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Montgomery County Student-Refurbished Cars and Computers For Sale February 11

Published January 11, 2023 at 4:50PM

Coming Saturday, Feb. 11: the next car and computer sale! Students in the Montgomery County Students Automotive Trades Foundation (ATF) and Information Technology Foundation (ITF) will sell used cars and computers they have refurbished on Feb. 11, at Damascus High School, from 9–11 a.m. The school is located at 25921 Ridge Road in Damascus. The cars and computers are refurbished and reconditioned by the students as part of their classroom and lab studies. The sales provide students with the opportunity to practice their sales skills, earn Student Service Learning hours, and develop a deeper appreciation for community involvement.

The ATF is also still seeking car donations, which helps high school students learn how to evaluate, repair and restore used cars. The ATF accepts donations year-round between 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Monday through Friday at Damascus, Gaithersburg and Seneca Valley high schools, at Thomas Edison High School of Technology and at the Shady Grove Bus Depot. Donations may be tax deductible. For questions about the automotive program, contact Kelly Johnson at 240-740-2051. To schedule car donations, contact Michael Snyder at 240-740-2050. Additional information available in the links below:

Several Families Displaced After Early Morning Fire in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published January 8, 2023 at 10:49AM | Updated January 8, 2023 at 11:17AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a townhouse fire on the 13300 block of Demetrias Way (off Wisteria Dr) in Germantown on Sunday morning around 3:30am. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, damage is estimated to be $300,000 and several families have been displaced. One person was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. We will post an update when additional information becomes available.

Per @mcfrsPIO on Twitter: (320a) 13300blk Demetrias Way, off Wisteria Dr, Germantown, 3-sty MOR TH, fire showing upon arrival, all occupants got out, fire is out, 1 civ transported, NLT, @mcfrs PE729, PE722, PE734, PE735, PE708, T734, AT735, RS729, M729, BC705, BC703, T731, PAT708, A722 & others responded

Germantown Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for the Illegal Possession and Distribution of Firearms and Drugs

By MCS Staff

Published January 7, 2023 at 4:21PM

Per the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Maryland: U.S. District Judge Theodore D. Chuang today sentenced Dwight Luis Clarke, age 32, of Germantown, Maryland, to 10 years in federal prison, followed by four years of supervised release, for two counts of being a felon in possession of a firearm and four counts of possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. Clarke admitted that he sold crack cocaine and seven firearms, including five privately manufactured firearms, known as “ghost guns” to an undercover law enforcement officer.

According to his plea agreement, during late 2021 and early 2022, Clarke was identified as a suspected trafficker of narcotics and firearms. In February 2022, an ATF Special Agent, acting in an undercover capacity (the UC) contacted Clarke, who agreed to sell the UC crack cocaine and firearms. During three meetings that month, Clarke sold the UC: two privately made firearms (PMFs) that Clarke referred to as “ghost guns,” specifically, Polymer80 Inc. 9mm semi-automatic pistols, bearing no apparent serial numbers; a.22-caliber semi-automatic AR-style pistol; a 33 round 9mm extended magazine, which contained one 9mm cartridge; a .22-caliber extended AR-style magazine loaded with three .22-caliber cartridges, a .22LR caliber mini mag ammunition box containing 95 cartridges; a .380 caliber semi-automatic pistol; and 44.48 grams of crack cocaine.

KPot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot Moves Closer Toward Opening in Germantown

By MCS Staff

Published January 7, 2023 at 8:16AM

Last summer we let you know that KPot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot will be opening a second MoCo location, taking over the space that was previously occupied by Honey Pig at 19727 Frederick Rd #1337 in the Fox Chapel shopping center. Honey Pig closed permanently in November of 2021 after five years at the location. The restaurant, which is not owned by the same franchisee as the Rockville location, is moving closer towards opening as it has a hearing for a Class B, Beer, Wine & Liquor License at 11:30am on January 19th. An expected opening date is not yet available.

According to KPot, the restaurant was started by four friends from different backgrounds who decided to share their mixed cuisine over the same table. KPot combines traditional Asian hot pot with Korean BBQ flavors. Hot pot, also known as “soup-food” or “steamboat,” is a communal pot of simmering broth that is stuffed with raw ingredients like meat and vegetables to cook in the pot.

Police Investigating Armed Home Invasion Robbery in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published January 6, 2023 at 3:15PM

The investigation by detectives has determined that at approximately 9 p.m., an unknown male suspect, wearing all black, holding a flashlight, forced entry into the victim’s residence. Upon making contact with the victim, the suspect brandished a handgun and began rummaging through the residence, stealing property. The suspect then left the residence with the stolen property.

Weapons Charges For Man Caught Attempting to Illegally Hunt Deer in Clarksburg

By MCS Staff

Published January 5, 2023 at 12:22PM

On the night of Monday, January 2nd, while on patrol for illegal hunting in the area of Little Bennett Regional Park in Clarksburg, a car was observed spotlighting deer. Park Police officers stopped the car, and found that one occupant was illegally possessing a hand gun. The man was charged with numerous Maryland Department of Natural Resources offenses and weapons charges.

Monday night while on patrol for illegal hunting in the area of Little Bennet Park, a car was observed spotlighting deer. Officers stopped the car, and found one occupant was illegally possessing a hand gun. He was charged with numerous @MarylandDNR, and weapons charges. pic.twitter.com/hZji1Rxfha

Detectives Seek Assistance in Locating Missing 25-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published January 3, 2023 at 3:58PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 25-year-old from Clarksburg.

Vanessa Henderson was last seen on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at approximately 11 a.m., in the 13700 block of Petrel St. She was driving a silver 2020 Kia Sportage with Maryland tag 8FC2301.

Bryan Bresee, Damascus Alumnus, Declares for NFL Draft

By MCS Staff

Published January 2, 2023 at 4:01PM

Bryan Bresee has officially declared for the 2023 NFL Draft, according to his Instagram post from earlier Monday afternoon. The 6’5, 305lb Clemson defensive lineman graduated from Damascus High School in 2019. He is the former No. 1 overall recruit in the Class of 2020, and played three years at Clemson, missing significant time in 2021 with an ACL tear. He is widely expected to be drafted in the first round. His announcement and more on his time at Damascus below:

“When I committed to play football for Clemson University, I never could have imagined how special this opportunity would be. The support I have received from the Clemson community the past 3 seasons has been amazing. I truly appreciate this experience.

2022’s Top Stories: Amazon to Close All 68 Retail Stores, Including Amazon Books and Amazon 4 Star Stores

By MCS Staff

Published December 31, 2022 at 11:13AM

As 2022 ends, we’re sharing a few of our most-read stories of the year, from March: Amazon announced on Wednesday that it plans to close all 68 of its brick-and-mortar bookstores, pop-ups and shops carrying toys and home goods (including Amazon 4 Star) in the United States and United Kingdom, per Reuters. Amazon has an Amazon 4 Star location in Montgomery Mall in Bethesda and one that was planned for Germantown, with signage at that location recently going up. A call to the Bethesda Amazon 4 Star location led to a message stating the store was temporarily closed until tomorrow. The Germantown location is no longer going to open.

Amazon also has an Amazon Books location in Bethesda, which is closed on Wednesdays. Exact dates for closures will vary by location, and Amazon stated it would help affected employees find roles elsewhere in the company. We will have closing dates for all Montgomery County location as soon as they are available. The company also stated that it would continue its focus on Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market grocery chains. An Amazon Fresh grocery store recently opened in Chevy Chase and one is planned for Gaithersburg. It was recently announced that an Amazon grocery store is in the plans for White Oak Town Center as well.

MCFRS Respond to Three Car Collision in Damascus

By Patrick Herron

Published December 29, 2022 at 7:38PM

Per @mcfrsPIO on twitter: “Update – Ridge Road and Preakness Drive, collision, MCFRS_EMIHS, evaluating multiple injuries, incl at least 2 trauma patients, CCM18 assisting, fire hydrant damaged/sheared off, some lanes blocked”

Update – Ridge Road and Preakness Drive, collision, @MCFRS_EMIHS evaluating multiple injuries, incl at least 2 trauma patients, CCM18 assisting, fire hydrant damaged/sheared off, some lanes blocked https://t.co/EsAW9PIoLA

Police Respond to Shots Fired in Germantown on Thursday

By Patrick Herron

Published December 29, 2022 at 10:50AM

Montgomery County Police responded to reports of shots fired in Germantown around 12:20AM on Thursday. According to public safety reporter Cordell Pugh, multiple residents called 911 reporting shots fired on Crystal Rock Drive, near Waters Landing Drive and Waters Landing Local Park. MCP Officers found several shell casings in the area. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Per MCPD: “Preliminary, at approximately 12:30 a.m., officers responded to the area of Crystal Hill Cir. and Crystal Rock Dr. and found shell casings. No victims were reported. ”