For the first time in nearly three decades, the Washington Commanders and Chicago Bears will meet with the same starting quarterbacks as their previous matchup.
Montgomery County began officially recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day in 2020, replacing Columbus Day as the observance on the second Monday in October. The decision aligned the County with several other jurisdictions across the region, including Rockville, Takoma Park, Washington, D.C., and Prince George’s County, as well as multiple states that have adopted similar changes. (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.
Montgomery County residents have long expected their public schools to be places of excellence, welcoming, safe, and inclusive environments that foster learning. But with growing frustration about the condition of too many aging school buildings, Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Thomas W. Taylor says it’s time to face some hard truths and take decisive action.
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Spooky season is in full effect and there’s still plenty of time to check out some of the scariest haunted forests and attractions in and around Montgomery County. (more…)
Join artist Nora Naranjo Morse (Kha’p’o Owenge ([Santa Clara Pueblo]), creator of Always Becoming, and the community that cares for the museum’s ephemeral outdoor sculpture family, to learn about the project’s evolution over the past two decades, and what the future holds.
Learn about the art of clay, traditions of sustainability in Pueblo building techniques, and more. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly art activities, dance performances by the Zuni Olla Maidens, watch a short film, and multiple opportunities to hear from the artist, her family, and museum experts that have contributed to the care and revitalization of the sculptures.
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Scorpio season is shedding season. Let the healing power of gongs help you release what no longer serves you!
Gongs have been used since ancient times to banish evil spirits, dispel negative energy and invite sacred intention. Gongs can lead you into the parts of yourself that are ready to be shed so a new cycle can begin. This sound bath will feature four gongs and other healing instruments.
Blankets, mats and bolsters are provided. Dress comfortably.
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Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined 21 other attorneys general and the District of Columbia in a joint statement condemning what they describe as the Trump administration’s retaliatory prosecution of New York Attorney General Letitia James and pledging to uphold the rule of law.
With the first “early decision” college-application deadline looming on Nov. 1, and tuition and room and board at a four-year college costing $24,920 – $58,600 per year, the personal-finance company WalletHub today released its 2026’s Best College & University Rankings report, in addition to separate rankings for colleges and for universities.
Three Maryland restaurants (all located in Montgomery County) have been recognized among the region’s finest in Eater DC’s “Best Indian Restaurants Around D.C.” list.
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The Salgado family, known for their extravagant yearly Christmas display, will once again host “Salgado Haunted Manor” for the 2025 Halloween season, now located at 24808 Shrubbery Hill Ct in Damascus.
Ro Sushi Co., the highly anticipated Japanese and sushi concept led by Chef Sergii Mainyi, will officially open on Thursday, October 16, inside Elena James at 8551 Connecticut Avenue in Chevy Chase.
Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) 4th District officers responded around 5:05 p.m. Sunday for a report of a stolen vehicle, leading to a pursuit that began near Denley Road and […]
Less than a year after its $35.3 million acquisition by Bethesda-based Willard Retail, Rockville’s Research Row retail complex is now fully leased with the signing of ChaHalo. ChaHalo is a modern bubble tea and milk tea brand that blends traditional Chinese tea culture with contemporary flavors and presentation.
Go to Research Row in Rockville Now Fully Leased Less Than a Year After $35.3 Million Sale
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