NEW CONGRESSIONAL PLAZA APARTMENTS ON ROCKVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA TONIGHT

A Federal Realty proposal to construct an apartment building at E. Jefferson Street and Halpine Road, by Congressional Plaza, is the main item on the agenda at tonight's meeting of the Rockville Planning Commission. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in the Mayor and Council chambers at City Hall, and will be broadcast live on Comcast Channel 11.

The 5-story, stick-built project will hold 49 apartments, and an at-grade parking facility for 26 vehicles. Overflow parking is planned to be accommodated on the existing surface lot adjacent to the building.

Because the development does not meet or exceed 50% of the site's development, the project is exempt from updated stormwater, forestry, art and public space requirements. Federal Realty also proposes to correct a flawed loading dock ingress on Halpine Road during the project, making it easier for tractor-trailers to maneuver when making deliveries.

Any children in the development enrolled in Montgomery County Public Schools will attend Farmland Elementary School, Tilden Middle School, and Walter Johnson High School.

It appears the project will be called Crest II, a nod to The Crest, an existing residential building at Congressional Plaza.

BAINBRIDGE SHADY GROVE APARTMENTS CONSTRUCTION UPDATE (PHOTOS)

Work continues on the Bainbridge Shady Grove apartments, currently scheduled to open in 2015 in Rockville. Located on MD 355 near King Farm Boulevard, the Bainbridge Shady Grove will feature a cardio and fitness theater, a game room, "South Beach-style" pool with tanning deck and cabanas, and a cyber cafe.

HOSTESS BLUE RASPERRY CREME TWINKIES REVIEW (VIDEO)

Hostess has created 3 new Twinkies flavors for Summer 2014: Blue Raspberry Creme, Strawberry Creme, and Chocolate Creme. I like almost any food or drink in the color blue, so I decided to try the Blue Raspberry variety first.

How do they taste? How do they compare to the "new" classic Twinkie? Watch my review to find out! Plus, we get the latest on our expert's suddenly-burgeoning Hollywood career, which has taken another strange turn.

ROCKVILLE ROY ROGERS DELAYED UNTIL FALL

Another disappointment for Roy Rogers fans in Rockville - the return of Roy's to Rockville Pike has been postponed again. A spokesperson said Thursday that permitting issues are holding up the new restaurant. The future Roy Rogers will be on the former Century Ford dealership site, across from Marlo Furniture on the Pike. It is now scheduled to open sometime in September or October.

WENDY'S STEAKHOUSE JR. CHEESEBURGER REVIEW (VIDEO)

Wendy's Steakhouse Jr. Cheeseburger has arrived in Rockville, at the Wendy's located on the Pike at First Street. Before you start thinking about a 1/3 pound Wagyu beef patty, that's not the kind of Steakhouse Wendy's is talking about. This is the standard Dave's Hot and Juicy 100% junior beef patty, with Steakhouse seasoning added.

A garlic aioli finishes the steakhouse theme, along with other standard toppings: lettuce, tomato, red onion, and American cheese.

Does the Steakhouse Jr. Cheeseburger live up to the steakhouse hype? Watch my video for the full report!

THE UPTON/CAMBRIA SUITES HOTEL ROCKVILLE CONSTRUCTION UPDATE (PHOTOS)

Here is the latest progress at the construction site of the future Upton apartments and Cambria Suites hotel, in Rockville Town Center along E. Middle Lane. Remember, a second tower will be built later on the remaining portion of the public parking lot in front of the Regal Rockville. A second new hotel, Even Hotel, is opening further down Rockville Pike.

USA VS. BELGIUM WORLD CUP MATCH IN ROCKVILLE AT AMERICAN TAP ROOM

American Tap Room will be offering its special World Cup Menu today, during the USA vs. Belgium game at 4:00 PM. The restaurant/bar is located in Rockville Town Square. Click the menu to enlarge for detail.