Pepco, BGE and Delmarva Power announced plans to seek regulatory approval to provide approximately $160 million in tax refund benefits to Maryland customers. (more…)
Seasonal retailer Sheepskin Gifts & Alpaca Too, known for its annual holiday pop-up, has returned to Montgomery Mall in Bethesda.
The store features a range of sheepskin and alpaca products, including boots, sandals, rugs, throws, and steering wheel covers. It is located on the lower level, next to Lululemon.
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.
Five Pick 5 tickets sold at Ollie’s Beer, Wine & Deli in Rockville each won $50,000 in the Maryland Lottery’s Sept. 22 midday drawing, for a combined $250,000. (more…)
Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s help locating 40-year-old Gobi Arumugam, who has been reported missing. (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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Girls Who Paint
10419 Fawcett St.
Kensington, Maryland 20895
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Montgomery County’s State’s Attorney’s Office is opening its fourth annual Speak Up, Save a Life Student PSA Video Contest on Monday, September 28, offering local middle and high school students the chance to win thousands of dollars while raising awareness about drug misuse and the dangers of fentanyl and other synthetic compounds.
Australia-based Leon’s Smashburgers is returning to the U.S. for another Montgomery County collaboration with Steeze Burger, which opened its first brick and mortar restaurant earlier this year. Steeze Burger has previously been named the best burger in the DMV by the Washington Post.
Prato has taken another significant step toward opening its first Maryland restaurant in Bethesda, with a $1.37 million permit recently issued for the buildout of its upcoming Bethesda Row location, according to Maryland Newsletters.
Club Studio has reopened its Rockville location after being closed for the past few weeks due to maintenance issues.
The Germantown Flea Market will return Saturday, October 3, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the MARC rail commuter parking lot at Germantown Road and Bowman Mill Drive. (more…)
Montgomery County’s 2026 Community Survey opens to all residents today, Monday, September 28, seeking feedback on County services and the overall quality of life in the community. (more…)
A new Parental Guidance Policy begins today, Monday, September 28, at Westfield Wheaton and Westfield Montgomery malls, requiring visitors under 18 to be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian or chaperone age 21 or older after 3pm daily.