Two Story Chimney Ciderworks Plans to Open Tasting Room in August
You might have seen cider from Two Story Chimney at the Silver Spring, Bethesda, or Olney farmers markets– they’ve been making and selling their cider since 2019. Although a specific date has not been confirmed yet, they shared with us that they are planning to open a tasting room this August. The tasting room will be in the Agricultural Reserve between Damascus and Laytonsville.
Former Damascus Football Player Bikes Across the Country Raising Money for ALS
On Saturday, June 26th Wil Armstrong, a 2016 Damascus High School graduate, commenced his cross-country bike ride “Against the Wind” from Rehoboth Beach, DE. He is expected to finish 2.5 months later in Seattle, Washington. Throughout this journey, Wil is updating his daily blog with his progress, experiences, and updates on his banana consumption count. During his cross-country journey, he is crowdfunding for the ALS Association after seeing his mentor and former basketball coach, Rodney Lapp, go through it.
House Fire in Damascus Likely Caused by Lightning Strike
A house fire on Sweet Cherry Lane in Damascus last night has left a family of five displaced.
Jake Funk, Damascus Alumnus, Drafted by the Los Angeles Rams
Jake Funk broke the Maryland state record for career touchdowns when he was a student at Damascus. Now he’ll have the opportunity to break records in the NFL after being drafted by the Rams with the 5th pick of the 7th round.
Crash Involving Tractor Trailor on Damascus Rd. This Morning
Damascus Road between Mullinix Mill Road and Howard Chapel Road is currently closed due to an accident involving a tractor trailor and another vehicle earlier this morning.
Jimmie Cone Opens for the Season
It’s Jimmie Cone Season! Every year in March 17th, Jimmie Cone opens for the season.
Julie Kaufman (2001 Graduate of Damascus High School) and Antoine White (2007 Graduate of Whitman High School) Help Guide Mount St. Mary’s Women to NCAA Tournament
Julie Kaufman grew up in Damascus and was a student-athlete at Damascus High School, where she graduated from in 2001. She played basketball at Catawba in North Carolina, where she won two championships.
Interview with CNN’s Brian Stelter
Listen to The MoCoShow’s interview with Brian Stelter, host of CNN’s Reliable Sources.
Snow Totals and What’s to Come
If you were in Clarksburg or Damascus you woke up to about 4 inches of snow this morning, according to this graphic by Howard Bernstein of WUSA9.
Bryan Bresee, Damascus High School Alumnus, Named ACC Rookie of the Year
The Atlantic Coast Conference announced today that Clemson defensive lineman and Damascus alumnus Bryan Bresee has been selected as the 2020 ACC Defensive Player of the Year.
Brazil Gourmet Pizzeria & Grill is Now Open in Damascus
The new pizzeria has taken the place of Smokehill BBQ, next to Hornets Nest Grille in Damascus (9870 Main St).