With only 11 states currently offering universal pre-K education, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2025’s States with the Best & Worst Early Education Systems, with Maryland ranked #1 in the country for best early education system.
UPDATE: The intermittent issue affecting the non-emergency lines appears to be resolved at this time. Callers can continue to call 240-683-1650 or 301-279-8000 for non-emergency public safety services.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) reports that the Emergency Communications Center is experiencing intermittent issues with the non-emergency line, and residents are advised to call 240-683-1650 instead and avoid using 9-1-1 for non-emergency matters. (more…)
Ocean City, Maryland is once again abuzz with the anticipation of the annual White Marlin Open, the world’s largest and richest billfishing tournament. As the event draws near, bringing with it the promise of high-stakes angling and spectacular catches, excitement has reached a fever pitch with the confirmed participation of basketball icon Michael Jordan aboard his custom fishing yacht, “Catch 23.”
Summer fun starts at Good Counsel! Our Summer Camps are packed with exciting activities, sports, creativity, adventure, and unforgettable memories for campers of all ages. From the field to the classroom and everywhere in between, there’s something for everyone at Good Counsel’s Summer Camps!
Spend your summer learning, laughing, and making new friends with the Good Counsel community. Spots are filling fast so be sure to register today!
Register at: www.olgchs.org/camps
A new chapter of inclusive employment is unfolding in Rockville as several graduates from Sunflower Bakery’s renowned training programs have been successfully hired by the eagerly anticipated new Wegmans supermarket. This exciting development highlights the power of specialized training and community partnerships in creating meaningful career opportunities for young adults with learning differences.
Beautiful venue; great art, gifts and hand-crafted items; refreshments; and meet the award-winning painters, photographers, mixed media artists, ceramicists, fiber artists, and more – some 40 artists in all. It’s an extraordinary array of framed wall works, 3-d media including sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, and fiber pieces, and unframed prints.
Among them, you’ll see:
In May, we reported that Andy’s Pizza will be opening a new location at 145 Commerce Square Place in Gaithersburg’s Kentlands neighborhood, taking over the space formerly occupied by MOD Pizza, which closed in March 2024. (more…)
The Fairfax County Police have announced the arrest of Christopher Dudley, a volunteer EMT with the Bethesda Chevy Chase Rescue Squad (BCCRS), in connection with multiple incidents of inappropriate contact with minors dating back to 2004. (more…)
Maryland’s all-you-can-eat pizza landscape has seen its final Cici’s slice disappear with the recent closure of the Frederick location at 5010 Buckeystown Pike. This marks the complete departure of the popular pizza buffet chain, according to the Cici’s Pizza website. The Frederick location’s phone number is no longer in service, and the restaurant is marked as closed on Google and Yelp. Additionally, it has been removed from the corporate website.
Dollar Tree is preparing to begin construction on its upcoming store at 11130 New Hampshire Avenue in White Oak, having recently secured a permit valued at over $600,000 for its build-out. The discount retailer will be taking over the substantial space previously occupied by Office Depot.
Whip Clean has officially broken ground on its new, state-of-the-art car wash facility at the Festival at Muddy Branch Shopping Center in Gaithersburg. The upcoming 11,378 square foot car wash is set to open in Spring 2026, promising a premium experience for local motorists.
The former Sodexo headquarters in Gaithersburg has been successfully rebranded as “Waterfront at Washingtonian” and is now 85% leased, thanks to a significant new anchor tenant and recent comprehensive upgrades.
Montgomery County has extended its Heat Emergency Alert through Wednesday, July 30, at 9 p.m. Forecasts indicate that heat index values may reach 105 degrees Fahrenheit or higher during this period. Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated, limit time spent outdoors, and take regular breaks in cool, shaded, or air-conditioned areas whenever possible. (more…)