Brookside Gardens’ popular Garden of Lights (1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902) will return for the 2026 holiday season, transforming the Wheaton garden with more than one million twinkling lights.
Maryland’s sports wagering market generated approximately $9.1 million in state contributions during September 2026, a decrease of about 32.5% from the $13.47 million generated in September 2025, despite a slight increase in total wagers. (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.
Nordstrom Rack is preparing to celebrate the grand opening of its new location at Congressional Plaza in Rockville on Thursday, October 29, with festivities beginning at 8 a.m. ahead of the store’s official opening at 9 a.m. (more…)
A 19-month-old Montgomery County girl has advanced to the semifinals of the national Baby of the Year competition, with her family hoping to bring the title home to Montgomery County.
Join artist Nora Naranjo Morse (Kha’p’o Owenge ([Santa Clara Pueblo]), creator of Always Becoming, and the community that cares for the museum’s ephemeral outdoor sculpture family, to learn about the project’s evolution over the past two decades, and what the future holds.
Learn about the art of clay, traditions of sustainability in Pueblo building techniques, and more. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly art activities, dance performances by the Zuni Olla Maidens, watch a short film, and multiple opportunities to hear from the artist, her family, and museum experts that have contributed to the care and revitalization of the sculptures.
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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.
Construction continues on the new Northwood High School on University Boulevard in Silver Spring, with the more than $213 million project scheduled for completion in August 2027, in time for the start of the 2027-2028 school year (additional photos below).
Hong Kong Tea House is now open at 605 Hungerford Dr. in Rockville, located in the shopping strip between Giant and The Fitz condominiums. Its first location opened a couple years back in Centreville, VA.
Paul Jewelers is opening a new location at 240 Main St., Suite 100, in Gaithersburg’s Kentlands neighborhood, taking over the space formerly occupied by Our Neighborhood Deli.
A Maryland restaurant has earned national recognition from Food & Wine, landing on the publication’s list of “7 Standout New Caribbean Restaurants in the U.S.”
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10:24pm MCPD update: One adult male has been pronounced dead after being transported to an area hospital.
Three men were hospitalized following an apparent overdose at the Wheaton Metro Station Monday evening, according to Montgomery County Police.
The DMV High School Football Coaches Association has released its Week 7 Top 25 rankings, featuring the top teams from Washington, D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia. Full top 25 available below.
The City of Gaithersburg’s Winter Lights Festival will return to Seneca Creek State Park for its 31st season, running nightly from November 27 through December 31.