Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) students have outperformed their peers across the state, according to an MCPS press release. According to the press release, the school system saw notable growth in secondary grades and on results from the 2024-2025 Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP).
Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) 5th District officers responded to reports of shots fired around 11:20 a.m. in the 19500 block of Crystal Rock Drive on Tuesday, August 26. (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.
The public is invited to attend the BiteMe Charity Festal, a special event presented by IVEA in support of the Maryland Food Bank. This free-admission festival promises a day of cultural celebration and community giving, with all profits dedicated to fighting hunger.
On Tuesday, Sept. 16, from 7 to 9 p.m., the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold an Open House to discuss the proposed Bowie Mill Road Bikeway located in Derwood.
Reserve your spot for an after-hour event with multi-disciplinary artist Sky Hopinka, Thursday, Nov. 5, 6–9 PM. Experience monumental nature-inspired artworks in the Water’s Edge exhibition, make your own artwork to take home at the National Museum of the American Indian.
Sky Hopinka’s photo and video art—including This is a mnemonic for Truman Lowe in the museum’s collection—shares Truman Lowe’s interest in Indigenous homelands, cultural knowledge, and traditional practices. Hopinka contributed to the exhibition catalog for Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe, writing on Lowe’s lasting impact on his work. Hopinka joins the museum for this special after hours event featuring a screening of three of his short video works followed by a discussion with Rebecca Head Trautmann, Assistant Curator of Contemporary Art and exhibition curator, along with art-making activities, and time to enjoy Lowe’s work currently on view. Sky Hopinka has been widely recognized for his experimental short films and photo-based works. A MacArthur Fellow, Guggenheim Fellow, and Forge Project Fellow, his work has been shown in major film festivals, museums, and international exhibitions and is in numerous prominent museum collections. Hopinka is currently an assistant professor in the department of Art, Film, and Visual Studies at Harvard University.
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.
The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) has announced that Merriweather Post Pavilion is now accepting Mobile Driver’s Licenses (mDL) and Mobile IDs for age verification, making it one of the first concert venues in the nation to adopt this innovative technology.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has announced the 2025-2026 migratory game bird hunting seasons, beginning September 1, with full details on bag limits, dates, and regulations available in the Maryland Guide to Hunting and Trapping.
Update: Cheickousmane Maiga has been located safe and unharmed. Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating […]
Residents of Bethesda got a glimpse into the future of transportation recently, as a Waymo self-driving car was spotted charging at an EVgo station in the Westbard area. While Waymo, Google’s autonomous vehicle subsidiary, has publicly announced its plans to expand to the Washington DC market with a potential full launch in 2026, its presence in suburban Maryland suggests a more expansive regional strategy is already underway (video of the experience below).
Frankie’s on the Park , the premier destination for tween and teen fashion, is thrilled to announce its upcoming pop-up at Bethesda Row from October 3 through October 13, 2025.
Burtonsville residents and visitors are invited to mark their calendars for the 32nd annual Burtonsville Day, a beloved community tradition set to take place on Saturday, September 20th. This year’s celebration promises a full day of fun, food, and community spirit at the Marilyn J. Praisner Library & Community Rec Center.
The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $815 million, the seventh-largest in the game’s history, with a cash option of $367.9 million for the next drawing on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.