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Clarksburg Gateway Sector Plan to be Discussed by Montgomery Planning This Week

Published June 21, 2023 at 9:46AM

The Clarksburg Gateway Sector Plan will be looked at this week by Montgomery Planning. It is an update to the 1994 Clarksburg Master Plan & Hyattstown Special Study Area, which was last revised with the 2014 10 Mile Creek Area Limited Amendment.

The Sector Plan focuses on the major employment area located in the Transit District Corridor as envisioned in the 1994 Plan. The Clarksburg Gateway Sector Plan will evaluate the Plan area’s trends and conditions and develop strategies to align the vision, recommendations, and overall staging requirements for the plan area with the county’s adopted plans, policies, and priorities.

Ms. Ida Pearl, MoCo Born and Raised, Celebrated Her 105th Birthday

By MCS Staff

Published June 20, 2023 at 9:31PM

Ida Pearl (known to most as Pearl) was born and raised on Riffle Ford Road. She was born in 1918 and on Thursday, June 18, she celebrated her 105th birthday!

She has lived the last 70+ years on Quince Orchard Road, just couple miles away from her childhood home. She is a faithful and dedicated member of Fairhaven United Methodist Church and a loyal trustee of the Pleasant View Historical Association. Some know her as “The Avon Lady,” as she has been one for over 60 years.

Wells Fargo Announces Impending Closure of Clarksburg Village Location

By MCS Staff

Published June 20, 2023 at 6:28PM

Wells Fargo has announced it will be closing its Clarksburg Village Center location at 12101 Chestnut Branch Way Bldg B4). The bank emailed customers informing them of the closure, which will occur on September 20th later this year.

“Dear Customer,

Gas Leak Closes Roads in Germantown; Significant Delays Expected

By MCS Staff

Published June 20, 2023 at 5:59PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to contractors hitting a gas line at 19900 Century Blvd near Crystal Rock Dr. at TD Bank in Germantown at approximately 5:40pm on Tuesday evening. The bank building has been evacuated and the area is being secured as units await the arrival of Washington Gas. Century Blvd is currently closed at Crystal Rock Dr. due to the gas leak. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route and significant delays are expected.

Per MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer: “19900 Century Blvd., near Crystal rock Dr.,, TD Bank, Germantown, contractors hit gas line, @mcfrs PE729, PE735, PE734, PE722, E753, T734, AT735, RS729, A722, A735, HM728, SU725, BC705, BC703, T725, EMS703, SA700 & others responding, Bank building being evacuated” Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.

Where to Watch Fireworks in Montgomery County This July

By Patrick Herron

Published June 20, 2023 at 11:22AM

The City of Rockville will hold its annual Independence Day celebration and fireworks display at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park in King Farm on Tuesday, July 4th from 7pm to 10pm. “This location offers wonderful spectator viewing, and ample and convenient parking for the 4th of July festivities. Enjoy live music by Vertigo Red and a 20-minute fireworks display.”

Montgomery County Police Investigating Damascus Homicide; Identity of Victim Released

By Patrick Herron

Published June 19, 2023 at 7:37PM | Updated July 5, 2023 at 7:26AM

Per MCPD: A 32-year-old Damascus man was shot and killed on the evening of Sunday, June 18, 2023. At approximately 9:57 p.m., Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District officers were dispatched to the 9800 block of Bethesda Church Rd., for multiple calls for a shooting that just occurred.

Upon arrival, officers located the victim, James Joel Austin, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Despite lifesaving efforts by officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel, Austin was pronounced dead at the scene. There is no one in custody and no suspect information is available at this time. The victim has been transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for an autopsy.

Baked Potato House, Featuring “Delicious Stuffed Potatoes”, is Coming to Clarksburg

By MCS Staff

Published June 19, 2023 at 8:36AM

Baked Potato House, featuring “delicious stuffed potatoes”, is coming to the Clarksburg Premium Outlets, taking over the space that was previously home to Day & Night Cereal Bar. The cereal bar cleared out of the space last month.

Currently not much is known about Baked Potato House, but similar restaurants and carts have recently opened in areas like New York. Baked Potato King is a similar restaurant in New York and a new cart, known as Potato House, has recently opened. They both offer a variety of stuffed baked potatoes that allow customers to stuff a large baked potatoes with their choice of salads (chicken, tuna, chicken, salmon, eggplant, zucchini, mushrooms and more) and their choice of sauces including ketchup, mustard, ranch, sour cream, and more.

Update: One Dead After Shooting in Damascus

By Patrick Herron

Published June 19, 2023 at 7:44AM

Montgomery County Police responded to a fatal shooting in the 9800 block of Bethesda Church Road on Sunday, June 18. According to MCPD, “at approximately 9:58 p.m., the Montgomery County Emergency Communications Center received a call for a shooting at the above location.

Upon arrival, 5th District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel located a 32-year-old male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on scene.

Police Respond to Shooting Sunday Night in Damascus

By Patrick Herron

Published June 18, 2023 at 10:50PM

Montgomery County Police responded to a shooting Sunday night in Damascus. According to MCPD, “5th District officers are on scene of a shooting in the 9800 block of Bethesda Church Road in Damascus. This is an active and ongoing investigation. More information will be released when it becomes available.”

Per @cordelltraffic on Twitter: DAMASCUS CRITICAL SHOOTING: ~10PM Sunday, near the Damascus Garden Apartments at the corner of MD-124 Woodfield Road and Bethesda Church Road (Montgomery County). Man found shot, critically injured. MCP 5D Officers aided victim prior to 🚑 arrival.

MCPD: Traffic Stop in Germantown Leads to Arrest for Possession With Intent to Distribute and Firearm Charges

By Patrick Herron

Published June 16, 2023 at 3:16PM

Per MCPD: Officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police- 5th District Community Action Team have arrested 20-year-old, Elvis Gomez of Boyds, for possessing a controlled dangerous substance with the intent to distribute and a privately manufactured firearm (PMF).

At approximately 5:30 p.m., officers observed a blue 2016 Toyota Corolla commit a moving violation in the area of Wisteria Drive and Father Hurley Boulevard. Officers initiated a traffic stop of the Toyota, which turned into a shopping center in the area. When the vehicle stopped the front and rear passengers jumped out of the car and ran away. Gomez, who was driving the Toyota, remained on scene. After talking with officers, Gomez took off on foot, running down Wisteria Drive. While running, officers observed Gomez throw the keys to his vehicle into a sewer drain. Gomez was quickly apprehended without incident.

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 57-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2023 at 10:38AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating William Edward Mease a missing 57-year-old from Germantown.

Mease was last seen on Friday, June 2, 2023, in the area of Doxdam Court. Mease is approximately 5-feet, 9-inches tall and weighs 220 pounds. He has brown hair. It is unknown what clothing he was last seen wearing. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.