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Published January 11, 2023 at 2:55PM

While nobody matched all six numbers in last night’s Mega Millions drawing, three MoCo retailers sold winning tickets worth $10,000. Those stores were the State Line Market at 7817 Eastern Avenue in Silver Spring, Tiger Beer, Wine & Deli at 303 North Washington Street in Rockville, and Watkins Mill Beer & Wine at 857 Russell Avenue in Gaithersburg. The next Mega Millions drawing will take place this Friday, January 13, and has an estimated value of $1.35 billion with a cash value of $707.9 million. Additional details below courtesy of the Maryland Lottery:

Although there was no Mega Millions jackpot winner on Tuesday night, the drawing produced five third-tier $10,000-winning tickets sold in Maryland. Congratulations! The jackpot for the next Mega Millions drawing on Friday, Jan. 13 rolled to an estimated annuity value of $1.35 billion. If the jackpot is hit at that amount on Friday, it would be the second-largest in Mega Millions history and the fourth-largest in U.S. lottery history. The estimated cash value for Friday’s drawing is $707.9 million.

MoCo

Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless Receives $500,000 Donation

By Patrick Herron

Published December 22, 2022 at 1:40PM

Per MCHH: Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless, Inc. (MCCH) announces the largest ever donation supporting Montgomery County, MD’s success in ending homelessness for Veterans. TISTA Science & Technology Corporation donated $500,000 to MCCH to purchase the home for MCCH’s Safe Haven Program that helps Veterans transition from unsafe and unstable street life to permanent housing and re-engage with treatment services.

MCCH CEO, Susie Sinclair-Smith said, “We are overwhelmed with gratitude for TISTA’s generosity and shared commitment to end homelessness for Veterans in Montgomery County. Our partnership demonstrates how corporate and non-profit entities can work together to make a real and tangible impact on the epidemic of homelessness.

Traffic

West Gude Drive Closed Tuesday Morning Due to Collision With Rollover and Entrapment

By Patrick Herron

Published December 20, 2022 at 10:13AM

West Gude Dr at Piccard Dr in Rockville is currently shut down due to a traffic collision, according to Montgomery County Police. Chief Spokesperson for Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Pete Piringer reports that the two vehicle collision involves a rollover and entrapment. Three people have been transported to the hospital. Drivers should expect delays and seek alternate routes. We will post an update when additional information becomes available.

Per @mcfrsPIO on Twitter: “Update – W Gude Dr & Piccard Dr, two vehicle collision, with rollover and entrapment, @mcfrs SA700, RS703, A728, M731 assisting”

MCDOT

WMATA Begins Phase 4 of Bus Stop Closures at Rockville Metrorail Station on Wednesday, Dec. 7

By Patrick Herron

Published December 6, 2022 at 10:37AM

Riders can plan trips online with Ride On Real Time.

Rockville

Rockville Holiday Drive Continues into Gift-Giving Season

By Patrick Herron

Published December 6, 2022 at 10:29AM

It's Giving Tuesday and it's easier than ever to give back to the local community with Rockville's Holiday Drive. We are now accepting toy and book donations, as well as monetary contributions. Visit https://t.co/12hPc26x4A for more information. pic.twitter.com/TZRwM3DfFy

— City of Rockville (@Rockville411) November 29, 2022

MDLottery

Rockville Man Nearly Throws Away $50,000-Winning Powerball Ticket Won at Sunoco

By Patrick Herron

Published December 5, 2022 at 10:48AM

“I have never won more than $4 before so I thought the machine was not working. I am glad that I didn’t throw it in the trash,” he said, laughing.

The business owner said he remained calm about the win. He plans to use the money to pay off bills and will put some of the windfall back into his business.”

Rockville

Rockville Installs Rack to Help With Bike Repairs While on the Millennium Trail

By Patrick Herron

Published December 4, 2022 at 10:27AM

Per the City of Rockville: Your bike needs a minor adjustment while you’re out on a ride, but you don’t have the tools for a tune up. What do you do? For riders on the Carl Henn Millennium Trail near the Thomas Farm Community Center, the city has you covered. Rockville recently installed a bicycle repair rack at mile marker 0 on the trail, right behind the community center.

The repair rack, which is free to use and has tools attached for minor repairs, is not designed for locking up bicycles, but instead is intended to help keep bicycles in working order for safe transportation and recreation. Cyclists can use the tools to complete quick fixes and maintenance, such as tightening handlebars, adjusting seat posts or removing tires. To offer questions or comments about the rack, or if you would like one near you, email [email protected].

MoCo Pride

For Sixth Year, Rockville Nets Full 100 Points for LGBTQ+ Support

By Patrick Herron

Published December 4, 2022 at 10:21AM

Per the City of Rockville: Rockville has scored 100 marks for the city’s commitment to the health, welfare, safety and equality of its lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community in its sixth year of participating, and the 11th year for the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

Rockville scored 95 out of 100, plus an additional 10 bonus points, for its nondiscrimination laws, law enforcement, employment and workplace inclusivity, leadership and services to the LGBTQ+ community. Final scores cannot exceed 100.

Gaithersburg

Clear Skies Meadery to Open New Rockville Location Soon

By Patrick Herron

Published November 9, 2022 at 2:17PM | Updated November 9, 2022 at 5:40PM

Clear Skies Meadery has announced it will open its new meadery at 15201 Display Ct in Rockville on December 9. Clear Skies current location, which opened at 325 Main St. in Gaithersburg in 2020, is scheduled to remain open until March 31, 2023.

The new Rockville location will include a bigger production line that will allow the company to expand the canning and bottling of its product. Mead is an alcoholic beverage created by fermenting honey with water, sometimes with various fruits, spices, grains, or hops. Clear Skies offers a rotating list of flavors, including current seasonal ones like apple pie, cranberry, and pumpkin pie.

Rockville

Relocated Planet Fitness in Rockville to Open in December; Will be Double in Size as Previous Location

By Patrick Herron

Published November 3, 2022 at 2:49PM

Planet Fitness has announced that its new location in the Montrose Shopping Center in Rockville is scheduled to open this December. The gym is moving from its 15,000 sq ft space at 1776 E Jefferson St to the 30,000 sq ft space at 5520 Randolph Rd, which was the previous site of Gold’s Gym. This will also be the first Planet Fitness location in Maryland to feature the new RelaxSpace Wellness Pod, where the gym’s Black Card members can “select between a variety of videos, scents and even temperatures while learning more about diet, nutrition, breathing and the benefits of exercise.” Additional details below per Planet Fitness:

TIMONIUM, Md. (Nov. 3, 2022) – Planet Fitness – one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand – announces plans to relocate and expand its Rockville, Md. club. In December, the Judgement Free fitness center will move from a 15,361-square-foot space at 1776 E Jefferson St., Rockville, MD 20852 to a 30,000-square-foot space in the Montrose Shopping Center at 5520 Randolph Rd., Rockville, MD 20852.

Rockville

Baltimore Road Partially Resurfaced as Corridor Improvements Continue

By Patrick Herron

Published November 3, 2022 at 12:34PM

Earlier this fall, city contractors completed paving Baltimore Road between First Street and Edmonston Drive. Curb bump outs were installed at Baltimore Road and Grandin Avenue, and at Baltimore Road and South Horners Lane. Crews also completed grading and preparation for the installation of a pervious shared-use path on the south side of Baltimore Road between the Rockville High School driveway and Twinbrook Parkway.

Upcoming work includes installing signage between First Street and Edmonston Drive, and continuing the installation of storm drain structure and pipe between Edmonston Drive and Avery Road. To learn more about this project to improve safety and access on Baltimore Road, visit www.rockvillemd.gov/baltimoreroadproject.