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Written by Ben Sumner of Ki Whang Kim Traditional Martial Arts Association

Grandmaster Albert R. Cheeks, the founder and president of the Ki Whang Kim Traditional Martial Arts Association, a ninth-degree black belt, and one of the top U.S. taekwondo fighters of the 1970s, passed away on August 11, 2026. He was 74.


Announcement

Dreaming about your next vacation? Join Cruise Planners Beth Borrego and Rod Rodriguez for an inspiring day devoted to ocean and river cruises, guided tours, luxury travel and unforgettable destinations around the world!

Meet representatives from four leading travel brands, each offering a different way to explore. Discover AmaWaterways’ award-winning river cruises; Collette’s expertly planned guided vacations and immersive land experiences; Oceania Cruises’ destination-focused, small-ship voyages and renowned cuisine; and Premier World Discovery’s guided tours, river cruises and rail journeys.


Event

College Park Day is on Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 12:00 to 6:00 pm at the College Park Aviation Museum and Airport!This annual festival has free activities and entertainment for all ages.

This year includes three live music and performance stages! Dance and sing along to an exciting lineup of local bands!


Beyond MoCo

A Montgomery Village man has been sentenced to 21 years in prison for the fatal shooting of a 43-year-old man inside a Northwest D.C. bar in April 2024, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia.

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Colesville

7:45pm update: New Hampshire Ave at Venice Dr has been reopened in both directions.

MCPD and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service are on the scene of a collision in the area of New Hampshire Ave and Venice Dr. between Colesville and White Oak.