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Java Nation’s fourth location brings a latte to Silver Spring
Java Nation, a combination coffee bar and restaurant, opened its fourth locationin Montgomery County in March. The new Silver Spring locale features two distinct concepts, each with its own hours and offerings: Java Restobar is a full-service restaurant and bar with outdoor seating, and Java Market offers an espresso bar with grab-and-go food options. The vibe at Restobar is contemporary with mid-century modern wooden furniture and glass pendant lighting, making it ideal for breakfast, lunch or dinner, all of which are served daily. You’ll also find live music from local artists on the expansive 80-seat patio (check the website for the schedule). At both Restobar and Java Market, customers will find house-roasted coffee drinks (try the honey lavender latte), Instagrammable pastries and locally sourced products. Standout dishes at the full-service restaurant include the savory leek-and-Gruyère quiche, the huevos rancheros on crunchy corn tacos with avocado, and the linguine tossed with sauteed spinach, shrimp, garlic, butter and parmesan. For dessert, you can’t go wrong with any of the housemade treats, including tres leches cake and expertly crafted espresso martinis.
Free ‘Afro-Latin Dance Party’ on Tuesday, July 16
There will be a free “Afro-Latin Dance Party” on Tuesday, July 16 at Veterans Plaza (1 Veterans Pl.) in Silver Spring. Per the news release: “Sunset Tuesdays in Silver Spring from 7-9 p.m. on July 16 will feature the free “Afro-Latin Dance Party” on Veterans Plaza. The event will feature the sounds of Bachata, Salsa, Merengue, Kizomba and more.
Ezekial Solomon Killed In Motorcycle Crash In Maryland
Silver Spring resident Ezekial Solomon has been identified by investigators as the motorcyclist killed on Saturday afternoon after crashing into a Honda that was making a turn in North Bethesda. First responders were called at approximately 5 p.m. on July 13 to the intersection of Old Georgetown Road and Tilden...
Family, Community Call Out for Police Video in Officer-Involved Fatal Shooting
According to Montgomery County Police, officers responded to an emergency call and determined that an adult male and his mother were inside an apartment. The officers heard gunshots and began an emergency response. After negotiating with the suspect, an officer entered the apartment and shot him, according to police. No...
Detectives Investigate Old Georgetown Road Fatal Collison; Victim’s Identity Released – MocoFeed
Gaithersburg, MD – Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Collision Reconstruction Unit are investigating a fatal collision that occurred on Saturday, July 13, 2024. At approximately 5 p.m., 2nd District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the intersection of Old Georgetown Road...
University of Maryland pays $500,000 to settle foreign funding allegations
(WBFF) — The University of Maryland, College Park (UMD) agreed to pay $500,000 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act, the Department of Justice said today. The allegations stem from research grant support UMD received between 2015-2020 from the National Science Foundation and the Department of...
InTERPShip Academy Highlight: Sydney Lewis
Maryland softball’s Sydney Lewis is one of more than 40 student-athletes to land an internship over the summer in conjunction with Maryland Made’s InTERPship Academy. Lewis, a rising junior studying communication, is interning with the Baltimore Orioles in their marketing and communication departments. She’s working with the Orioles for eight weeks, during which time she’s browsing through and shadowing various teams and learning about their operations.
Football Player Capsules: Keyari James
Fall camp begins in August, and to preview the upcoming 2024 season we take a look at each scholarship player on Maryland’s roster, from jersey No. 0 to No. 99. RECRUITING: The Canadian native James transferred from a school in Canada to Clearwater International Academy (Fla. To continue reading,...
MD Rockfish Season on Hold Until August
While we are suffering through Excessive Heat Warnings and climbing temperatures in the Bay region this July, catch-and-release rockfish are suffering too. That’s why the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has closed the recreational striped bass fishery for the next two weeks, July 16 through July 31. All anglers and charter boat operators will have to stop fishing or target other species until August 1.
Chesapeake And Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund Provides $35.8 Million For Ecological Restoration Projects
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is awarding $35.8 million from the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund to 34 ecological restoration projects encompassing 122 sites throughout the state for Fiscal Year 2025. The projects were selected to improve water quality and habitat in the Chesapeake Bay watershed while building local resilience to climate impacts.
Sweltering weather through Wednesday in Maryland before relief on Thursday
BALTIMORE -- WJZ First Alert Weather Days continue today and Wednesday for dangerous heat and humidity. Maryland is under Excessive Heat Warnings and Heat Advisories for heat index values up to 108° and 110°. This kind of heat isn't just extremely uncomfortable but dangerous. Please take heat precautions including drinking plenty of water, taking breaks in the A/C, avoiding direct sunlight, and checking in on pets and the elderly. Highs today will top out around 100°. BWI is headed for 102° and Wednesday's high temperatures will top out in the upper 90s. We hit 102° Monday which matched the previous record from 1995....
Pre-K enrollment in Maryland ticks back up under Blueprint. What are benefits, challenges?
For the first time since the pandemic, the number of children in Maryland enrolled in pre-Kindergarten programs climbed above 30,000 last year. Since then, that number has grown even more and additional enrollment is expected. The state is in the early stages of implementing the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, a decade-long education reform...
Angry patients spur new state watchdogs to bring down drug prices
Spurred by fed-up consumers, states are trying to curb spiraling prescription drug costs by assembling special public boards to investigate and regulate pricing. The idea is similar to a local utility board: a public group that sets rules or makes recommendations to ensure that what they’re regulating — in this case, prescription medications — is affordable.
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