MCDOT

Montgomery County Department of Transportation Wins National Recognition Award for Engineering Excellence for 355 Crossing Project in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) and Alpha Corporation have won a National Recognition Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) for their work on the MD 355 Crossing Project completed in February 2022.

ACEC is a national federation of America’s engineering industry consisting of 51 state and regional member organizations that focus on advocacy, education and research. ACEC’s Engineering Excellence Awards highlight the year’s most innovative and impactful engineering triumphs worldwide. The National Recognition Award is a prestigious distinction honoring projects demonstrating exceptional engineering excellence at the national level.

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Maryland

Governor Moore Delivers Address on Responding to Violence and Promoting Public Safety

By Patrick Herron

“Nobody wants to address violent crime more than the people that actually live in communities suffering from violence. Yet we’ve politicized this issue to a point where we believe it’s us against them. Let’s come together on this and focus on the realities of violence instead of emphasizing the deficiencies of certain communities.”

“Elected officials can underinvest in housing and pull the plug on mass transit projects – but because they enhance sentencing, they’re called champions for public safety in the news. Don’t allow yourselves to get spun. Networks that sensationalize violence miss the full story. You won’t hear them talk about bad policies that limit opportunity and increase violence in our neighborhoods. You won’t hear them talk about pipelines from poverty to prison. You won’t hear them talk about the breakage in the system that allows so many of our young people to fall through the cracks.”

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Sponsored

Check out the Anne Arundel Asian American Festival or the Annapolis Irish Festival!

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It’s Asian American Pacific Islander Month, and what better way to celebrate the culture than to immerse oneself at the Anne Arundel Asian American Festival outside of Annapolis on May 31st?

Or didn’t get enough Irish last month? Two of the biggest Irish acts returns to the stage with Gaelic Storm and Carbon Leaf. See below for more details and information!

All events are family-friendly, packed with food, live music, interactive experiences, and now even more ways to get active.

To kick things off, you can save 20% on tickets with code MOCOSHOW (valid through May 31 for general admission tickets).

2026 Festival Lineup

Annapolis Irish Festival

May 29 & 30

Experience the spirit of Ireland right here in Annapolis with two days of live music, great food, and high-energy performances. Headlined by internationally recognized acts like Scythian, Gaelic Storm, and Carbon Leaf, the Annapolis Irish Festival blends traditional Irish culture with modern rock festival vibes.

Haven’t heard of Gaelic Storm? Are you sure? They were the band in James Cameron’s Titanic and went from local stars to national powerhouses. We are lucky to have them right here in Maryland so don’t miss out!

Enjoy Guinness, Irish whiskey tastings, craft beverages, local vendors, and nonstop entertainment in a setting that brings thousands together to celebrate Irish heritage.

Anne Arundel Asian American Festival

May 31

Celebrate culture, community, and cuisine at the Anne Arundel Asian American Festival, a vibrant showcase of food, performances, and traditions from across Asia!

Come hungry and enjoy authentic dishes from a wide range of vendors, cultural performances throughout the day, and interactive experiences for all ages. This family-friendly event highlights the diversity and energy of the Asian American community during AAPI Heritage Month.

Food vendors include:

Namit Filipino, Ekiben, Bun’d Up, E-San Thai, MD Brad Butcher and Central Asian dishes, Thai Pinto, Pho Wheels, and The Sister House! (more…)

Chevy Chase

Chevy Chase Village Announces Selection of New Police Chief

By MCS Staff

The Board of Managers of Chevy Chase Village has announced the appointment of John Nesky, 58, as its new Police Chief, effective October 1, 2023.

Per Chevy Chase Village: Chief Nesky, has over 30 years of law enforcement experience, including currently serving as Chief of Police for the Bowie Police Department located in Prince George’s County, Maryland.  Chief Nesky will succeed John Fitzgerald, who has announced he will retire this coming fall after twelve years as the Village’s Chief.

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Event

Healthy at the Harbor

National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Maryland

165 Waterfront St.

National Harbor, Maryland 20745

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Join Kaiser Permanente for Healthy at the Harbor, a free community health and wellness event taking place Saturday, June 6, from 11 am to 4 pm at National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Bring your family and friends for free full day of fun, fitness, and preventive care along the waterfront.

Throughout the day, Kaiser Permanente nurses and physicians will offer no-cost health screenings, alongside a health and wellness expo focused on preventive care education. A lively Kids’ Zone will keep children active and entertained with spin-art bikes, face painting, balloon art, games, and more.

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Events

Montgomery Parks July Special Events and Programs

By MCS Staff

WHEATON, Md. — July is Park and Recreation Month so celebrate with Montgomery Parks by taking in a Parks Playhouse or Playhouse Junior performance, a Shakespeare performance, a baseball game, Independence Day fireworks, or just enjoy nature. July events in Montgomery Parks include: 

 Parks Playhouse | July 6, 7, 12, 18, 23, 27 | Various times and locations: Parks Playhouse is a summer series of free, live performances to celebrate the artistry of local bands, troupes and groups.

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MCPD

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 58-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Vales was last seen at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, June 21, in the 6100 block of Montrose Road. Vales is approximately 5-feet, 8-inches tall and weighs approximately 180 lbs. He has salt and pepper hair with gray eyes and wears glasses. No clothing description is available. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Roger German Vales is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line) or the 2nd District Investigative Section at (240) -773-6710. Callers may remain anonymous.

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Gaithersburg

Quincy’s Club House Signs On To Take Over NYAJoe’s Space in Kentlands

By MCS Staff

Quincy’s has officially signed a lease to bring its new concept, Quincy’s Club House, to 245 Kentlands Blvd. The country club style restaurant, bar, and golf venue will be taking over the location that was recently home to Not Your Average Joe’s.

Fans of the original Quincy’s, located just a couple miles away at 616 Quince Orchard Rd, will be happy to hear that there is no current plan to close the existing bar and grille and that ownership believes both restaurant are sustainable due to the difference in concepts.

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Crime

Germantown Serial Bank Robber Who Attempted to Disarm Sheriff’s Deputy Sentenced to 32 Years

By Patrick Herron

Per the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office: In the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, MD, the Honorable Karla Smith has sentenced defendant, Steven Ray Beitzel Jr., 33, of Germantown to 85 years in prison suspend all but 32 years and five years of supervised probation upon release. The sentencing hearing was held yesterday, June 21st, 2023.

On March 23rd, 2023, after a two-day trial, a jury found Beitzel guilty of one count of Attempt to Disarm Law Enforcement and two counts of Second-Degree Assault. Following the conviction, the State and defendant entered into a plea agreement to resolve four remaining criminal cases involving charges including Motor Vehicle Theft, Assault, Armed Robbery, Robbery and Burglary. This stems from a string of incidents in 2021 and 2022.

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Gaithersburg

Update on EggMania in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Construction began this week at EggMania (385 Muddy Branch Rd), which taking over the space formerly occupied by Curry Place, next to Indian Bazaar in Gaithersburg. According to signage on the building, EggMania will have its hearing for a beer/wine/liquor license with the Montgomery County ABS on July 20th. The menu consists of egg-centric Indian street food, including a masala omelet, egg curry, and Goti Fry (sliced boiled eggs cooked with ginger, garlic and chili. Topped with American cheese and onion-tomato based gravy). EggMania currently has franchises in several states and is currently opening new locations throughout the U.S.

The restaurant tells us, “There’s lots of misconception when it comes to “EggMania”. In American culture eggs based dishes are primarily used during breakfast whereas in popular Indian street food culture, eggs based dishes are made for entrees and served during lunch / dinner and full menu items, not just breakfast. EggMania is not breakfast place. Hope to serve the community and bring this delicious food options for our MoCo residents and surrounding very soon…!!”

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Takoma Park

Planet Fitness to Open Two New Locations in Montgomery County

By Patrick Herron

Planet Fitness has announced it will be opening new locations at 6881 New Hampshire Ave. in Takoma Park and 2201 Randolph Rd. in Wheaton (Glenmont). Construction is scheduled to begin soon and both locations are expected to open by the end of the year. The Glenmont location will be next to the existing Lidl.

According to Planet Fitness, “Both locations will offer state-of-the-art cardio machines and strength equipment, a 30-Minute Express Circuit, fully equipped locker rooms and numerous flat screen televisions. They also will feature a PF Black Card® Spa area with HydroMassage beds, massage chairs, tanning, a RelaxSpace Wellness Pod (where members can relax, reset and focus on their mental health for up to 15 minutes) and a Recovery Lounge offering a multi-sensory experience combining hot, cold and compression therapy.

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Beyond MoCo

Slider Rider Food Truck Relocating to Florida

By Patrick Herron

Popular food truck Slider Rider has announced it will be relocating to Jacksonville, Florida. Slider Rider’s last day of service at 8600 Zetts Ave in Gaithersburg will be on August 20th.

Slider Rider posted the following message on its Instagram page on Thursday: “thank you to all of our guests for giving us nothing but love and support since the day we started. It is with a heavy heart that we announce the time has come for Slider Rider to take off from the dmv and land in Jacksonville beach Florida. * From today we start a 60 day countdown until august 20th the very last day of service in the dmv. We hope to get to see all the familiar faces that we have made memories with before we checkout. Follow us through this journey at Jacksonville beach until we check back in the dm our hometown.”

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