Tasting Table has named Jimmy’s Famous Seafood in Baltimore its pick for the best crab cake in Maryland as part of its new list highlighting the “hands down best crab cakes in every state.” A video of the crab cake can be seen below.
Housing Unlimited has received the 2026 Collaborative Partnership Award from the Community Development Network of Maryland for a rooftop solar initiative expected to save the Montgomery County nonprofit more than $500,000 over the next 25 years.
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.
Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with an indecent exposure incident at a store in Wheaton. (more…)
Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 13-year-old Any Davalos, who was last seen on Sunday, October 18, in the 2800 block of Parker Avenue in Wheaton. (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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Scorpio season is shedding season. Let the healing power of gongs help you release what no longer serves you!
Gongs have been used since ancient times to banish evil spirits, dispel negative energy and invite sacred intention. Gongs can lead you into the parts of yourself that are ready to be shed so a new cycle can begin. This sound bath will feature four gongs and other healing instruments.
Blankets, mats and bolsters are provided. Dress comfortably.
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Big Greek Cafe is expanding into Washington, DC for the first time, with a new location planned for Tenleytown. The restaurant will open at 4531 Wisconsin Ave NW, taking over the former Maman Joon space, as first reported by PoPville.
Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 14-year-old Mason Pierre-Marc, who was last seen on Sunday, October 25, in the 11000 block of Stewart Lane in Silver Spring. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a two-vehicle collision at Quince Orchard Road and Clopper Road in Gaithersburg on Tuesday morning at approximately 8:15am. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a collision involving a vehicle that struck the side of the Einstein Bros. Bagels building at 500 Quince Orchard Boulevard in Gaithersburg on Tuesday morning.
Silver Branch Rockville Beerworks will host its 2nd Annual Ren Fest on Saturday, November 7, with a full day of Renaissance-themed festivities at the brewery in Derwood/Rockville (off of E Gude Dr.).
Maryland Governor Wes Moore announced the launch of “Megawatts for Maryland,” a $200 million clean energy program designed to increase electricity generation within the state and help lower energy costs for residents over the next two years. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is on track to plant a record 3,264 trees by the end of 2026, expanding its annual roadside tree planting program through a partnership with local nonprofit Casey Trees. (more…)