UPDATE: Luis Nunez has been located safe and unharmed.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 4th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Luis Nunez, a missing 33-year-old autistic man.
The Takoma Park Police Department recently shared a warning to consumers about gift card scams during the holiday season and beyond.
The Maryland Seafood Festival Is Bigger Than Ever for Its 60th Anniversary!
The Maryland Seafood Festival returns to Sandy Point State Park September 11–13 for a special three-day celebration of its 60th anniversary! Enjoy fresh Maryland seafood, live music, family entertainment, Chesapeake Bay traditions and unforgettable experiences along the waterfront. Check out some of the exciting additions coming to this year’s festival!
HONORING THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11
Newly announced, the festival will open on Friday evening, September 11, with a special tribute honoring the 25th anniversary of 9/11. All three bands performing that evening include veterans and active-duty military members.
Be sure to visit Old Fireman’s BBQ Food Truck and meet a firefighter who was on-site at the Pentagon on that fateful day. We are offering special pricing for first responders and military.
MEET THE WORLD’S LARGEST RUBBER DUCK
Mama Duck, the world’s largest rubber duck, is coming to the Chesapeake Bay! This enormous, family-favorite attraction has appeared around the world, and now she is making her Maryland Seafood Festival debut.
Bring the entire family, experience the joy of Mama Duck, and capture a photo you’ll never forget!
EXPERIENCE SKIPJACK HERITAGE DAYS
Taking place alongside the Maryland Seafood Festival, Skipjack Heritage Days invites families to discover the stories and traditions of the Chesapeake Bay through hands-on activities, educational exhibits and public sails aboard historic skipjacks.
The weekend culminates with a Sunday skipjack race that guests can watch from the festival grounds at East Beach. Skipjacks are living history and icons of our region—this is a rare opportunity to experience them up close.
MEET GEORGE WASHINGTON
Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with America’s first president! Presented by Peraton, George Washington will share stories about his life, his experiences along the Chesapeake Bay, and his role in the founding of our country.
“MR. MARYLAND” JIMMY CHARLES HEADLINES SUNDAY
Maryland’s own Jimmy Charles returns to headline the festival on Sunday! Known as “Mr. Maryland,” the nationally recognized singer and songwriter will take the stage alongside a full weekend of bands, performers and entertainment.
OLD BAY JOINS THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
What would a Maryland seafood celebration be without OLD BAY? Maryland’s most recognizable seasoning is joining us for the festival’s milestone 60th anniversary.
Stay tuned for exciting OLD BAY experiences, promotions, and surprises throughout the weekend!
Three days. Sixty years of tradition. One unforgettable celebration on the Chesapeake Bay.
Looking to be active? Co-located are the Big Ducking Run 10K/5K/Fun Run or the Bay Bridge Paddle!
We’ll see you September 11–13 at Sandy Point State Park!
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Wind Advisory in effect from 9am to 6pm Thursday for portions of DC, central, north central, northeast, northern, southern, and western Maryland, central, northern, northwest, and western Virginia, and eastern West Virginia.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is urging residents to plan ahead and avoid driving under the influence of alcohol or cannabis during the holiday season. To address impaired driving, MCPD has launched a “Holiday Task Force,” running sobriety checkpoints and patrols from November 20 through January 11. (more…)
HouseMouse Books is excited to announce the debut of Escape the Bookshop IV, our brand new limited-run escape room experience.
Escape the Bookshop games are always based on a real crime with connections to the DC region. They are designed and built by HouseMouse Books to be played in our atmospheric bookshop. This latest game was inspired by a true local museum theft and the goal is simple – to find the stolen object before the suspect flees the country!
9:00 am Memorial Ceremony
Join us as we remember those lost to substance use.
Yelp has released its “Top 50 Places to Eat in the MD Burbs”, focusing on restaurants located in the Maryland suburbs. We are going to look at the top 10 on this list that was created by “Yelp Elites”– a group of reviewers selected based on well-written reviews, high quality photos, a detailed personal profile, and a history of “playing well with others”, according to Yelp. Eight of the top ten restaurants can be found in Montgomery County.
Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center will host a waived-fee adoption event, “Home for the Holidays,” on Dec. 14 and 15 to help find homes for pets and clear the shelter for the holiday season.
A broken gas line has been reported in the vicinity of 14th Ave. and Erskine Street in Takoma Park. Washington Gas is responding to the situation, but the estimated arrival time for their crew is currently unknown.
La Frontera, located at 3 Russell Ave in Gaithersburg, will reopen on Wednesday, December 4, after being forced to close due to a fire during an arson spree last September. To celebrate its return, the restaurant is offering 10% off all dine-in and carry-out orders throughout December. (more…)
Some games transcend the typical Friday night spectacle, and this year’s state final between the Wise Pumas and Quince Orchard Cougars is one of them. It’s not just about the trophy; it’s about legacy, evolution, and the ever-burning quest to cement greatness. One of these two teams has won every 4A state title since 2015. The Pumas hold a 3-2 series edge, but the Cougars have won the last two. Preview and predictions for all other State Championship games can be seen here.
Montgomery County’s Office of Procurement reported record spending in Fiscal Year 2024, awarding $248.1 million to Minority, Female, and Disabled-Owned businesses and $130.5 million to Local Small Businesses, achieving the highest percentages in both programs’ histories. (more…)
Montgomery County Police 3rd District officers made multiple arrests and seized weapons, drugs, and $24,000 in suspected drug money during proactive policing efforts on Tuesday night. In two separate incidents, officers recovered stolen and discarded firearms, confiscated drugs, and arrested suspects who now face felony charges. (more…)