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Aug. 13: Cycling Safety, Gas Station Math, Tax-Free Shopping

Plus, plans for a winery nearby.

1. YOU SAID IT >> How safe is it to be a cyclist in Wheaton? “I encountered one lady the other day who stood away from the group, and nearly killed me, then chased me when she didn't get her way.” Read more.


2. NEWS NEARBY >> Plans for a winery in downtown Bethesda are in the very early stages. Read more on Bethesda Patch.


3. AROUND TOWN >> This week is Maryland’s tax-free shopping week! No sales tax for clothing or footwear until Aug. 17.

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4. ICYMI >> Could a math error bring Costco's special exception case for a gas station in Wheaton to an early end?


5. PATCH TIP >>  Here’s how to post an event on the Wheaton Patch community calendar.

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