Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded around 1 p.m. Sunday to a collision at E. Village Avenue and Harron Valley Way in Montgomery Village. (more…)
|
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) reports that 17-year-old Charly Blayner Vail Lucas of Silver Spring was killed and a 21-year-old man remains hospitalized in critical condition after a shooting Friday night at Long Branch Local Park. (more…)
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 Rockville Antique and Classic Car Show will take place on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Rockville Civic Center Park, featuring vehicles from 33 car clubs, live music, a flea market, food, and family-friendly activities, with free admission for spectators. (more…)
The City of Rockville will hold a 9/11 remembrance ceremony at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 11, at Courthouse Square Park to honor the 11 Montgomery County residents who lost their lives in the attacks, featuring a presentation of colors and remarks by Mayor Monique Ashton.
Blackbird Health has expanded into Maryland with a new pediatric mental health clinic in Gaithersburg, bringing additional behavioral health resources to children, teens, young adults, and families throughout Montgomery County.
Located at 555 Quince Orchard Road, Suite 250, the clinic offers comprehensive pediatric mental health services, including ADHD and autism evaluations, neuropsychological testing, therapy, psychiatry, and medication management.
Add to Calendar
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.
|
On Wednesday, Sept. 3, MCDOT began an emergency closure of Wasche Road from W. Hunter Road to Martinsburg Road in Dickerson to replace failing twin corrugated pipes with twin concrete pipes, with local traffic allowed up to 19754 Wasche Road, a signed detour in place, weekday work hours from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the closure expected to last about three weeks. (more…)
|
Update from the GoFundMe fundraiser: “Darwins case is still under investigation, and we were updated today that his tragedy was due to a hit and run. Thank you so much for your help and compassion.”
The community is rallying to support the family of Darwin Garcia Lopez, an 18-year-old from Gaithersburg who passed away on September 2, after suffering a severe head injury when he hit a pothole while riding his electric bike home from the gym. A fundraiser has been launched to help his grieving family cover funeral expenses and honor his memory during this difficult time.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is advising residents on safe ways to manage spotted lanternflies, warning against using sticky traps, glue traps, insecticides, or harmful homemade mixtures, as these can unintentionally harm birds, pollinators, and other wildlife. Instead, officials recommend using circle traps to capture the insects and encourage residents to report sightings across the state to support research and management efforts. (more…)
|
Irene’s Pupusas has opened its newest restaurant in the space most recently occupied by Kat’s Kitchen and formerly home to Dominic’s Italian Grille at 12854 New Hampshire Ave. in Colesville’s Meadowood shopping center. The newest location opened earlier this summer.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) responded to a shooting on Sunday in Rockville where one person sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound and was transported to an area hospital.
A pony that was reported missing after a collision with a vehicle on Burnt Hill Road in Clarksburg is safe and back home, according to a recent update.