The City of Rockville is seeking performers and sponsors for the ninth annual Rockville Pride festival, which will take place on June 1 at Rockville Town Square Park. (more…)
Starbucks at 10116 River Rd in Potomac has reopened. The store temporarily closed for renovations on February 24.
The Montgomery County Council unanimously approved a resolution reaffirming the County’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, acknowledging past housing discrimination and emphasizing the need to eliminate structural barriers to fair housing. (more…)
Nationally recognized as the third-largest biopharma hub in the country, and home to thriving industry clusters including technology, defense, and satellite and advanced communications, Montgomery County continues to attract global brands, generate high-quality and high-paying jobs, and drive economic growth.
Recent investments from global industry leaders highlight this continued momentum.
This past March, Samsung Biologics had its official ribbon cutting in Rockville. The Korean contract development and manufacturing leader expanded into the U.S. market through its acquisition of the former Human Genome Sciences facility in Rockville. The acquisition will retain more than 500 jobs and marks Samsung Biologics’ first U.S.-based manufacturing site, further cementing Montgomery County’s position as a premier destination for life sciences companies of all sizes. “During our international trade mission last year, we met with the Samsung Biologics team in Seoul to discuss the economic momentum in Maryland. Today’s ribbon cutting is the realization of that meeting and our state’s momentum,” said Maryland Governor Wes Moore. “South Korea’s largest biotech company is opening its first U.S. manufacturing facility here in Maryland. In the state of Maryland, we are delivering for our people and not playing for second.”
Last October, biopharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca, headquartered in Gaithersburg since 2013, announced that it will build another state-of-the art facility, also in Gaithersburg. This new facility, which follows the opening of the company’s $300 million cell therapy manufacturing facility opened in Rockville last spring, will create 100 new jobs and continue to expand the company’s R&D footprint in the County. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council unanimously approved Bill 3-25, expanding eligibility for the County Supplement to the State of Maryland Homeowners’ Tax Credit to assist lower-income and fixed-income homeowners. The bill raises income and net worth limits while increasing the assessed property value eligible for the credit, aiming to provide tax relief amid rising property assessments. (more…)
Join Kaiser Permanente for Healthy at the Harbor, a free community health and wellness event taking place Saturday, June 6, from 11 am to 4 pm at National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Bring your family and friends for free full day of fun, fitness, and preventive care along the waterfront.
Throughout the day, Kaiser Permanente nurses and physicians will offer no-cost health screenings, alongside a health and wellness expo focused on preventive care education. A lively Kids’ Zone will keep children active and entertained with spin-art bikes, face painting, balloon art, games, and more.
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Montgomery County’s very own Mckinley Jovanovic is a force to be reckoned with both on the wrestling mat and in the classroom. A proud product of Montgomery Blair High School in Silver Spring, Mckinley began wrestling in her sophomore year and quickly rose to prominence– earning accolades as a men’s varsity starter, team captain, and multiple championship titles. Her roots in Montgomery County not only anchor her identity but also connect her to a legacy of athletic excellence in the region.
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general and two governors in suing the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) over the abrupt termination of nearly $11 billion in public health grants.
Montgomery Parks is celebrating the opening of a new carousel at Wheaton Regional Park on Saturday, April 5, 2025, by offering half-price rides on opening day.
Radio station Hot 99.5 (WIHT FM) just concluded its annual “Best High School in the DMV” contest on Instagram and Germantown’s Northwest High School was crowned the winner of the […]
In an exciting celebration of cultural diversity, Adobo is set to make its mark as the inaugural event at the new Plaza Stage located at Nationals Park on Saturday, May 3rd. This multicultural dance party, founded by Montgomery County’s very own Pedro Night and Walter Alvarado, draws inspiration from the vibrant communities of the DMV area, particularly Montgomery Village and Gaithersburg.
Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart released the following statement on Tuesday, April 1: (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) and partnering agencies will conduct a move over and speed enforcement detail along the Route 29 corridor on April 2, 2025, to ensure the safety of law enforcement, first responders, and stranded motorists by enforcing Maryland’s Move Over Law. (more…)