Maryland’s sports wagering market generated more than $9.1 million in state contributions during April 2026, according to state gaming officials. Bettors wagered more than $574.2 million during the month and won back approximately $511.1 million in prizes, while sportsbook operators held 11 percent of total wagers. Through the first 10 months of Fiscal Year 2026, sports wagering has contributed nearly $114.8 million to the state. (more…)
A Cantina The Brazilian Pizzeria at 8359 Snouffer School Rd in Gaithersburg has permanently closed. (more…)
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Last summer, The Washington Post asked readers and food writers, “What’s the best sandwich in DC?” and ranked winners across eleven categories. In the Philly cheesesteak category, the top spot went to Soko Butcher at 7306 Carroll Ave in Takoma Park, MD.
Montgomery Blair High School graduate Patrick Lee, a tech entrepreneur and philanthropist best known as a co-founder of Rotten Tomatoes, will be inducted into the Montgomery Blair Alumni Association Hall of Fame as part of the school’s 2026 Centennial celebration on Saturday, May 16.
McMillan Pazdan Smith (MPS) is announcing its acquisition of Smolen Emr Ilkovitch Architects (SEI) of Rockville, Maryland. This partnership expands MPS’s presence into the U.S. Mid-Atlantic with a new studio and grows the reach of the firm’s K12 architecture, interior design, planning, and advisory practice to clients in Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the surrounding region. The addition reinforces the firm’s place among the top 25 K-12 architecture practices in the United States.
“We are excited to welcome SEI to the MPS firm family. The SEI team shares our commitment to purposeful and expert design and project execution, exceptional client service, and deep community–centered relationships and presence,” says Chad Cousins, CEO, McMillan Pazdan Smith. “Together, we will support the continued growth, vibrancy, and sustainability of the DMV region with long term community investments, and industry-leading design, planning, and advisory value.”
Grab your costume and join us for Halloween on the Green at Cabin John Village. From 11AM – 1PM, kids and families can enjoy a fun-filled foam party, live music, face painting, balloon art, crafts and more! Celebrate spooky season with friends and family!
Montgomery County Police responded late Sunday night to the report of a non-contact shooting in the 13400 block of Parkland Drive in Rockville. (more…)
The Montgomery County community is rallying to support the family of 14-year-old Jossedan Sorto Rivera, an 8th grade student at A. Mario Loiederman Middle School who died following a serious crash earlier this month in Frederick County.
Permanent signage is up for Sakura Go at 20940-B Frederick Road at the Neelsville Village Center in Germantown. (more…)
Montgomery County is inviting landscapers to attend a hands-on Landscaping with Batteries Training & Certification event on May 13 from 9 am to 1 pm in Derwood. (more…)
Another Panera Bread location in Montgomery County is now officially nearing its final days. An employee at the Rockville Town Center location confirmed Sunday evening that the restaurant’s last day of business is expected to be Tuesday, May 19.
Update: The opening has been pushed back to Thursday, June 4th.
Wonder has officially announced the grand opening date for its first Montgomery County location, with the modern food hall concept set to debut on Thursday, June 4th at 12240 Rockville Pike in North Bethesda/Rockville.
TMGOC Ventures has acquired the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel at 5701 Marinelli Road in North Bethesda, according to a company press release. A sale price was not disclosed.