MCFRS

Update: The incident was initially reported by MCPD as a crash involving a cyclist, but a later update clarified that the crash involved a motorcyclist.

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) announced that eastbound Montrose Rd. is closed at Tildenwood Dr. following a fatal collision involving a vehicle and a motorcyclist Sunday morning.


Community

A founder of Maryland’s Muslim community, Mrs. Sakina A. Mohammed, wife of (late) Dr. Azizali F. Mohammed, died peacefully at home on 3:12 pm on Friday October 3, 2025 at age 92. She was the beloved mother of Zeba (Stephen), Afroze, Arshad (Lois), and Mehnaz (Mini) and sister of Mr. Amin Nathani.

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Celebrities

Montgomery Blair High School in Silver Spring just celebrated its 100th anniversary and has long been known for producing some of the region’s most accomplished and influential graduates. From Oscar and Pulitzer winners to bestselling authors, journalists, and actors, the school’s alumni roster features far more than just six well-known names, but these standout former students represent the wide range of talent that has emerged from Blair over the decades:

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MoCo

Montgomery County’s dining scene has been buzzing this fall, with several new openings drawing big crowds and plenty of excitement. From food halls to family-run cafés, and from late-night kebab spots to Michelin-recognized soup dumplings, the past few months have brought a wave of fresh flavors and local stories to the table. These six recent openings, each with its own unique backstory and menu, are among the most talked-about additions to the county’s ever-evolving food landscape.

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Chevy Chase

Shibuya Eatery has earned a place on Eater DC’s October 2025 “Best New Restaurants Around D.C.” list, standing out as the only Maryland restaurant to be recognized. The Japanese concept from chef Darren Lee Norris debuted its Chevy Chase location at 4461 Willard Avenue last month, bringing a fresh fast-casual model to Montgomery County.

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MCPS

The addition of girls flag football to Montgomery County last fall was more than just a pilot, it was a revelation. The sport quickly became one of the county’s fastest-growing and most exciting offerings, capped by Clarksburg’s march to the inaugural state title in November. This fall, momentum has only accelerated.

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Restaurants

After a few months of no movement, Dave’s Hot Chicken is officially on its way to Rockville, with “Coming Soon” signage now up at its second Montgomery County location. The California-based chain, which made its county debut in White Oak in November 2024, will soon open at 11564 Rockville Pike in the Metro Pike Shopping Center. An exact date is not yet available.

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