Gold Bunny Donuts is set to open in November at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda, taking over the space recently occupied by Donutchew, near the food court and next to Macy’s. (more…)
Washington linebacker Bobby Wagner continues to show that age is just a number. The 35-year-old veteran, now in his 14th NFL season and second with the Commanders, ranks second in the league in total tackles through Week 5 with 56, just one behind Miami’s Jordyn Brooks (57).
Wagner has been a steadying force in the middle of Washington’s defense since joining the team last year, helping lead the Commanders to an NFC Championship Game appearance in his first season with the franchise. Known for his elite preparation and football IQ, Wagner has remained one of the league’s most reliable tacklers well into his mid-30s — a rare feat at such a physically demanding position.
Last week, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich signed legislation authorizing up to $420 million in tax increment financing bonds to help finance Viva White Oak, a $2.7 billion investment featuring more than 3 million square feet of lab space, office/medical office, retail, and over 4,400 quality residences. The 280-acre site, which is located adjacent to the FDA headquarters and near Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center, is expected to begin construction this fall.
“This is a project that has been discussed and planned for a long time, and now we are getting to the point where people will actually begin seeing it take shape,” said County Executive Elrich. “VIVA White Oak will bring thousands of homes, good jobs, restaurants, stores, and other amenities to an area of the County that has needed this level of investment for decades. We found a financing approach that allows us to build the infrastructure needed to make this development possible while using the new tax revenue generated by the project to repay the bonds. I appreciate the Council, our State partners, MCB, and especially the East County residents who kept pushing to get us to this point.”
Anchored by Costco and with a focus on innovation and research and development, Viva White Oak represents one of the largest development opportunities in Montgomery County in recent years. Once completed, the development is expected to generate $4.9 billion in annual economic output and give the County $21 million year in new revenue. Additionally, the new development is projected to generate 19,000 construction jobs and 9,000 permanent jobs.
“Viva White Oak demonstrates the County’s continued commitment to supporting growth and investment in Montgomery County,” said Jared Smith, President & CEO of the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC). “The County’s first TIF gives us another important tool to compete for investment, attract businesses, and create jobs. Montgomery County has tremendous assets and opportunities, and using tools like this strategically will help us translate those strengths into long-term economic growth.”
Viva White Oak is expected to take place in two phases. In phase one, which is expected to be completed by 2031, it will deliver over 960 townhomes, 1,000 apartments, 470,000 square feet of retail space, a 175-room hotel with meeting space, up to 1,279 permanent on-site jobs, and 92,000 square feet of medical office space. Phase two, which will take place between 2033 and 2044, will deliver 1.3 million square feet of life sciences office and lab space, 400,000 square feet of Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) life sciences manufacturing, almost 2,500 additional housing units delivered, a 150-room hotel dedicated to supporting innovation, and over 3,800 permanent on-site jobs.
Viva White Oak represents the County’s first use of a TIF and follows a push by Montgomery County to remove barriers and create new opportunities for businesses to invest, grow, and create jobs. In July, the Montgomery County Council approved the Job Creation Project zoning initiative, which is expected to cut permitting time in half for development projects that are in Montgomery County’s key industries—including life sciences and technology— or are expected to create at least 200 local jobs, further showcasing the County’s commitment to powering economic growth in target industries.
The Montgomery County Department of Housing and Community Affairs (DHCA) reported that County investments in Fiscal Year 2025 supported 25 projects creating or preserving 1,827 affordable homes, a 61% increase […]
County Executive Marc Elrich issued the following statement regarding the collision that occurred this afternoon near Russett Road and Bauer Drive in Rockville, where an 11-year-old child lost their life after being struck by a Montgomery County Public Schools bus.
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The Triumph Trek at the Rio is the ultimate celebration of strength, recovery and hope — and everyone is invited.
On Sunday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation and Adventist HealthCare Home Care Services will gather at Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg for an untimed walk-or-wheel around the accessible lakeside path. This is not a race. Scooters, wheelchairs, walkers, strollers and every pace are welcome, and no one finishes last.
The Montgomery County Government has opened the Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center (FWCC) in Wheaton, the nation’s first dedicated facility to support displaced federal workers through job placement, career coaching, and financial counseling.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) has begun utility relocation work for the Veirs Mill Road Flash Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project, marking the start of construction for the County’s second BRT corridor.
Spirit Halloween is now open at 1683 Rockville Pike in Congressional Plaza, in the space formerly occupied by Buy Buy Baby. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has released new details following a collision involving a child on a bicycle and a Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) bus on Thursday afternoon, October 9.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a collision involving an overturned dump truck near the 14700 block of Layhill Road by the ICC (MD 200) on Thursday afternoon. (more…)
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Updated at 5pm: A child riding a bicycle was killed Thursday afternoon in a collision involving a Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) bus, according to the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD).
Police and MCPS said in a briefing Thursday evening that the child was 11 years old.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown co-led a coalition of 24 attorneys general and governors in supporting Oregon’s legal challenge against the Trump administration’s attempt to deploy the National Guard for civil law enforcement. (more…)