DC Metro has the most escalators (and elevators) of any transit system in North America with a total of 674. Metro’s longest escalator is at the Wheaton station right here in Montgomery County. The 230 ft. escalator is the longest single span escalator in the entire western hemisphere (video below).
The Washington Commanders have locked up their premier offensive weapon, reaching an agreement on a three-year contract extension with star wide receiver Terry McLaurin. According to a report by The Athletic’s Dianna Russini, the deal is worth over $96 million, effectively making McLaurin one of the highest-paid wide receivers in the NFL.
The Washington Commanders’ preseason has concluded, and while the team has a clear hierarchy with franchise quarterback Jayden Daniels and veteran backup Marcus Mariota, the battle for the third quarterback spot has left coaches with more questions than answers.
Two Maryland Thai restaurants (both in Montgomery County) earned a spot on Eater DC’s most list of “The Best Thai Restaurants in D.C.” While there are many wonderful Thai restaurants in the county, the publication’s recognition highlights the vibrant and authentic flavors available at these two restaurants just outside the nation’s capital.
In an exciting development for Washington Commanders fans, John-Paul “JP” Flaim, a longtime co-host of the popular DC-area sports radio show The Sports Junkies, has announced his third book, titled […]
In a significant move ahead of the 2025 NFL season, the San Francisco 49ers have reached an agreement to trade a 2026 6th round pick for Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. The trade, pending a physical, was reported by NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, who stated on social media that Robinson will join the 49ers’ backfield, adding “added punch” to their run-heavy offense.
The Pro Football Hall of Fame has announced that Doug Williams, co-founder of the Black College Football Hall of Fame and a 2011 inductee, recently received the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
The Washington Commanders have signed veteran center Nick Harris, adding depth and experience to their offensive line. The move comes just one day after the team released offensive lineman Julian Good-Jones, who had reportedly been having issues with his snapping during recent practices.
According to the Farmers’ Almanac‘s 2025-2026 Winter Outlook we are in store for a “cold, snow filled” winter here in Maryland, along with surrounding areas like. Northern Virginia, DC, Pennsylvania, and much of the Atlantic Coast into New Jersey, New York, and New England area.
Dogfish Head Alehouse, located at 800 W. Diamond Ave. in Gaithersburg, will celebrate its 20th anniversary next month.