The Montgomery County Council’s Education and Culture Committee will meet on July 25 to review Montgomery County Public Schools’ Strategic Technology Plan and discuss the implementation of a revised cellphone policy limiting student use of personal devices during the school day. (more…)
Update: All lanes of US-29 (Colesville Rd) between Fenton St and Spring St have reopened. Expect residual delays.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) issued a traffic advisory at 7:08 p.m. following an incident involving a pedestrian at the intersection of Spring Street and Colesville Road. The pedestrian, an adult male, was struck and sustained serious injuries. The initial call reporting the incident was received at 6:44 p.m. (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.
Every September, the charming town of Poolesville bursts into life with the vibrant festivities of Poolesville Day. Scheduled for 10am-4pm on Saturday, September 20, 2025, this event has been a cornerstone of community celebration for more than 25 years. Held at Whalen Commons, Poolesville Day is a free, one-day extravaganza that attracts over 12,000 visitors eager to soak up the spirit of Poolesville.
We tried the legendary $140 cheesesteak at Barclay Prime in Philadelphia and we’ll tell you all about it as we answer the question everyone asks… “was it worth it?” (video below).
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.
Event location
Girls Who Paint
10419 Fawcett St.
Kensington, Maryland 20895
Make something unique from surprising upcycled materials!
MakerHive is stocked with an ever-changing supply of upcycled materials collected from thrift stores, salvage centers, and community donations. Everything is sorted, cleaned, and ready to inspire your next creation.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are continuing to search for Nehemie Price, a missing 14-year-old, and are asking for the public’s assistance in locating her. (more…)
Montgomery County has issued a Heat Emergency Alert from Friday, July 25 at 8 a.m. through Monday, July 28 at 8 a.m., warning of dangerously high heat index values of 105ºF or more and urging residents to take precautions to prevent heat-related illnesses and protect pets. (more…)
A Montgomery County jury found 77-year-old Patrick Estrella of Clarksburg guilty on two counts of sex abuse of a minor and two counts of third-degree sex offense for sexually assaulting two girls, eight and nine years old, with sentencing set for October and a potential sentence of up to 70 years in prison. (more…)
Gap at Westfield Montgomery Mall (7101 Democracy Blvd) in Bethesda has permanently closed. (more…)
Attorney General Anthony Brown and a coalition of 23 attorneys general, along with the governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania, have filed an amended lawsuit accusing the Trump administration’s Office of Management and Budget of unlawfully withholding over $38 million in AmeriCorps funding intended for community service programs across multiple states.
Montgomery County Public Libraries will host “Vinyl Day: Just for the Record” on Saturday, Aug. 9 at the Brigadier General Charles E. McGee Library in Silver Spring, featuring live DJ performances, workshops, and interactive exhibits celebrating the cultural impact of vinyl records and creative arts.
The future of the Washington Commanders’ new stadium at the RFK campus in Washington, D.C., is moving forward with significant developments. The D.C. Council is set to vote on the RFK campus legislation on Friday, August 1, 2025, after reaching a “much-improved agreement” with the Commanders. This vote could pave the way for the team’s return to its historic home.