FOX5 meteorologist Mike Thomas is offering an early look at the 2026-2027 winter, suggesting the region could see an overall mild-to-warm season with fewer snow events, but an elevated risk of a major snowstorm if conditions align.
Montgomery County will host a free health and wellness fair on Saturday, September 19, offering residents access to health screenings, mental health resources, nutrition and fitness education, and other community services.
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.
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Luke’s Lobster has permanently closed its Bethesda Row restaurant at 7129 Bethesda Lane after nearly 15 years in business. The restaurant opened in 2012, taking over the space previously occupied by the Cacao chocolate store.
A former Sandy Spring Bank administrative building on Georgia Ave could become a permanent home for several Olney civic organizations and the community’s police satellite station.
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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Get into the holiday spirit at our Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Rockville Senior Center. The holiday bazaar features over 50 handmade crafters, book sale, plants sale, raffles, lunch for purchase, and more! Sponsored by Rockville Seniors, Inc.
Free admission for all ages
Montgomery County Police are investigating the shooting death of Rafael Jeremias Brewster, 32, of Beltsville, who was found in the roadway in the 1700 block of January Drive in White Oak on Thursday, September 10.
Yala Greek Ice Cream will be available in Montgomery County for a limited time as it will be among the vendors at this weekend’s Greek Festival, taking place September 11-13 at 721 Norwood Rd in Silver Spring.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Rolph Guetsa, a missing 14-year-old.
The Washington Commanders enter their season opener at the Philadelphia Eagles with no injury designations, with all 10 players listed on Washington’s final injury report expected to play.
A GoFundMe fundraiser has been established to support the Rockville family of Rylee Eutzy, who unexpectedly passed away at 17, according to the fundraising page.
An adult woman was transported to an area hospital with a non-life-threatening head injury after being struck by a vehicle at New Hampshire Ave and Valley Brook Dr in Colesville on Friday, September 11, according to Montgomery County Police.
Dunkin’/Baskin-Robbins will celebrate its grand opening at 898 Muddy Branch Rd in Gaithersburg on Saturday, September 19, from 9am-11am, with a free coffee giveaway, discounted treats and family activities.