Beyond MoCo

A late-night altercation in the 3100 block of Wilson Boulevard in Arlington, VA resulted in multiple arrests and charges against three individuals from Germantown, MD on March 10. Arlington police were dispatched to the scene at approximately 1:52 a.m. after receiving reports of a fight inside a business.

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Clarksburg

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a building fire at a large storage barn on Burnt Hill Rd in Clarksburg on Monday evening.

According to MCFRS spokesperson David Pazos, the fire was reported around 5:37 PM after a person using binoculars saw smoke. Crews located the building with help from the 911 caller and extinguished the fire.


Sponsored

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…)


MoCo Government

The Montgomery County Council will meet on March 11 to hold public hearings on the More Housing N.O.W. package, which aims to expand workforce housing and streamline housing development approvals. The meeting will also include votes on zoning changes, supplemental appropriations for Montgomery County Public Schools, and a financial assurance plan for stormwater management, along with a proclamation recognizing Women’s History Month. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County government: (more…)


Event

In partnership with Colony Grill, come to Cabin John Village for free outdoor movies every second Friday of the month from May-October. Kids activities start at 6:30 PM with face painting and balloon twisting. All movies begin at sunset!

We are excited to kick the series off with Finding Dory on May 8, 2026.


Bethesda

Federal Realty has announced recently opened and soon-to-open establishments for Bethesda Row, located at the intersection of Bethesda Avenue and Arlington Road in Bethesda, MD. Celebrating 30 years in 2024, the Bethesda Row neighborhood is home to restaurants and retail with a total of 536,000 square feet of mixed-use space.

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DMV

Meteorologist Eileen Whelan announced that she has decided to leave Good Morning Washington to focus on weather, her “first love and lifelong passion.” She will remain with 7News/WJLA and continue to provide weather forecasts, including those during the show.

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Rockville

Rockville is seeking military members and veterans to speak at its annual Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies, sharing their experiences and reflections on service. The Memorial Day event is on May 26, and the Veterans Day ceremony is on November 11; interested speakers can contact Cristina Willis at 240-314-8610 or [email protected].

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