CNN has released its “America’s Best Towns to Visit 2025” list of ten cities across the country. CNN considered hundreds of candidates and winnowed the list to 10 by evaluating the finalists’ attractions, food and beverage offerings, cultural and nightlife scenes, diversity, sense of identity, proximity to other interesting spots and wow factor. Annapolis, our state capital, came in ranked #5 overall.
Chris Carmack’s roots in Montgomery County run deep. Growing up in Derwood, MD, and graduating from Magruder in the late ‘90s, Chris was immersed in the local spirit and community from an early age. While he once played baseball, basketball, and football, his passion eventually shifted to theater. Active in his school’s drama program, he participated in multiple productions each year and competed at various drama festivals– a foundation that would later pave the way for his acting career and now his social media stardom.
Readers Digest scoured the country last summer to find the “absolute best ice creams in the U.S.A.” and has put together a list that consists of their best ice cream spot in each state. The Maryland winner now has locations across the state and in DC.
A NASA sounding rocket will carry student experiments to suborbital space. The launch is scheduled for Thursday, June 26, with the window opening at 5:30 a.m. EDT. Weather permitting, the rocket may be visible in parts of Maryland and Virginia.
Maryland’s three tallest buildings are all distinctive landmarks located in Baltimore, each contributing uniquely to the city’s skyline. The 23 tallest buildings in Maryland can all be found in Baltimore, with the 24th and 25th tallest buildings located in Montgomery County.
The City of Gaithersburg’s SummerFest will take place on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 6pm to 11 pm. Gaithersburg’s free, illuminating summer festival will take place on the grounds of Bohrer Park at Summit Hall Farm. “Enjoy live music, food trucks, local breweries, and family-friendly activities—culminating in a spectacular fireworks display and SummerGlo After Party.”
Fleetwood Mac’s iconic song “Silver Springs” has a direct and interesting connection to Silver Spring– right here in Montgomery County, Maryland. While many fans appreciate Stevie Nicks’ music and the song itself, its title often contributes to the common mistake of adding an ‘s’ to the end of the Maryland location’s name.
Maryland holds the unique distinction of being the only U.S. state without any natural lakes. While the state boasts an abundance of rivers, streams, and the extensive Chesapeake Bay, you won’t find a single body of water formed by natural geological processes that is classified as a natural lake within its borders. This characteristic sets Maryland apart from every other state, most of which have numerous glacial, tectonic, or volcanic lakes.
Despite this geological particularity, Marylanders and visitors still have access to plenty of water-based recreation thanks to numerous man-made reservoirs and impoundments. Today we will look at the three largest lakes/reservoirs (all man-made) in the state of Maryland:
Last month marked a significant milestone for one of Rockville’s most iconic public spaces, as it embarked on a journey of transformation and renewal. Formerly known as Rockville Town Square, the area has been reimagined as “The Square,” a vibrant cultural hub and inclusive gathering place for the community.
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.
According to Variety, Maryland native Jon Bernthal will reprise his role as Frank Castle, aka The Punisher, in Sony and Marvel’s upcoming film Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Bernthal first took on the role in Netflix’s Daredevil and later starred in The Punisher. He recently returned in Daredevil: Born Again and is set to headline a 2026 Disney+ special directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green. (more…)