Four communities in Maryland, all right here in Montgomery County, have been named among the top ten most ethnically diverse cities in the United States, according to a newly released 2026 report from personal-finance company WalletHub.
Gaithersburg
The Nibbler has permanently closed its dine-in location at 18556 Woodfield Road in Gaithersburg. The restaurant, which served Peruvian and international cuisine, announced the closure in a social media post on January 24, citing a transition to a new business model. (more…)
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Koi Sushi is now open at Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg (201 Boardwalk Place), bringing a contemporary Japanese dining concept to one of Montgomery County’s busiest mixed-use destinations. We first reported in August 2024 that the restaurant had signed on for the development, and the space is now welcoming diners. Preview video below.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Aiden “Niko” Offutt, a missing 13-year-old from Montgomery Village.
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Permanent signage is now up at Quincy’s Golf & Social at 245 Kentlands Blvd. in Gaithersburg, marking another visible step toward the opening of the country club-style restaurant, bar, and golf venue in the former Not Your Average Joe’s space.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded Sunday morning to a reported building fire at an apartment complex in the 400 block of Ridgepoint Place in Gaithersburg. (more…)
WRS Inc. has taken another formal step in the redevelopment of the former Lakeforest Mall property with a Final Site Plan application scheduled to go before the Gaithersburg Planning Commission this week.
Burlington has secured a permit valued at $900,000 to begin construction at the former Big Lots location at 19142 Montgomery Village Avenue. While an opening timeframe isn’t available, a 2026 opening now seems likely.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has identified the source of a swatting call that led to a large police response in Montgomery Village in September 2025.
An official proclamation designating February 2026 as Black History Month in the City of Gaithersburg will be presented at the February 2 Mayor and City Council meeting. The meeting is open to the public and will take place at City Hall, with options to attend in person or watch remotely.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 6th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Rebeca Romero, a missing 22-year-old. (more…)