Deep End, a darkly comedic and socially charged indie series by D.C. playwright John Becker, is now streaming nationwide on Fawesome TV. The show has also been awarded a $5,000 grant from the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County for its artistic excellence and community impact.
Montgomery County will celebrate its 17th annual African Heritage Month Proclamation Celebration on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 6:00pm at the Silver Spring Civic Center. The event, organized by the County’s African Affairs Advisory Group, is free and open to the public, welcoming all community members to take part in the festivities.
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.
The community is coming together to support the family of 35-year-old Maritza Ferman Sorto, a mother of four who was shot and killed early Saturday morning in Gaithersburg. (more…)
Customers are eagerly awaiting Maryland’s first Church’s Texas Chicken (formerly Church’s Chicken), which still has plans to open at 7722 Harford Rd. in Parkville, MD. The new location is replacing the former family-owned Greek restaurant, Pita Pan, marking the first Church’s Texas Chicken in Maryland (the company had Maryland locations under its previous ‘Church’s Chicken’ branding, but is now under new ownership).
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.
Join Oneness-Family School for a free Montessori toddler event on Saturday, November 14! In this Montessori-inspired lesson from OFS teacher Ja’Shai Rowe, toddlers will explore the story of "Leaf Man" by Lois Ehlert and enjoy fall activities and crafts. For parents and toddlers age 1-3 years.
In May we let you know of a Schematic Development Plan (SDP) by Peterson Cos. to develop parts of Rio Lakefront with up to 500 multi-family residential units apartment units and 43,000 SF of retail uses in four buildings located throughout the Washingtonian Center. The City of Gaithersburg has provided an update that consists of several exhibits of public comments made by community members on the proposal (links to comments available below).
The Montgomery County Department of Police (MCPD) is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying suspects wanted in connection to burglaries on July 13, July 26, and August 4, in the 7100 block of Westlake Dr. in Bethesda. (more…)
With MCPS considering changes to make programming “more abundant, accessible and equitable across the county,” the school district has answered some frequently asked questions about the potential move:
A new era for North Carolina football has officially begun, and a local talent from right here in Montgomery County, Maryland is at the heart of the action. True freshman Eidan Buchanan, a 6’9″, 330-pound offensive lineman from Montgomery Village, made his first career start for the Tar Heels in tonight’s highly anticipated season opener against TCU.
We’ve previously reported that the renowned Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings, celebrated for its Michelin Guide recommendations and Shanghainese cuisine, is set to open its doors this fall at the Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda. This highly anticipated arrival was also recently recommended by Forbes in an article highlighting “Where To Eat And Drink In New York City For The 2025 U.S. Open.”
San Alejo, the beloved Salvadoran restaurant celebrated for its authentic homestyle pupusas and deep-rooted community involvement, is set to expand its footprint with a brand new location in Montgomery County. The new establishment will be located at 7643 New Hampshire Avenue in Takoma Park, taking over the space previously occupied by No. 1 China in the Takoma Langley Crossroads shopping center. The restaurant opens at 11am on Friday, September 5th.
The Lancaster County Dutch Market at 12613 Wisteria Drive in Germantown is celebrating its 29th anniversary by holding a series of customer appreciation days from September 4-6th.