Bethesda

Update: The repairs have been completed and Wisconsin Ave. has reopened as of 6am Wednesday morning.

WSSC crews have been working to repair a significant water main break that occurred on Monday along Wisconsin Avenue (MD-355) near East West Highway (MD-410) in Bethesda. The incident caused substantial damage to the southbound lanes of Wisconsin Avenue, leading to a multi-day closure for emergency repairs.


DC Sports

In a recent ranking by FOX Sports, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has been named the best pick of the 2024 NFL Draft. The former LSU star, who was selected second overall, has clearly made a significant impression in his rookie season, earning him the top spot on a list that includes other highly-touted players from his draft class.

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Gaithersburg

The long-awaited Play Street Museum is officially opening its doors in Gaithersburg on Wednesday, August 13th. This new location, the first in Montgomery County, will offer a unique and engaging indoor play experience for children aged 0 to 7. The franchise is being brought to the area by a Montgomery County native.

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Education

Starting with the 2025–2026 school year, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will implement a revised grading and reporting policy for students in grades 6 through 12. MCPS shared that these changes are designed to bring greater consistency across schools, reinforce academic accountability, and set clear expectations for student learning.

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Announcement

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.


Event

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.


Maryland

Governor Wes Moore announced the launch of six pilot projects under the Maryland Coordinated Permitting Review Council, an initiative established to streamline permitting processes for major projects at the state and local levels to support economic development efforts across Maryland.

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Maryland

Maryland’s six casinos generated $165.7 million in gaming revenue in July 2025, a 2.5% decrease compared to July 2024. Of that total, $71.9 million was contributed to the state, including $51.7 million for the Education Trust Fund, with most individual casinos seeing modest year-over-year changes.

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DC Sports

With the Washington Commanders preparing for their first preseason game on Friday against the Patriots, several rookies are making a name for themselves in training camp. A number of young players are stepping up and turning heads. Starting Friday, we’ll see if success in training camp can translate to preseason games as they compete for roster spots.

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Beyond MoCo

In a major win for the local food scene, Maryland’s 2Fifty Texas BBQ has taken home the prestigious “Casual Restaurant of the Year” award at the 2025 RAMMY Awards. The victory marks a significant achievement for the Riverdale Park-based restaurant (Prince George’s County), which has become a beloved destination for authentic, slow-smoked barbecue with a unique Latin American flair.

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Maryland

Maryland’s annual Tax-Free Week begins this Sunday, August 10, and runs through Saturday, August 16. Throughout the week, shoppers can enjoy a 6% sales tax exemption on qualifying clothing and footwear items priced at $100 or less each. (more…)


Maryland

The Maryland State Police will join communities statewide for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5, with troopers from all 23 barracks participating in family-friendly events aimed at strengthening relationships between law enforcement and the public. Activities will take place at locations across Maryland, including multiple sites in Rockville and Silver Spring, and will feature food, games, and community engagement. (more…)