Second suspect in local gold bar scam arrested in Chicago

County fair opens with food, rides and fun; Silver Spring woman, 100, is honored as Commanders super fan

August 12, 2024 10:00 a.m.

Montgomery County police announced that a second suspect in a so-called gold bar scam that targeted a local woman was arrested in Chicago last month as he apparently tried to leave the country. The woman was bilked out of nearly $800,000, according to authorities. [WTOP]

County fair opens with lots of food, rides and fun

Crowds packed the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair in Gaithersburg as it opened Saturday—a day later than planned after the remnants of Hurricane Debby forced the cancellation of Friday’s opening day. [DC News Now]

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Silver Spring woman, 100, honored as Commanders super fan

Silver Spring resident Melba Jacobson, 100, a Washington Commanders fan for more than 80 years, was honored by the team and other fans during a final practice last week. [MyMCMedia]

Today’s weather: Mostly sunny, with a high near 83

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