Update: The adult male victim has been transported to an area hospital with minor injuries. The suspect is now in custody.
Montgomery County Police Department 4th District officers and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were dispatched at approximately 7:50 a.m. Friday to the 13000 block of New Hampshire Avenue in Colesville for the report of a stabbing. (more…)
The 10th Annual Wheaton Arts Parade and Festival will return to downtown Wheaton on Sunday, September 27, bringing artists, musicians, dancers, community organizations and food vendors together for a day of art and entertainment. (more…)
Last week, MCEDC President & CEO Jared Smith and other local Montgomery County business leaders were named to the Washington Business Journal’s Power 250 List, which recognizes influential business leaders across the DMV region. Smith, who joined MCEDC in December 2025, brings over 20 years of economic development and business experience across local and state government to the role. He is widely recognized in the economic development field and chairs the International Economic Development Council’s national Committee on the Future of the Profession, helping shape strategies that influence communities across the U.S.
During his time at MCEDC, Smith has led the development of the new Countywide Economic Development Strategic Plan for Montgomery County. The strategic plan establishes a clear, actionable framework to guide economic growth, competitiveness, and inclusive opportunity across the County. The plan builds on existing County assets like talent and proximity to world-leading research institutions, while addressing emerging challenges and opportunities in the ecosystem and workforce development.
Smith also oversaw MCEDC’s rebrand, which included a refreshed logo, new website, and the launch of quarterly MCEDC-hosted events where each convened over 100 attendees. Smith has also prioritized building a best-in-class economic development team and has made several key hires, including a new Vice President of Business Development, Vice President of Economic Competitiveness, and Chief Operating Officer.
The Washington Business Journal’s Power 250 list also recognized several other Montgomery County leaders, including Co-founder of Xometry, Randy Altschuler, President and CEO of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, Angela Franco, Founder & CEO of United Therapeutics, Dr. Martine Rothblatt, President & CEO of The Donohoe Companies, Christopher Bruch, and President of Montgomery College, Dr. Jermaine F. Williams.
Governor Wes Moore and the Maryland Energy Administration announced more than $28.5 million in funding for electric vehicles, charging infrastructure and other projects aimed at reducing transportation emissions across Maryland. (more…)
Clyde’s, a restaurant with several locations across the D.C. metro area, was recently named the winner of the “Best Crabcake” category in Washington City Paper’s Best of D.C. awards. The competition included restaurants throughout D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia.
Reserve your spot for an after-hour event with multi-disciplinary artist Sky Hopinka, Thursday, Nov. 5, 6–9 PM. Experience monumental nature-inspired artworks in the Water’s Edge exhibition, make your own artwork to take home at the National Museum of the American Indian.
Sky Hopinka’s photo and video art—including This is a mnemonic for Truman Lowe in the museum’s collection—shares Truman Lowe’s interest in Indigenous homelands, cultural knowledge, and traditional practices. Hopinka contributed to the exhibition catalog for Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe, writing on Lowe’s lasting impact on his work. Hopinka joins the museum for this special after hours event featuring a screening of three of his short video works followed by a discussion with Rebecca Head Trautmann, Assistant Curator of Contemporary Art and exhibition curator, along with art-making activities, and time to enjoy Lowe’s work currently on view. Sky Hopinka has been widely recognized for his experimental short films and photo-based works. A MacArthur Fellow, Guggenheim Fellow, and Forge Project Fellow, his work has been shown in major film festivals, museums, and international exhibitions and is in numerous prominent museum collections. Hopinka is currently an assistant professor in the department of Art, Film, and Visual Studies at Harvard University.
Event location
Girls Who Paint
10419 Fawcett St.
Kensington, Maryland 20895
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MCPS is preparing for potential HVAC problems as forecasts call for temperatures to climb into the 90s next week.
Maryland transportation and law enforcement officials are urging motorists to drive safely as the new school year begins and Labor Day travel increases traffic across the state.
The family of Rodney O. Givens, the Montgomery County Public Schools bus driver who died after his bus crashed into a utility pole after he suffered a medical emergency in Gaithersburg on August 25, has launched a GoFundMe to assist with funeral expenses and other needs.
Kitchen Social will officially open its first Maryland location on Sunday, August 30, at Downtown Crown in Gaithersburg. (more…)
The Rockville City Police Department has charged a 33-year-old Rockville man in connection with multiple thefts from vehicles in the city’s West End neighborhood.
Update to remove the previous photo caption that incorrectly stated the arrest took place at White Oak Medical Center
Takoma Park Police have arrested Richard Emmanuel Williams, 21, of Silver Spring, on charges of second-degree rape, fourth-degree sex offense, first- and second-degree assault and false imprisonment.
Flagship Car Wash is no longer pursuing plans to build a new location on a vacant property next to Lidl in Montgomery Village. (more…)