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Elementary School Teacher Nicholas Sefcik Publishes Children’s Book to Inspire Young Readers

Published February 27, 2025 at 7:56AM

Growing up in Montgomery County, Maryland, Nicholas Sefcik lived in both Damascus and Gaithersburg, where he laid the foundation for his future as an educator and author culminating in his debut book, For The Win!: It’s spOiler Time. Nicholas attended Woodfield Elementary School, Baker Middle School, and Damascus High School, where he thrived both academically and athletically. A notable athlete, he played basketball and football during high school, earning the honor of winning two State Championships in football.

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Top Three ‘Most Diverse Cities in America’ Can Be Found in Maryland, Per Report

By MCS Staff

Published February 26, 2025 at 9:34AM | Updated February 26, 2025 at 4:20PM

The personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2025’s Most Diverse Cities in America, with the top three cities/areas in the entire country being right here in Montgomery County, Maryland.

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Suspect Uses Large Kitchen Knife to Rob Gas Stations in Gaithersburg and Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published February 24, 2025 at 4:38PM

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is investigating a series of armed robberies at gas stations in Gaithersburg and Germantown, where a suspect used a large kitchen knife to threaten cashiers before fleeing with money. (more…)

Discarded Smoking Materials Cause Early Morning Deck Fire

By Patrick Herron

Published February 24, 2025 at 11:21AM

Courtesy MCFRS

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire on the deck of a two-story home on Lewis Drive in Damascus around 1:30am on Monday. (more…)

Concern for Missing 37-Year-Old Woman

By Patrick Herron

Published February 22, 2025 at 12:20PM

Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Angelica Amos, a missing 37-year-old from Germantown. (more…)

First Look at Dumpling District; Now Open

By MCS Staff

Published February 21, 2025 at 2:24PM

Dumpling District is currently in a soft opening phase at 19775 Frederick Rd in Germantown’s Fox Chapel Shopping Center. The restaurant has opened in the space that was most recently home to Bonchon and will be open from 11am until 10pm daily. A first look video and the menu available below.

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Planning Board Approves Scope of Work and Boundary for Germantown Sector Plan Amendment

By MCS Staff

Published February 21, 2025 at 12:34AM

Courtesy @DronifyDMV

At its February 20 meeting, the Montgomery County Planning Board, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), reviewed and approved the Scope of Work for the Germantown Sector Plan Amendment.

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Portion of Clopper Rd. Closed Due to Water Main Break

By MCS Staff

Published February 20, 2025 at 9:10AM

At 8:25am, the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) shared a traffic alert regarding a water main break that has Clopper Rd. closed from Game Preserve Rd. to Waring Station Rd. in Germantown.

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Montgomery County Seeks Prom Attire Donations for Free Student Giveaway

By Patrick Herron

Published February 19, 2025 at 4:57PM

Montgomery County government has announced that Montgomery County Recreation is collecting new and gently used prom attire and accessories for the annual Prom Couture Closet giveaway, which provides high school students with free formalwear. Donations can be made at designated community recreation centers through February 28, with the giveaway event scheduled for April 5 at Marilyn J. Praisner Community Recreation Center. (more…)

Concern for Missing 14-Year-Old Boy

By Patrick Herron

Published February 19, 2025 at 8:46AM

Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Zeckariah Lopez-Clark, a missing 14-year-old.

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Students to Sell Refurbished Cars and Computers at Damascus High School Event

By Patrick Herron

Published February 18, 2025 at 5:16PM | Updated February 18, 2025 at 5:33PM

Courtesy of MCPS

The Montgomery County Students Automotive Trades Foundation will host a Refurbished Car and Computer Sale on Saturday, February 22, at Damascus High School. All vehicles are Maryland State Inspected, with some including a limited warranty, and a lottery system will be used if multiple buyers are interested in the same car. (more…)