Natasha Rothwell, a native of Waldorf, Maryland, has received a 2025 Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her acclaimed role as Belinda Lindsey in the third season of HBO’s “The White Lotus.”
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to multiple water rescue incidents across the county on Saturday, involving vehicles stranded in high water due to flash flooding. (more…)
Miniso, a Japanese themed novelty store, is now open in the Fox Chapel Shopping Center at 19721 Frederick Rd in Germantown.
Celebrate Bookstore Romance Day with Romantique Books! Join us for an afternoon dedicated to romance readers, indie authors, and the local bookish community. Browse signed romance books, discover your next favorite read through our curated Blind Date with a Book bundles, and shop a wide selection of bookish gifts, stickers, bookmarks, reading accessories, and more.
Meet local romance authors, explore unique creations from local vendors, enjoy permanent jewelry and tiny book-themed tattoos, and celebrate independent bookstores with fellow readers. The first 50 guests will receive exclusive Bookstore Romance Day swag bags filled with bookish goodies, and a few lucky attendees may even discover extra surprise treats tucked inside.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has released additional information regarding a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred Friday night in Calverton. (more…)
Bitez, a new dining establishment specializing in halal cuisine, has officially opened its doors at 13525 Clopper Rd. in Germantown’s Seneca Plaza– located near Mamma Lena and Rio Grande. The restaurant offers a diverse menu that includes options such as chicken over rice, lamb gyro over rice, falafel over rice, pita wraps, salads, desserts, and drinks.
Maryland holds the distinction of being the only U.S. state without any natural lakes. All of Maryland’s “lakes,” such as Deep Creek Lake and Loch Raven Reservoir (and every other lake), are actually man-made reservoirs created by damming rivers.
FingerLicking SoulFood, a Jamaican-style restaurant that began as a food truck in Frederick County, is now open in the Westfield Wheaton Mall food court.
The Learning Experience, an 11,972-square-foot preschool and daycare center, is currently under construction at 9963 Stedwick Road in Montgomery Village. According to Maryland Newsletters, the project is valued at $2.87 million. (more…)
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is conducting a major boundary study in light of new developments and expansions within the school district. The study is driven by the upcoming openings of Crown High School and Woodward High School, as well as the planned expansion of Damascus High School. MCPS has announced that the boundary survey will be closing soon and is urging stakeholders to participate, as the outcomes could directly affect where students will attend school.
Montgomery County-based Steeze Burger, previously recognized as the #1 burger in the DC area by the Washington Post, has garnered a large following, resulting in long lines and thousands of fans throughout the region. This week, they partnered with Leon’s Smashburgers, a renowned brand from Australia, for two pop-up events. The first took place on Friday, with a second scheduled for Sunday, July 20th, at Two Story Chimney in Gaithersburg/Damascus (video below).