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‘Mid-County Sparkles’ Celebration and Fireworks Display to Take Place on July 1

Published May 24, 2023 at 3:59PM | Updated May 25, 2023 at 5:51AM

Mid-County Sparkles, one of Montgomery County’s Independence Day celebrations, will take place on Saturday, July 1st. Live music begins at 6 pm and fireworks begin at 9:15 pm. No alcohol or pets are permitted. Time is approximate and may change due to weather and additional information will be available closer to the event date. This event will be held at Newport Mill Local Park (11201 Newport Mill Road Wheaton, MD 20895).

So far, other Montgomery County Independence Day celebrations have been announced in Gaithersburg, Germantown, Poolesville, and Rockville:

Traffic Stop in Germantown Leads to Multiple Arrests

By Patrick Herron

Published May 24, 2023 at 11:00AM | Updated May 24, 2023 at 1:02PM

Per MCPD: Officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District – Community Action Team have arrested 28-year-old Humberto Guerra Jr., of Silver Spring, who had two outstanding criminal warrants that stemmed from a traffic stop that occurred on Friday, February 17, 2023. During that stop, an AR-15 was recovered and later determined to be stolen in a burglary from Alexandria, VA.

On Tuesday, May 16, 2023, officers observed 29-year-old Maria Argueta of Silver Spring, who they knew had an outstanding warrant for burglary from March 4, 2022, and her brother Guerra Jr. both get into a Grey Honda CR-V at a 7-11 in Germantown along with three other individuals.

SplashPark & Mini Golf Open in Germantown This Weekend

By MCS Staff

Published May 24, 2023 at 9:37AM

The SplashPark, one of the most popular features of South Germantown Recreational Park, opens this weekend (Saturday and Sundays only 5/27, 5/28, 6/3, 6/4, 6/10, 6/11, 6/17, and 6/18) until the facility fully opens for the season Tuesday, June 20^th through Monday, September 4th, operating from 10am – 6pm (closed on Monday’s except Memorial & Labor Day).

Per Montgomery Parks, “Kids will have an excellent time and stay cool playing in the one-of-a-kind 280-jet water maze, cave with a waterfall, water bucket drops, slide, and spraying animals. Tables and umbrellas provide shaded rest areas. On-site restrooms, changing rooms, and vending machines are available. The SplashPark also features a fun Jumping Pillow that will keep kids hopping all day long.”

Update on Tuesday Evening Shooting in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published May 23, 2023 at 10:21PM

Montgomery County Police responded to a shooting in the 19000 block of Misty Meadow Terrace in Germantown on Tuesday, May 23. According to MCPD, “At approximately 7:43 p.m., 5th District officers responded to the location for the report of a shooting. Officers located an adult male victim with apparent gunshot wounds to his body and provided life-saving measures to him until Montgomery County Fire Rescue arrived.

The victim was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No bystanders were injured during the shooting. The suspect(s) have not been apprehended.”

One Person Shot and Transported to Hospital Tuesday Evening in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published May 23, 2023 at 8:27PM

GERMANTOWN SHOOTING: ~7:40PM Tues, Misty Meadow Terrace off Wisteria Dr. (MoCo, MD). Person shot multiple times. Numerous shots fired, at least 1 round found inside a nearby occupied residence. MoCo Police 5D Officers applied 2 tourniquets prior to 🚑 arrival. @StopTheBleed

— Cordell (@CordellTraffic) May 24, 2023

Wegmans Pasta Sauce Sold in Maryland Stores Recalled Due to Allergy Alert

By MCS Staff

Published May 23, 2023 at 8:58AM

LiDestri Foods is recalling 24-ounce jars of Wegman’s Italian Classics Diavolo pasta sauce, because it may contain undeclared fish (anchovy). People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to anchovy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The Diavolo pasta sauce was sold at Wegman’s grocery stores in Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Virginia between April 3, 2023 and May 16, 2023.

The product can be identified as a mason jar with red pasta sauce, called Diavolo. The only expiration date affected is March 31, 2025, with the code F0589:

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 22-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published May 22, 2023 at 3:22PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police- Missing Persons/Cold Case Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Bryan Warah, a missing 22-year-old. Warah was last seen on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, leaving the 12100 block of Red Admiral Way in Germantown. He is approximately 6-feet, 6-inches tall and weighs 215 pounds. He has brown eyes and is currently wearing his hair in twists. Warah may be driving a white 2022 Honda CRV with Maryland license plate, 8FF6421. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Bryan Warah is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line). Callers may remain anonymous.

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 17-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published May 19, 2023 at 1:18PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Kelvin Chovett, a missing 17-year-old from Germantown.

Kelvin was last seen on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at approximately 5:52 p.m., at his residence on Mountain Lake Terrance in Germantown. Kelvin is approximately 5-feet, 8-inches tall and weighs 140 pounds. He has brown hair and hazel eyes. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.

Arrest Made After Shots Fired in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published May 18, 2023 at 11:50AM

One person has been arrested after multiple shots were fired just after midnight on Thursday, May 18 in Germantown. According to police, “At approximately 12 a.m., MCPD responded to the 20100 block of Club Hill Drive for the report of shots fired. Preliminary investigation has determined that a building was struck by a round. No injuries have been reported. Suspect information was obtained. 5th District officers observed the vehicle. A brief pursuit ensued. An adult female suspect has been taken into custody. This is an ongoing investigation.”

We will post an update if additional information becomes available. Featured image courtesy of Google Maps.

MoCo’s Second Annual AAPI Heritage Month Celebration Takes Place in Germantown on Sunday, May 21

By MCS Staff

Published May 18, 2023 at 8:05AM

Montgomery County is hosting its second annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. on Sunday, May 21 at Seneca Valley High School. The day will include cultural performances, a health fair, crafts and games for kids, a cultural and community bazaar, food vendors, henna, face painting and more.

This event is being hosted by Montgomery County Government’s Asian American Health Initiative and the Office of Community Partnerships. Seneca Valley is located at 19401 Crystal Rock Drive in Germantown. More information can be found here. The event will feature:

AAHP Community Day 2023 Takes Place May 20 in Germantown

By MCS Staff

Published May 17, 2023 at 12:05PM

African American Health Program will celebrate the 9th annual AAHP Community Day on Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 9 am to 2 pm at Montgomery College, BioScience Center, Germantown campus, 20200 Observation Drive, Germantown, MD.

This year’s event will include a walk/run/bike activity, which will begin at 7:45 am. AAHP Community Day 2023 will also include an interactive discussion with youth, parents, and the community on security, change, and wellness. In addition, there will be pertinent workshops, physical activities (e.g., Zumba, line dancing, etc.), fun activities for children and youth, a host of exhibitors, and something of interest for all ages. Additional information and tickets for the free event can be found here.