As the new school year approaches, students at Weller Road Elementary (Silver Spring/Wheaton-Glenmont) are not only preparing their backpacks and school supplies but also getting a fresh start with a […]
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Dogfish Head Alehouse, located at 800 W. Diamond Ave. in Gaithersburg, will celebrate its 20th anniversary next month.
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 Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is launching a one-year pilot program to test “Parker,” a five-foot security robot equipped with 360-degree cameras and lidar, in the Town Square Parking Garage in Silver Spring. (more…)
Chief Antonio DeVaul of the Takoma Park Police Department has announced the arrests of a 17-year-old suspect (charged as an adult), and Jery Sarceno, 18, of Hyattsville, Maryland, on charges of possession of a concealed deadly weapon and handgun on a person.
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.
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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 boxing world is abuzz with the stunning announcement that Maryland native Gervonta “Tank” Davis will face internet sensation Jake Paul in a highly anticipated exhibition match. Set for November 15th at State Farm Arena in Atlanta and to be streamed live on Netflix, according to Ring Magazine.
McDonogh lacrosse coach Andy Hilgartner is leaving the program after 17 seasons to become the new head coach at Georgetown Prep in North Bethesda, as first reported by Ty Xanders. The move marks the end of a highly successful era for Hilgartner at McDonogh and the beginning of a new chapter at one of the Washington DC area’s most prestigious lacrosse programs.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has released additional information regarding a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at the intersection of Frederick Road and Ridge Road in Germantown.
Marlo Furniture has begun store-closing sales at all six of its locations, including its store at 725 Rockville Pike. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is investigating a shooting in the 700 block of University Boulevard East. in Silver Spring that left a 17-year-old male dead.
MCPS has shared a press release highlighting that 25 Montgomery County public high schools earned spots on the 2025 Best High Schools list, published by U.S. News & World Report. Four were ranked among the top 500 nationally, and eight were ranked in the top 25 in Maryland. Walt Whitman High School earned the #2 spot in Maryland and 130th nationally.
BigBear.ai (NYSE: BBAI), a provider of mission-ready AI solutions for national security and critical infrastructure, today announced a multi-year partnership with the Washington Commanders under which BigBear.ai becomes the naming rights partner for the Commanders’ training facility in Ashburn, Virginia, now named the BigBear.ai Performance Center.