Rockville entrepreneurs Tiffany and Chris McCasland, co-founders of The Chair Blanket, appeared on ABC’s Shark Tank Wednesday night, where they secured a deal with investor Robert Herjavec.
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Montgomery County Public Schools wrapped up Black History Month by honoring some of its longest-serving educators, and among those recognized was a familiar and deeply respected face to generations of Silver Spring families, Mrs. Estelle Moore.
A major influencer basketball event is coming to Silver Spring this spring as the J.Addo Birthday Basketball Classic tips off on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 2pm-6pm at John F. Kennedy High School.
Montgomery Parks is unveiling new interpretive panels and a listening post at Johnson’s Local Park that spotlight the powerful and often untold history of the Emory Grove community in Gaithersburg.
Founded in 1864 by formerly enslaved African Americans, Emory Grove grew into a self-sustaining community rooted in faith, tradition, and resilience. For nearly a century, it thrived as a cultural and spiritual center for Black families in Montgomery County.
Roberto Clemente Middle School in Germantown brought its community together in a big way this month with a Black History Month talent show that doubled as a celebration of student creativity, mentorship, and school pride.
The Montgomery County community is rallying around 18-year-old Andy Fon Koh as he continues to fight for his life following a devastating car crash earlier this month.
Carmen’s Italian Ice is celebrating a major milestone this year, marking 25 years of serving a beloved taste of summer that has become a tradition for families across Montgomery County.
Nearly 100 local businesses, nonprofits, county agencies, and community organizations will come together on Sunday, March 1, as the Olney Chamber of Commerce hosts its 44th Annual Community Day, Montgomery County’s longest-running business and family expo.
A legendary chapter of Maryland high school football is being brought to life in a new book written by former Seneca Valley High School athletic director Ray Sacramo and longtime head coach Terry Changuris. The project chronicles the rich history of Seneca Valley football and the foundation of a program that became one of the most successful in the state.
The Montgomery County and DC area communities are rallying around longtime resident Irene Johnson following the sudden and unexpected passing of her husband, former Washington Redskins Pro Bowler Tré Johnson. A GoFundMe fundraiser has been started to raise money for the family.
Minds in Motion Child Care, the largest Black owned child care business in Montgomery County, will host a free Black History Month celebration on Friday, February 20, from 7pm to 9pm at Watkins Mill High School in Montgomery Village. The community wide event will feature a headline performance by nationally acclaimed step troupe Step Afrika!, along with free dinner for all attendees.