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Free Catalytic Converter Etching Is Back, Sept. 9
Last week I told you about my own car getting stolen right here in Damascus. This week, Montgomery County Police have something you can actually do about it before it happens to you. On Wednesday, September 9, MCPD is holding "Operation: Etch & Catch," partnering with local body shops to etch and paint your catalytic converter for free. It's meant to deter theft and help police recover a converter if it's ever stolen, and you'll get a window cling showing your car's been etched. Appointments are first come, first served, sign up with the QR code on MCPD's flyer.
Montgomery County's New Gun Law Is Now Facing Two Federal Lawsuits
The gun law changes the County Council passed in July (sponsored by Dawn Luedtke, our own District 7 rep) are being challenged in federal court, twice over. The Justice Department itself sued the county on August 4, arguing the law's 100-yard no-carry buffer zones around thousands of locations, covering roughly a quarter of the county, violate the Second Amendment. Separately, the Silver Spring Jewish Center and a local rabbi sued separately over the buffer zones' effect on houses of worship. State's Attorney John McCarthy has agreed not to prosecute anyone for violations while that second case is pending, though the county could still pursue civil penalties. A hearing on whether to block the law entirely is set for September 3.
Season Opener Is This Friday, Sept. 4
The Hornets kick off their varsity football season this Friday, away at Richard Montgomery. The home opener follows the next week, September 10 against Wootton. Full schedule at mdfootballscores.com.
📆 UPCOMING EVENTS
Last Call: Mt. Airy Fire Co. Auxiliary Buffet Dinner, Sept. 4
Fried chicken and shrimp buffet, 4-7pm at the Mt. Airy Vol Fire Co. Reception Hall, 1008 Twin Arch Rd.
Last Call: Red Cross Blood Drive, Sept. 4
American Legion Post 171, 1201 Lewis Drive. Register at redcrossblood.org, Sponsor ID ALP171 Damascus.
Daphne Hill's Fall Season Is Officially Here
The farm's fall season kicked off this past weekend and runs every Saturday and Sunday through the fall, 10am to 5pm. Coffee and donuts, beer, tacos for lunch.
The Damascus Community Fair Is About 2 Weeks Away
Mark your calendar, the fair returns September 11-13.
Damascus Freedom 5K, Sept. 12
The Damascus Freedom 5K is Saturday, September 12, at Damascus Regional Park. Benefits Disabled American Veterans, Wounded Warrior Project, Fisher House, USO-Metro DC, and Hero Dogs. Kids' quarter-mile fun run is free.
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