The National Weather Service (NWS) has increased potential snow totals for the region, with around one inch of snow now possible across much of the area.
Drivers across Montgomery County should expect lane closures beginning in early March as the Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration starts a series of pavement improvement projects on several major roadways.
Last week, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich signed legislation authorizing up to $420 million in tax increment financing bonds to help finance Viva White Oak, a $2.7 billion investment featuring more than 3 million square feet of lab space, office/medical office, retail, and over 4,400 quality residences. The 280-acre site, which is located adjacent to the FDA headquarters and near Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center, is expected to begin construction this fall.
“This is a project that has been discussed and planned for a long time, and now we are getting to the point where people will actually begin seeing it take shape,” said County Executive Elrich. “VIVA White Oak will bring thousands of homes, good jobs, restaurants, stores, and other amenities to an area of the County that has needed this level of investment for decades. We found a financing approach that allows us to build the infrastructure needed to make this development possible while using the new tax revenue generated by the project to repay the bonds. I appreciate the Council, our State partners, MCB, and especially the East County residents who kept pushing to get us to this point.”
Anchored by Costco and with a focus on innovation and research and development, Viva White Oak represents one of the largest development opportunities in Montgomery County in recent years. Once completed, the development is expected to generate $4.9 billion in annual economic output and give the County $21 million year in new revenue. Additionally, the new development is projected to generate 19,000 construction jobs and 9,000 permanent jobs.
“Viva White Oak demonstrates the County’s continued commitment to supporting growth and investment in Montgomery County,” said Jared Smith, President & CEO of the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC). “The County’s first TIF gives us another important tool to compete for investment, attract businesses, and create jobs. Montgomery County has tremendous assets and opportunities, and using tools like this strategically will help us translate those strengths into long-term economic growth.”
Viva White Oak is expected to take place in two phases. In phase one, which is expected to be completed by 2031, it will deliver over 960 townhomes, 1,000 apartments, 470,000 square feet of retail space, a 175-room hotel with meeting space, up to 1,279 permanent on-site jobs, and 92,000 square feet of medical office space. Phase two, which will take place between 2033 and 2044, will deliver 1.3 million square feet of life sciences office and lab space, 400,000 square feet of Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) life sciences manufacturing, almost 2,500 additional housing units delivered, a 150-room hotel dedicated to supporting innovation, and over 3,800 permanent on-site jobs.
Viva White Oak represents the County’s first use of a TIF and follows a push by Montgomery County to remove barriers and create new opportunities for businesses to invest, grow, and create jobs. In July, the Montgomery County Council approved the Job Creation Project zoning initiative, which is expected to cut permitting time in half for development projects that are in Montgomery County’s key industries—including life sciences and technology— or are expected to create at least 200 local jobs, further showcasing the County’s commitment to powering economic growth in target industries.
With March being Women’s History Month, the personal-finance company WalletHub today released its report on the Best & Worst States for Women in 2026, to highlight the areas that provide an ideal living environment for women and the places that are in need of improvement.
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard will celebrate the First Day of Spring on Friday, March 20 by giving away a free 6 ounce Italian Ice to guests at more than 600 locations nationwide, with the company expecting to serve around one million cups during the annual event.
Blackbird Health has expanded into Maryland with a new pediatric mental health clinic in Gaithersburg, bringing additional behavioral health resources to children, teens, young adults, and families throughout Montgomery County.
Located at 555 Quince Orchard Road, Suite 250, the clinic offers comprehensive pediatric mental health services, including ADHD and autism evaluations, neuropsychological testing, therapy, psychiatry, and medication management.
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A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for portions of central and western Maryland (including all of Montgomery County) and northern and northwest Virginia, with mixed precipitation expected from late Monday night into Tuesday morning.
Significant eastbound traffic congestion during peak afternoon hours has led the City of Rockville to rule out permanent parking lanes on Redland Boulevard, following a fall 2025 demonstration project aimed at improving safety and reducing speeding.
Several weather models are once again showing snow in the forecast for Monday after backing off on it over the last couple of days.
Bokados is now open at the Clarksburg Premium Outlets at 22705 Clarksburg Road. (more…)
Rockville has received $2.68 million in federal earmark funding to support three infrastructure projects aimed at improving the city’s drinking water safety and wastewater system.
A group of Montgomery County students is heading to a national robotics competition after an impressive showing at both the regional and state levels.
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An adult male pedestrian was killed Sunday evening after being struck by a driver in Rockville, according to Montgomery County police and fire officials.