Restaurant

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…)


MoCo Government

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…)


Announcement

When I moved back to Northern Virginia after several years in New York, most of my old friends had moved away. I found myself rebuilding a social circle from scratch.

I had plenty of people I could connect with online, but that wasn’t translating into anyone to grab a beer with after work, play trivia with, or text when I wanted to get out of the house. Making new friends as an adult required far more deliberate effort than I remembered.


Event

Bring your family and friends to our free , all-day outdoor Oktoberfest celebration. These will be an outdoor craft fair featuring local artisans and professional woodworkers, a chainsaw carving, woodworking and tool demonstrations by Festool, Montgomery Wood Turners and Carvers. There will also be lots of delicious food provided by El Parente Tacos, El Jeffe Wood-fired pizzas, Bruster's Ice cream and seasonal craft brews from Saints Row Brwsing Company.


Education

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.

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MCDOT

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is bringing back MonsterFlash, a Halloween-themed bus, for two events on October 26 and 27, offering family-friendly activities and information on the Flash Bus Rapid Transit system, with opportunities to tour the themed bus and learn about new transit plans in the county.

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