The Maryland Insurance Administration is encouraging property owners to periodically check their property records for unauthorized activity as part of a new consumer advisory about deed and title fraud.
Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s help locating Jane Cuplin, 81, who was last seen around 2pm on Tuesday, October 13, leaving the 6100 block of Montrose Road in Rockville. (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.
Metro Urgent Dental, a new dental practice focused on same-day and walk-in care, will open Friday, October 16 at 923 Bonifant St in Downtown Silver Spring.
Calvert Cliffs State Park has been named one of the best places in America to hunt for fossils in a new feature from Southern Living, about a 90 minute drive from many parts of Montgomery County.
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.
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Join Oneness-Family School for a free Montessori toddler event on Saturday, November 14! In this Montessori-inspired lesson from OFS teacher Ja’Shai Rowe, toddlers will explore the story of "Leaf Man" by Lois Ehlert and enjoy fall activities and crafts. For parents and toddlers age 1-3 years.
Maryland food blogger and content creator Nomtastic Kim recently shared nine of her favorite desserts from across the state, featuring everything from a massive chocolate chip cookie and cupcakes to Japanese-Basque cheesecake, pastries and a flaming affogato.
The Takoma Park Police Department, Prince George’s County Police Department and Maryland-National Capital Park Police will hold an interjurisdictional public safety meeting.
The Fall Artisan Market will return to rio in Gaithersburg for a two-day event on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25, from 11am-5pm each day.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a golf cart rollover at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm in Potomac around 2:10 p.m. Tuesday.
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Update: All lanes of southbound I-270 prior to MD-121 (Clarksburg Rd) have reopened. Expect residual delays.
All southbound lanes of I-270 are shut down between Exit 22 and Exit 18 following a collision Tuesday afternoon, according to Montgomery County Police. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) will host its second annual Public Safety Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 30, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Public Safety Headquarters, located at 100 Edison Park Drive in Gaithersburg. (more…)
Kellem Coffee officially opened Tuesday, October 13, inside Commas Food Hall at Ellsworth Place in downtown Silver Spring, bringing traditional Ethiopian coffee, East African breakfast dishes and other morning offerings to the food hall. (more…)