Health

Highly Pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza (HPAI) Detected in Montgomery County

By Patrick Herron

According to the Maryland Department of Agriculture, state lab testing has detected highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza (HPAI) in a Montgomery County backyard flock, prompting a quarantine of affected premises and the depopulation of birds to prevent its spread. While the risk to the general public remains low, officials urge flock owners to follow biosecurity measures, register their birds, and report suspected cases, with additional precautions recommended for hunters and those in close contact with poultry.

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Crime

Hit-and-Run in Gaithersburg Leads to Home Invasion and Armed Police Chase with 4-Year-Old in Tow

By Patrick Herron
Watkins Mill Rd and 355, via Google Maps

A hit-and-run in Gaithersburg on January 27, 2025, led to a stolen vehicle, a home invasion in Germantown, and an armed police pursuit across state lines, ending in Virginia with the arrest of 32-year-old Esmeraldo Martinez De La Cruz, who was reported missing from New York along with his 4-year-old daughter. Martinez now faces multiple charges in both Virginia and Montgomery County. (more…)

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Germantown

Red Robin Offers $10K Engagement Ring Giveaway for Onion Ring Proposals for Valentine’s Day

By Patrick Herron
Are you ready to pop the question? Get engaged with one of Red Robin’s fan-favorite golden onion rings for the chance to win a diamond engagement ring of choice, awarded as $10,000 in gift cards to a jewelry store and a $180 Red Robin gift card! See full contest details at redrobin.com/lovebird-combo (PRNewsfoto/Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc.)

Red Robin is celebrating Valentine’s Day by giving one lucky couple the chance to win a $10,000 engagement ring and free Towering Onion Rings for their engagement by proposing with an onion ring at a Red Robin location and sharing their love story online between Feb. 13-19. Red Robin currently has one Montgomery County location at 20001 Century Blvd in Germantown. Full details below courtesy Red Robin:

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Bethesda

Best Spots for National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day

By Patrick Herron
Courtesy Carmen's Italian Ice

Looking for the best spots in to celebrate National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day this Saturday? From frozen custard breakfast sandwiches at Carmen’s to espresso-infused scoops at The Charmery, there’s no shortage of sweet morning treats to enjoy on Saturday, February 1! (more…)

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MoCo

Montgomery County ABS Store to Become First in Region to Accept Mobile IDs; Program May Expand to All 27 Stores

By MCS Staff

Montgomery County’s Department of Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) will begin accepting mobile IDs at its Westbard retail store, making it the first government-run alcohol distribution system in the region to accept mobile IDs for age verification when purchasing alcohol. Following the pilot program, ABS may expand this initiative to all its 27 retail stores.

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