A caller all the way from Minnesota told the hosts of the Green Light with Chris Long podcast that he’s figured out a foolproof (if wildly illegal) strategy for stopping the Washington Commanders: just “cheat” on every first down. The Green Light show, hosted by former NFLer Chris Long, regularly fields hot takes and caller bits from around the country.
After more than two centuries of forecasting, the Farmers’ Almanac has announced that its 2026 edition will be its last, closing the book on a publication that’s been part of American life since 1818. The editors shared the news in a heartfelt farewell letter, writing:
Takoma Park Middle School teacher Joseph (Joe) Evans, a longtime Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) educator, earned a victory on Jeopardy! on Tuesday, November 4, representing Montgomery and Prince George’s County (where he currently lives) on the iconic quiz show.
Celebrity chef and cookbook author Pati Jinich is bringing her signature flavors to Bethesda for a special one-time-only burrito pop-up hosted by Marriott Bonvoy.
Taylor Momsen will perform with Soundgarden during their Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony next month, according to Alternative Nation. Soundgarden drummer Matt Cameron reportedly shared a photo of Momsen rehearsing with the band ahead of the event. (more…)
With Halloween on Friday, it’s a good time to remember that Sean Murray, who played Thackery Binx (the 1600s teen before he’s turned into a cat) in Disney’s cult classic Hocus Pocus, was born at Bethesda Naval Hospital in Montgomery County.
Renowned author R.L. Stine, best known as the creator of the Goosebumps and Fear Street series, took the stage on Tuesday, October 28 for a special event presented by Frederick County Public Libraries (FCPL) in collaboration with the Weinberg Center for the Arts. The free event, which quickly sold out after tickets were released in August, brought fans of all ages together for an evening filled with humor, nostalgia, and storytelling.
A new high-tech entertainment destination has arrived in Bethesda. Immersa, a cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) experience center, has soft opened at Westfield Montgomery Mall ahead of its grand opening on Friday, October 31.
Families can look forward to a frightfully fun evening in downtown Bethesda as Bethesda Row hosts its Annual Halloween Trick-or-Treat Event on Thursday, October 30 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The event promises a mix of community spirit, festive fun, and local giving, with all proceeds benefiting Manna Food Center, the Montgomery County nonprofit dedicated to ending hunger.
Ahead of a winter, the personal-finance company WalletHub today released its 2025’s Best Winter Holiday Destinations report, with Washington DC and surrounding suburbs in Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia ranked the third best winter travel destination in the country.