The Sandy Spring Museum’s (17901 Bentley Road) annual Strawberry Festival will return on Saturday, June 6. The museum began hosting the event back in 1981.

The Strawberry Festival is described as a giant block party, picnic, neighborhood gathering, and community celebration all rolled into two days of outdoor, family-friendly fun, featuring live music, food truck’s, and the “world’s greatest strawberry shortcake.”

“A full day of family-friendly activities and old-fashioned fun including the world’s greatest strawberry shortcake, live entertainment from two stages, hands-on cultural heritage activities, an animal petting zoo, a strawberry spirit costume contest, strawberry-themed drinks and local brews, regional cuisine, 50+ craft vendors, a giant plant sale, a strawberry shortcake-eating contests, and more, all rolled into one-giant community party. Credit cards only at admissions; no cash.”

The Montgomery County Council’s Public Safety Committee unanimously passed Bill 5-26, known as the Unmask ICE Act, which would prohibit federal, state, and local law enforcement officers from wearing masks or facial coverings while on duty in the county, with limited exceptions.

The bill, led by Will Jawando and supported by multiple councilmembers, was amended to align with pending state legislation, including adding identification requirements, establishing a public complaint process, and setting the measure to sunset once a statewide policy takes effect.

The legislation is scheduled for a full Council vote on April 28, according to Natali Fani-González. Supporters say the bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in law enforcement, while addressing community concerns about masked officers. The proposal also reflects broader coordination with state-level efforts awaiting action from Wes Moore.

William Bugg, 58, of Brookeville, pleaded guilty in Montgomery County Circuit Court to a theft scheme exceeding $100,000 after defrauding 12 victims of nearly $280,000 over several years.

Prosecutors said he solicited investments tied to luxury sports suites and a landscaping business, collecting payments through peer-to-peer platforms, checks, and cash while falsely promising returns.

Authorities determined Bugg did not have access to the sports suites or own the landscaping company, and none of the victims received any return on their investments. He faces up to 20 years in prison and a $25,000 fine, with sentencing scheduled for August 14, 2026.