Maryland

Governor Wes Moore Announces Appointment of Jennifer Sue Hollander Fairfax to Montgomery County Circuit Court

By Patrick Herron

The Circuit Court for Montgomery County is a court of general jurisdiction with the authority to hear civil and criminal cases. It is the only court in the county authorized to conduct jury trials and is part of the Sixth Judicial Circuit, comprising Montgomery and Frederick counties. This is Governor Moore’s first judicial appointment. Governor Moore is committed to building a strong, impartial judiciary that reflects the people of Maryland.

Jennifer Sue Hollander Fairfax is the founder of Jennifer Fairfax, LLC. She practices family law with a focus on domestic and international adoptions and assisted reproduction issues. Ms. Fairfax authored the preeminent book on adoption law, and has worked with lawmakers on advancing legislation related to both adoption and assisted reproduction. She has also advocated for Maryland laws that expedite the second parent adoption process for married and unmarried partners and provide for gender-neutral terms when referring to parents. Ms. Fairfax has taught law school courses on the adoption process and law including LGBTQ law, adoption process issues, contract issues and family law and has published extensively in this field.

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Olney

Ramen Ya Coming Soon to Olney

By Patrick Herron

Coming soon signage is up for Ramen Ya at 16822 Georgia Ave. in Olney. The Japanese noodle and dumpling house is taking over the space recently occupied by Loyal Companion, in the same shopping center as Roots Market and Sisters Sandwiches & Such. Ramen Ya imports its flour for noodles directly from Japan and uses a “top-of-the-line noodle machine” to make fresh noodles daily. Ramen Ya has an additional location at 7938 Crain Hwy S in Glen Burnie, MD. The restaurant

According to its website, “Our company has been in the food business for over a decade. From distributing premium seafood ingredients to restaurants, to opening sushi stations in high-end supermarkets, we now seek our own spaces to serve guests the best authentic Japanese ramen we can offer.” We will post an update when additional information becomes available.

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Wheaton

Apex Vets to Open Soon in Wheaton

By Patrick Herron

Apex Vets will be opening soon at  11060 Veirs Mill Rd, across from Dick’s Sporting Goods at Westfield Wheaton. According to its website, “Apex Vets is an independently-owned specialty hospital established by veterinarians with ties to Montgomery County and DC. We believe in working as a team to provide the highest quality care, service, and environment. Apex emphasizes specialized and continued education in our fields of expertise, which include board-certified surgery, neurology, critical care, anesthesia, cardiology, and internal medicine.”

Apex is currently scheduled to open this fall.

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Crime

Fleeing Driver Loses Control of Vehicle, Strikes Several Vehicles Then Flees on Foot

By MCS Staff

On Thursday, September 7, at approximately 7:50 pm, Takoma Park Police officers attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle that had just run a red light at New Hampshire Avenue and Holton Lane.

According to police, “The suspect driver fled from officers speeding down Kingwood Drive and lost control of the vehicle after striking the traffic circle at the intersection of Kingwood Drive and Wildwood Drive.  The suspect driver struck several vehicles before coming to a stop.  The suspect driver bailed out of the vehicle and fled on foot.”

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Olney

Hallmark Now Open in Olney

By Patrick Herron

Hallmark recently opened at 18217 Village Center Dr (formerly My Little Gym) in the Olney Village Center. Hallmark previously had a location a few doors down at 18305 Village Center Dr. that closed in 2017.

Hallmark was founded in 1910 by teenage entrepreneur J.C. Hall, and remaining a private company with family members on the board of directors today, Hallmark’s businesses employ more than 20,000 people worldwide. “While there are many ways to experience Hallmark, the experiences that matter most to the company are the ones our customers are able to share with their friends and loved ones. We strive each day to help those experiences – and those connections – come to life. In each of our businesses we aim to be good community partners, we believe embracing diversity and inclusion is the best way to understand and serve our employees and consumers, and we strive to be environmentally responsible. This all helps to fulfill our purpose of inspiring meaningful relationships and enhancing lives.”

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Gaithersburg

Title Boxing Rockville to Move Around the Corner Later This Year

By MCS Staff

After 9 years in the Travilah Square Shopping Center, Title Boxing has made the decision to move around the corner to the Traville Village shopping center. Title Boxing will be taking over the space that was home to Anytime Fitness (9725 Traville Gateway) until December 2022, next to the Traville Barber Shop.

The goal is to make it happen by the end of the year, but with only a few days of closure from the time the current location in Travilah Square closes to the time the upcoming location opens. Title Boxing owner John Sahakian tells us he is excited for the parking situation in the new space, as there will be ample parking for all guests. We’ll provide an update as things progress with the move.

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Gaithersburg

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

The Special Victims Investigations Division is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Eduardo Mendez Rodriguez, a missing 15-year-old. Rodriguez was last seen on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at approximately 2 p.m., near Grazing Way in Gaithersburg. He is 5’2″, 100 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes, and has a tattoo of  “504” on his left hand. He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, gray shorts, and white sneakers.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Eduardo Mendez Rodriguez is asked to call Montgomery County Police Non-Emergency (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line).

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Gaithersburg

Police and Family Searching for Missing 12-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

The Special Victims Investigations Division is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Erick Romero, a missing 12-year-old. Romera was last seen on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at approximately 8:30 a.m., in the 18400 block of Lost Knife Circle in Gaithersburg. He is 5’3″, 130 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes, and was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and black pants.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Erick Romero is asked to call Montgomery County Police Non-Emergency (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line).

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Bethesda

Five Teens Arrested in Connection with Assault After High School Football Game in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police 2nd District Investigative Section have arrested five teenagers believed to be involved in an assault outside of a Bethesda Metro station on Friday, September 1, 2023. A 16-year-old from Bethesda is facing charges as an adult, including armed robbery and second-degree assault. Additionally, two other teenagers, aged 15 and 16, have been charged as juveniles with robbery and second-degree assault offenses. Two 15-year-olds face first-degree-assault charges.

The incident took place following a Bethesda-Chevy Chase and Walter Johnson football game, where the three accused teens allegedly assaulted and robbed other teenage victims. A male victim, along with a parent, reported the assault to police the night of the incident. A video of the assault surfaced on social media, drawing the attention of Montgomery County Police. As a result, detectives were able to identify the suspects with the assistance of Montgomery County Public School leaders. This case remains an active and ongoing investigation, and more arrests are expected to be made.

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