Man Fires AK-47 Into Air, Charged With Reckless Endangerment

Sunday, November 18th, 2012, 10:01pm

GAITHERSBURG, Md. (WUSA) - Montgomery County Police say a Gaithersburg man is charged with discharging a firearm in an urban area and reckless endangerment after admitting to firing an AK-47 into the air in his backyard.

Thirty-eight-year-old Kenneth Wayne Barney Jr. is being held on $20,000 bond. He is scheduled for a bond review Monday afternoon in Rockville.

No one was hurt in the incident. According to police, a search of Barney's home on Washington Grove Lane turned up four weapons, including the AK-47, a 12 gauge shot gun and two handguns. Police say one handgun was loaded.

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Police Release Photos Of Suspect Wanted In Md. Armed Robbery

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Tuesday, November 13th, 2012, 11:53pm

MONTGOMERY VILLAGE, Md. (WUSA) - Montgomery County Police released the above photos and are asking for the public's help in identifying this armed robbery suspect.

On Nov. 5 at about 6:34 p.m. police responded to the Liberty Gas Station at 19205 Watkins Mill Road in Montgomery Village for a commercial armed robbery. Police say the suspect entered the business, displayed a gun, and demanded money from the register while holding a gun to the clerk's back. The suspect also took the clerk's wallet.

Police describe the suspect as a black male with a mustache, about 5'9" to 5'11" tall, weighing about 230 to 260 pounds. He was last seen wearing a black, nylon North Face jacket with a hood, black/nylon pants and black boots.

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5 Tips for Making Amazing Fall Soups

Submitted by Cher Murphy, President of Cher Murphy PR

Tuesday, November 13th, 2012, 4:47pm

One thing that most people can agree upon is that autumn is the perfect time for soup. Millions of people around the country eat soup in the fall, whether they make it at home or eat it while dining out. Those making soup at home are often in search of the perfect way to make theirs taste every bit as good as those they eat while dining out. With some attention paid to detail, they too can have amazing fall soups.

“People are often intimidated when it comes to making tasty soups, but it’s not nearly as challenging as it may seem,” explains Ryan Fichter, Executive Chef of Thunder Burger. “Great tasting soups are within reach for everyone to make. It may just take a few extra steps to make it happen.”

Here are 5 tips for making amazing fall soups:

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Riderwood Retirement Community Receives American Flag that Flew in Afghanistan During a Veterans Day

Submitted by Mel Tansill on Tuesday, November 13th, 3:23 pm

Riderwood retirement community received an American flag that flew in Afghanistan during a Veterans Day ceremony that honored hundreds of military veterans on Monday.

United States Marine Sgt. Carlos Batenga presented the American flag to Riderwood’s Executive Director Chip Warner, who is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and who served as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy. The American flag will be prominently displayed at Riderwood’s 120-acre campus in Silver Spring, MD, as a tribute to all veterans.

The flag was flown over the headquarters of 8th Engineer Support Battalion (Forward), Camp Leatherneck in the Helmand Province of Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom on July 4, 2012. It is dedicated by the United States Marine Corps to Riderwood in honor of residents who served in the military.

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Superintendent Starr to Hold Student Town Hall Meeting On Nov. 14

Submitted by Jackie Diaz, Web Producer

Tuesday, November 13th, 2012, 2:41pm

Superintendent Starr to Hold Student Town Hall Meeting On Nov. 14

Superintendent of Schools Joshua P. Starr will hold his second Student Town Hall meeting of the school year tomorrow, November 14, 2012, at Albert Einstein High School. Dr. Starr will answer questions from students in the studio audience as well as questions submitted in advance by email and Twitter. The event, hosted by Student Member of the Board John Mannes, will be webcast live at www.mcpsstudenttownhall.org and broadcast live on MCPS TV.

The town halls are an opportunity for Dr. Starr to hear directly from students about issues that are important to them. For more information, visit the Student Town Hall website.

What: Superintendent’s Student Town Hall

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Woman Dies After Montgomery Co. Pedestrian Crash

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Tuesday, November 6th, 2012, 10:31pm

GAITHERSBURG, Md. (WUSA) -- A 37-year-old woman has lost her life after a serious crash Monday night in Gaithersburg.

Montgomery County Police say Yessenia M. Martinez Rivas of Gaithersburg was struck by a Toyota Prius that was traveling northbound on Muddy Branch Road at approximately 5:30 p.m. She was in the roadway near Suffield Drive, according to the police.

Martinez Rivas was taken to Shady Grove Hospital, and then flown to Medstar after the accident. At approximately 11:15 p.m. Monday, she succumbed to her injuries.

No charges have been filed against the driver, 66-year-old Daniel Levine of North Potomac. Levine remained at the scene and provided information to investigators, said police.

Police continue to investigate the collision and are asking anyone who witnessed the crash to call the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 240-773-6620. Callers may remain anonymous.

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Waters-Ward Third Annual Fundraiser for Children's Law Center Held at Boffi Georgetown

Submitted by Sherry Moeller

Tuesday, November 6th, 2012, 2:26pm

Waters-Ward Third Annual Fundraiser for Children's Law Center Held at Boffi Georgetown

Attendees enjoyed Praline Bakery & Bistro sweets, Black Elk wine and light bites in the beautiful Italian kitchen and bath showroom.

Jessica Waters, assistant professor in the Department of Justice, Law & Society at American University, along with her husband Doug Ward, held a fundraiser for the Children's Law Center (CLC), www.childrenslawcenter.org, at Boffi Georgetown, www.boffigeorgetown.com, 3320 M St. NW in Cady's Alley on Saturday evening, November 3rd.