Vision Fund 2, Enlightenment Capital, Crescent Cove Advisors, Henry Crown and Company, and Luminar Technologies, Inc.

“This investment reflects our success in developing autonomous solutions for our U.S. government customers, and will provide the resources needed to meet our growing commercial customer demand and the expansion of our commercial efforts,” said Alberto Lacaze, CEO, Robotic Research. “Our long history and experience has enabled us to develop a proven solution that is not only rugged, safe, and reliable, but also versatile and ideal for operating across a variety of environments, weather conditions, and use cases.”

Montgomery County Breaks Ground on Clarksburg Fire Station

By Patrick Herron

Published December 3, 2021 at 7:06PM

Per MCPD:

(LOCATED) Concern for Missing Clarksburg Teen

By Patrick Herron

Published November 11, 2021 at 10:02PM | Updated November 12, 2021 at 8:48AM

For Immediate Release: Thursday, November 11, 2021

Water Main Break Closes Ridge Road in Clarksburg, Could Cause Low Water Pressure or Outages in Damascus

By MCS Staff

Published November 9, 2021 at 1:52PM

A water main break in Clarksburg headed towards the Damascus area has created a sinkhole that has closed Ridge Road.

The 24” water main on Ridge Rd is Damascus’ primary domestic water source so low water pressure or outages may occur in the area. WSSC is on scene, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue.

Concern for Missing Clarksburg Man

By Patrick Herron

Published November 2, 2021 at 10:39PM

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, November 2, 2021

Message Sent to Clarksburg and Quince Orchard Communities Regarding Stabbing Incident That Occurred in Parking Lot Last Night

By MCS Staff

Published November 2, 2021 at 10:31AM

A message was sent to the Clarksburg and Quince Orchard communities, by Clarksburg principal Edward Owusu, regarding the incident that took place in the parking lot behind the Clarksburg High School stadium last night.

Fox 5 reported that MCPD officers responded to a report of a stabbing of 18-year old female victim, which was confirmed by police.

Stabbing Reported at Clarksburg High School Monday Night

By Patrick Herron

Published November 1, 2021 at 11:18PM

FOX 5 is reporting that a stabbing occurred at Clarksburg High School Monday night.

According to the report, at 9:07 p.m., Montgomery County Police Officers responded to a report of stabbing at Clarksburg High School (22500 Wims Rd).

Clarksburg/Quince Orchard Varsity Football Game Moved to This Evening (10/28/21)

By MCS Staff

Published October 28, 2021 at 9:33AM

The Clarksburg/Quince Orchard varsity football game has been moved to this evening.

A letter was sent out to the Quince Orchard communities alerting them of the change. It can be seen below.

William Roberts Announces Campaign for Montgomery County Council

By Patrick Herron

Published October 19, 2021 at 6:10PM | Updated October 19, 2021 at 6:35PM

Press Release From William Robert’s for County Council:

CLARKSBURG, MD — William Roberts today announced his candidacy for the Montgomery County Council to represent the Upcounty. Roberts, a Clarksburg resident, is a civil rights attorney, activist, and community leader with a strong track record of service and commitment to his community. He is running in the June 2022 Democratic primary to succeed term-limited District 2 Councilmember Craig Rice.