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.
A 16-year-old Gaithersburg girl has been charged in connection with a social media threat made against Thomas S. Wootton High School on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Quincy’s Golf & Social at 245 Kentlands Boulevard in Gaithersburg has announced it will open Tuesday, March 3. The country club-style restaurant, bar, and golf entertainment venue is taking over the former Not Your Average Joe’s space in Kentlands. (more…)
The City of Gaithersburg, in partnership with The Peterson Companies and rio, will host the 24th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade at rio, located at Rio Boulevard and Grand Corner Avenue. The parade will step off at 10am along Grand Corner Avenue, with free parking available in three garages along Washingtonian Boulevard on Saturday, March 14th.
A 27-year-old Gaithersburg resident has been arrested in connection with the alleged theft of property from a home where he was hired as a professional organizer.
Permanent signage is now up for Plaza Mexico at the North Pointe at Flower Hill development in Gaithersburg, with the restaurant now targeting a late spring or early summer opening.
Fine Wine (Finewine.com) at 20 Grand Corner Ave., Suite A in Gaithersburg has closed. (more…)
Granite Canyon Partners (GCP) has acquired The Grove shopping center in Derwood, marking the first time the property has changed hands since it was developed by the Casey family. Maryland newsletters reports the shopping center sold for $17.4 million.
More than 200 industry professionals attended the Annual Awards Gala hosted by the Professional Remodeling Organization (PRO) on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the DoubleTree Hotel Gaithersburg. The event recognized leadership and achievement within the remodeling industry and highlighted workforce development efforts in Montgomery County. (more…)
Viva Mexico Bar & Grill is now anticipating a May opening in Gaithersburg, replacing the former Pizza Hut location at 18509 Woodfield Rd..
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 6th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Brenton Edward Hayes, a missing 33-year-old.