Charley Prime Foods, at 9811 Washington Blvd in Gaithersburg’s Rio has reopened after an equipment issue in its kitchen forced the restaurant to close over the weekend. (more…)
Game of the Week Preview: Northwest (6-1) at Quince Orchard (7-0) (more…)
The Maryland Seafood Festival Is Bigger Than Ever for Its 60th Anniversary!
The Maryland Seafood Festival returns to Sandy Point State Park September 11–13 for a special three-day celebration of its 60th anniversary! Enjoy fresh Maryland seafood, live music, family entertainment, Chesapeake Bay traditions and unforgettable experiences along the waterfront. Check out some of the exciting additions coming to this year’s festival!
HONORING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11
Newly announced, the festival will open on Friday evening, September 11, with a special tribute honoring the 25th anniversary of 9/11. All three bands performing that evening include veterans and active-duty military members.
Be sure to visit Old Fireman’s BBQ Food Truck and meet a firefighter who was on-site at the Pentagon on that fateful day. We are offering special pricing for first responders and military.
MEET THE WORLD’S LARGEST RUBBER DUCK
Mama Duck, the world’s largest rubber duck, is coming to the Chesapeake Bay! This enormous, family-favorite attraction has appeared around the world, and now she is making her Maryland Seafood Festival debut.
Bring the entire family, experience the joy of Mama Duck, and capture a photo you’ll never forget!
EXPERIENCE SKIPJACK HERITAGE DAYS
Taking place alongside the Maryland Seafood Festival, Skipjack Heritage Days invites families to discover the stories and traditions of the Chesapeake Bay through hands-on activities, educational exhibits and public sails aboard historic skipjacks.
The weekend culminates with a Sunday skipjack race that guests can watch from the festival grounds at East Beach. Skipjacks are living history and icons of our region—this is a rare opportunity to experience them up close.
MEET GEORGE WASHINGTON
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with America’s first president! Presented by Peraton, George Washington will share stories about his life, his experiences along the Chesapeake Bay, and his role in the founding of our country.
“MR. MARYLAND” JIMMY CHARLES HEADLINES SUNDAY
Maryland’s own Jimmy Charles returns to headline the festival on Sunday! Known as “Mr. Maryland,” the nationally recognized singer and songwriter will take the stage alongside a full weekend of bands, performers and entertainment.
OLD BAY JOINS THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
What would a Maryland seafood celebration be without OLD BAY? Maryland’s most recognizable seasoning is joining us for the festival’s milestone 60th anniversary.
Stay tuned for exciting OLD BAY experiences, promotions, and surprises throughout the weekend!
Three days. Sixty years of tradition. One unforgettable celebration on the Chesapeake Bay.
Looking to be active? Co-located are the Big Ducking Run 10K/5K/Fun Run or the Bay Bridge Paddle!
We’ll see you September 11–13 at Sandy Point State Park!
Back in June we let you know that MCPS planned to make the move away from requiring employees to fill out physical timesheets and leave request forms during thie 2024/2024school year, and the school system confirmed in its Staff Bulletin that it will be launching Hub+ this December to make that happen.
ZiZa Kabob, which opened its first restaurant at 7351 Assateague Dr. in Jessup, has signed on to open its second location in the Twinbrook Quarter development that will feature the upcoming Wegmans in Rockville. ZiZa is associated with Baltimore’s Maiwand Grill and Kabul Grill.
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!
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Earlier this week, DC-based &Pizza announced a limited-time dessert called “Marion Berry Knotts,” described as “Marion berry filled knots topped with icing, powdered sugar, and then even more powdered sugar.” (more…)
On Wednesday, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich announced the launch of a $10 million Job Creation Fund, providing financial incentives to businesses in key industries that create high-paying jobs, with additional support for companies in disadvantaged areas, as part of a broader effort to boost economic growth and support innovation in the County. (more…)
The Rockville City Police Department (RCPD) has announced the arrest of a 28-year-old man in connection to two separate stabbings that occurred near the Twinbrook Metro station on Sunday, October 13. (more…)
A retired truck driver from Gaithersburg is $100,000 richer after purchasing a winning lottery scratch-off ticket from the Check Cash Depot at 107 East Diamond Ave. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
Several businesses were broken into overnight at the Sunshine Square shopping center in Rockville. (more…)
Earlier this week, Montgomery Public Schools submitted the Superintendent’s Recommended FY 2026 Capital Budget and Amendments to the FY 2025–2030 Capital Improvements Program to the Montgomery County Board of Education.