Gaithersburg-based Adventist HealthCare has announced plans to implement Epic as its enterprise electronic health record platform, a two-year project the health system describes as one of the most significant investments in its history.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a large house fire in the 14600 block of Seneca Farm Lane in the Darnestown/Germantown are on Saturday, October 10, causing more than $12 million in damage and displacing five adults and three dogs. (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.
The DMV High School Football Coaches Association has released its “Maryland Built” ranking of the top 10 all-time football players who attended high school in Maryland, based on their college and professional careers. The full list can be seen below.
Western Maryland is reaching peak fall foliage as sunny days, cool nights and a heavy frost have accelerated the annual color change, according to the latest Maryland Department of Natural Resources fall foliage report.
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.
The Eater DC “38 Best Restaurants Around DC” list offers a selection of defining culinary destinations that showcase DC and its suburbs. Six restaurants in Maryland are currently included in the Fall 2026 edition of the list, last updated October 8, with five of them located in Montgomery County.
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The annual Silver Spring Zombie Walk will return to downtown Silver Spring on Saturday, October 24, bringing costumes, a downtown walk, dancing and horror movies to the area.
Big Greek Cafe will celebrate the grand opening of its newest restaurant at 5221 Buckeystown Pike in Frederick’s Westview Promenade on Friday, October 16, with free food, giveaways and music.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a house fire in the 14600 block of Seneca Farm Lane in Darnestown/Germantown at approximately 4:24 p.m. Saturday. (more…)
Chicken Salad Chick is planning another Montgomery County location, with the fast-casual restaurant chain coming to King Farm in Rockville. (more…)
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown has joined a coalition of 45 states and territories seeking court approval of three settlements with generic drug manufacturers accused of conspiring to inflate prescription drug prices and limit competition. (more…)
Sir Walter Raleigh Inn is fondly remembered as an affordable steakhouse known for its extensive salad bar, making it a popular spot for homecoming dinners and birthday celebrations. The Montgomery Village location, now a CVS, closed in 2005, but the chain once had multiple locations across the DC Metro area, including Baltimore, Bethesda, Wheaton, and Alexandria. (more…)