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Metro to Reveal Better Bus Visionary Network with 50 Events in 50 Days

Published April 13, 2023 at 7:44AM

Per WMATA: Metro announced 50 events in 50 days kicking off the next phase of its Better Bus Network Redesign. During this phase, Metro will also provide a first look at the draft Visionary Network of the future that provides frequent, fast, and reliable service, matches the region’s changing travel needs, advances equity and sustainability, and increases access to opportunities.

Starting Monday, April 17 through Monday, June 5, Metro will host community-focused events across the region and launch an interactive website where customers can explore the reimagined bus network and provide input. The Better Bus “Experience LIVE!” will include in-person workshops, community pop-up events, and virtual “lunch and learns.” The virtual “Experience LAB” will also offer people an interactive tool that enables customers to compare their trip today to their routes in the draft Visionary Network, as well as a map library to explore route profiles and the network as a whole.

WMATA

Metro Advances Final Phase of 7000-series Return-to-Service Plan

By MCS Staff

Published April 13, 2023 at 7:41AM

Per WMATA: Metro announced concurrence from the Washington Metrorail Safety Commission (WSMC) that allows Metro to move to the final phase of its 7000-series Return-to-Service Plan. Under the new plan details, the operations team will implement a 15-day manual measurement interval with a path to progress to a longer measurement period in the future.

The new 15-day process comes as a result of data analysis combined with operational considerations that will make more trains available to meet the May 7 service schedule, which coincides with the return of the Yellow Line and allows for the training of additional rail operators.

Education

MoCo Native Michael Solomon Selected As 2023 Truman Scholar

By MCS Staff

Published April 13, 2023 at 7:07AM

The Board of Trustees of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation announced the 62 exceptional college students from 60 U.S. colleges and universities selected as 2023 Truman Scholars. The list includes Montgomery County native Michael Solomon The Truman Scholarship is the premier graduate scholarship for aspiring public service leaders in the United States.

More on Michael Solomon: Originally from Silver Spring, Michael is double-majoring in history and international relations as a Trustee Scholar at the University of Southern California. Before enrolling at USC, he co-founded Montgomery County Students for Change, one of the D.C. Metropolitan Area’s largest youth advocacy organizations. Michael has dedicated years to grassroots organizing around the issues of gun violence prevention, education equity, and civic engagement. He has gone on to complete internships at multiple levels of government, including with the Montgomery County Council, the Los Angeles Mayor’s Office of Intergovernmental and Legislative Affairs, and the U.S. House of Representatives. He also worked as a policy intern for Cornerstone Government Affairs and the National Education Association. On campus, Michael works as a pro-bono consultant for Los Angeles Community Impact and serves as Co-President of USC’s chapter of BlackGen Capital. Michael currently serves as an undergraduate research assistant for a postdoctoral project at Yale University, where he studies the impact of colonial institutions on contemporary African secession movements. A child of immigrants from Ethiopia, he intends to pursue a MA/JD to combine his interests in history and the law in preparation for a career in legal advocacy. Contact: Email Michael ([email protected])

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Sign up for Good Counsel Summer Camps today!

Published May 18, 2026 at 10:45AM

Summer fun starts at Good Counsel! Our Summer Camps are packed with exciting activities, sports, creativity, adventure, and unforgettable memories for campers of all ages. From the field to the classroom and everywhere in between, there’s something for everyone at Good Counsel’s Summer Camps!

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Aspen Hill

Life Plus 40 Years for Co-Defendant in 2013 Murder

By MCS Staff

Published April 13, 2023 at 6:59AM

In the Circuit Court hearing that took place on April 11, Montgomery County Judge John Maloney sentenced defendant, Vaughn Darvel Bellamy, 32, of Hagerstown, MD, to life in prison plus an additional 40 years. A jury convicted Bellamy and co-defendant, Bryan Byrd, in September 2022 on charges of first-degree murder for the death of Alexander Buie in 2013, and multiple related charges.

In November of 2013, the defendants forced their way into a home on Grenoble Drive in Rockville, intending to rob one of the occupants. At the time, the residence was serving as a recovery house, and home to several residents. The defendants were unaware their intended target had recently moved from the home. They confronted three adult males in the home, one of whom was the victim, Buie. A struggle ensued, during which, Mr. Buie was shot and fatally wounded. The defendants then fled the residence. Neither of the other two victims were injured.

Event

Closing Reception at “Inspired!” Art Show & Sales

May 30, 2026 12:00 pm -5:00 pm

BlackRock Center for the Arts

12901 Town Commons Drive

Germantown, Maryland 20874

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Beautiful venue; great art, gifts and hand-crafted items; refreshments; and meet the award-winning painters, photographers, mixed media artists, ceramicists, fiber artists, and more – some 40 artists in all. It’s an extraordinary array of framed wall works, 3-d media including sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, and fiber pieces, and unframed prints.

Among them, you’ll see:

Clarksburg

Hallie Wells Assistant Principal, Beth F. Thomas, Wins Edward Shirley Award

By MCS Staff

Published April 12, 2023 at 7:17PM

Per MCPS: Beth F. Thomas, assistant principal at Hallie Wells Middle School, is the 2023 recipient of the Dr. Edward Shirley Award for Excellence in Educational Administration and Supervision. This prestigious award, given by the Montgomery County Association of Administrators and Principals (MCAAP), is presented annually to an administrator or supervisor who exemplifies outstanding leadership and accomplishments in purposeful leadership, instructional or systemwide leadership, human resources development, resource management, interpersonal skills, professional involvement, and community and stakeholder involvement.

In addition to her eight years of service in New York, Thomas has spent most of her educational career in MCPS. Over the last 28 years she has served as a special education teacher, special education resource teacher, alternative I teacher and administrator. In 2006, Thomas became an administrator at James Hubert Blake High School. When Hallie Wells Middle School opened in 2016, she was selected as the assistant principal and has served there since.

Crime

Police Investigating Robbery of Elderly Couple in Gaithersburg’s Crown Neighborhood

By MCS Staff

Published April 12, 2023 at 6:52PM | Updated April 12, 2023 at 7:16PM

Detectives from the Gaithersburg Police Department – Investigative Section are investigating a robbery that occurred in the 400 block of Salk Circle in Gaithersburg (video accessible below). Per Gaithersburg Police:

On Sunday, April 9, 2023 at approximately 5:05 p.m., officers from the Gaithersburg Police Department responded to the 400 block of Salk Circle for the report of a robbery that just occurred. An unknown male suspect, last seen wearing all dark clothing and a winter cap, approached two adult victims from behind and forcibly removed a purse. The suspect then fled in the opposite direction on foot.

MCFRS

MCFRS Respond to Call For Pediatric Fall From Apartment Building Window; Non-Life-Threatening Injuries Sustained

By MCS Staff

Published April 12, 2023 at 6:14PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) and police responded to a call for a 3-year-old boy who fell from the second floor window of an apartment building in Takoma Park at approximately 2pm on Wednesday afternoon. The child was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and the incident is still under investigation.

Per Takoma Park Police: “Today at approximately 2:00 pm, the Takoma Park Police Department, along with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue, responded to the 1100 block of Linden Avenue, for a the report of 3-year old male falling from a 2nd floor window of an apartment building. The child was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. This incident is still under investigation.” Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps

MoCo Government

Department of Permitting Service to Host Workshop for Civil Engineers on Wednesday, April 26

By Patrick Herron

Published April 12, 2023 at 4:17PM

Per Montgomery County: Montgomery County’s Department of Permitting Services (DPS) will host an educational workshop for civil engineers from 8 a.m.-noon on Wednesday, April 26 in the auditorium of the County’s Wheaton office building, which is located at 2425 Reedie Dr. Topics to be discussed at the workshop will include sediment control, storm water management concepts and the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s development review process. The workshop agenda is posted on the DPS website at montgomerycountymd.gov/dps.

Uncategorized

Body Located in Potomac Identified as Missing Rockville Man

By Patrick Herron

Published April 12, 2023 at 4:15PM

Per MCPD: The body of an adult male recovered along the Potomac River on Monday, April 3, 2023, has been identified. Officers were called to the area south of the Angler’s boat ramp at approximately 2 p.m. for the report of a body in the water. The body was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner and identified as 56-year-old Neil Bernstein of Rockville. Bernstein was reported missing and last seen on Friday, February 17 in Great Falls Park near Macarthur Blvd. on the Maryland side. He was positively identified on Monday, April 10.

Original Missing Person Report: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 2nd District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 56-year-old from Rockville. Neil Bernstein was last heard from on Friday, February 17, 2023, at approximately 9:53 a.m. He is missing from Twinbrook Parkway in Rockville. Bernstein is approximately 5-feet, 9-inches tall and weighs 150 lbs. He has short grey and brown hair and green eyes. Police and family are concern for his welfare. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Neil Bernstein is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line). Callers may remain anonymous.

Rockville

32nd Annual Rockville Science Day Will Provide Exciting Free Experiences for All Ages on Sunday, April 23, at Montgomery College in Rockville

By Patrick Herron

Published April 12, 2023 at 4:10PM

Per Montgomery County: The 32nd Annual Rockville Science Day will provide free experience for all ages from noon-5 p.m. at the Montgomery College campus in Rockville. Rockville Science Day, hosted by the Rockville Science Center, will feature a variety of science and technology-related exhibits, activities, games and demonstrations including rocket-building (and launching), telescope viewing and a wide variety of robots. The college is located at 51 Mannakee St. in Rockville Parking is free. Food will be available for purchase at the event.

Rockville Science Day will include backyard wildlife, ship models, microscopes, snakes, Botball, stream science, Civil War medical practice, coding challenges, math puzzles, chemistry in action (flames, explosions and reactions), electric vehicle demonstration, quadcopters, archaeology mini-digs, 3D printing and brain games.

Silver Spring

Installation Completed of 35 Sensors to Mitigate Flood Damage and Enhance Emergency Response

By Patrick Herron

Published April 12, 2023 at 3:49PM

Per Montgomery County: Montgomery County marked “Maryland Flood Awareness Month” this week by announcing it has completed installation of 35 flood sensors as part of the County’s early flood warning system. The sensors in flood-prone areas will enhance County’s efforts regarding emergency responses to flooding and mitigate flood damage. County Executive Marc Elrich announced the completed installation of the flood sensors in ceremonies at Burnt Mills Dam in Silver Spring. Among those attending were U.S Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate, Sensors and Platforms Technology Center Director Jeff Booth; County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (OEMHS) Emergency Management Director Luke Hodgson; County Department of Transportation Chief of Highway Services Richard Dorsey and County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Acting Director and County Climate Change Officer Adriana Hochberg.

The flood sensors are located at 35 sites identified by DEP and OEMHS, including high or significant-hazard dams, low-lying roads and flood-prone areas. The real-time sensors complement the County’s existing monitoring that includes DEP’s Dam Safety Operations and OEMHS’s tracking of water levels at streams and rivers across the County through the U.S. Geological Survey gauges.