The community is mourning the sudden loss of Erik Gray Ledbetter, a beloved local park ranger who passed away on July 1, 2025 in the line of duty. A dedicated public servant and an individual of diverse passions, Ledbetter’s life was marked by a deep commitment to history, nature, and the many friendships he cultivated throughout his journey from his childhood in Cheverly to his impactful career in Maryland’s state parks– including his time at Seneca Creek State Park in Gaithersburg.
Since its founding in October 1995, the Olney-based Thyroid Cancer Survivors’ Association (ThyCa) has been dedicated to creating a robust network of services connecting thyroid cancer survivors and healthcare professionals […]
Stephanie Rinelli, a rising senior at Sherwood High School, has been making waves in the Olney community with her very own baking business, “Sweetz by Steph.” This past week, she reached an exciting milestone when her delicious chocolate chip cookies began to be offered at Lone Oak Brewery in Olney.
Children 18 years old or younger may come to MCPS summer meals locations Monday through Friday for a healthy and nutritious lunch. The Summer Meals Program is designed to bridge the “nutrition gap” when school is out at no cost to families.
The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC) at 7315 Muncaster Mill Rd. in Derwood fully restored its air conditioning a day after a mechanical failure caused rising temperatures inside its near-capacity facility. During the issue, MCASAC put out a call seeking short-term foster homes for pets and the response was remarkable.
The community is rallying around 22-year-old Kyler Emmanuel and his family after he was struck by the driver of a vehicle in a hit-and-run on Dorsey Rd. in Hanover, MD (Anne Arundel County) early Saturday morning. A GoFundMe fundraiser has been set up to Kyler and his family with medical expenses, rehabilitation, and transportation. Additional details from the fundraiser can be seen below:
Montgomery County, MD, resident Ace Goodson, 41, is set to make his third appearance on “American Ninja Warrior” this Monday at 8 p.m. on NBC. For those who miss the live broadcast, the episode will also be available for streaming the following day on Peacock. Goodson’s age has garnered him additional attention and admiration, as he is older than most contestants on the show.
Firefighters returned Friday morning to extinguish hotspots after a fire rekindled at historic Harewood Farm in Sandy Spring, following a destructive blaze that was initially contained Wednesday night. The Johnson family, current owners of Harewood Farm, have released a statement on the loss of their home:
Maryland native Harry Akakpo’s tattoo is a permanent love letter to home– a beautifully detailed narrative of his identity and a tribute to the Montgomery County, Maryland, DC, and DMV region. Every element of the design is steeped in meaning, reflecting his upbringing, his heritage, and the cultural tapestry that has shaped his very being (video of the tattoo below).
“Remember that guy who used to paint at Rio?” Many do. If you walked through Rio in Gaithersburg between 2000 and 2016, you likely saw George Petridis working on one of his beautiful paintings, with many of his other works on display in the atrium just outside the movie theater. For more than 15 years, Petridis showcased his art and continually crafted new pieces, often interacting with those who stopped to appreciate his work amid the bustle of the Rio crowd.
On Friday, June 6, 2025, a massive 70-foot pine tree fell on the Gaithersburg home of 17-year-old Ronnie Rodgers and his family in an unforeseen act of nature. Ronnie, a […]