National Lumber Company, one of the Mid-Atlantic’s oldest family-owned building material suppliers, announced on Wednesday the acquisition of Fisher Lumber (525 E Gude Dr.) in Rockville, Maryland.
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Two Montgomery County eateries have earned a spot on Washingtonian Magazine’s latest “The Hot List: 10 Restaurants Around DC We’re Loving Right Now.” The September roundup highlights standout dining destinations across the DC region, and this time, Rockville and North Bethesda are in the spotlight. They were the only two Maryland restaurants featured in the list.
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that Clarence Woods, Jr., 62, of Glen Burnie pleaded guilty to felony theft and securities fraud for defrauding 16 victims of more than $573,000 through a Ponzi-style scheme and other thefts, with sentencing set for October 30, 2025. (more…)
The Maryland State Police (MSP) are warning residents about a potential scam involving the Rockville Barrack’s phone number: 301-424-2101.
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From roadside general stores to trendy gastropubs, Montgomery County offers a burger for every taste. With National Cheeseburger Day on September 18, here are a few can’t-miss picks. (more…)
Governor Wes Moore and Arnold Ventures announced $20 million in new grants through the Maryland Partnership for Proven Programs to expand community college and mentoring initiatives, aiming to support more than 3,000 youth and students across the state. The awards will fund Big Brothers Big Sisters affiliates and four community colleges implementing the Accelerated Study in Associate Programs (ASAP) model. (more…)
Shibuya Eatery, the popular Japanese concept from chef Darren Lee Norris, has moved into Montgomery County with a new Chevy Chase location. The restaurant, described as “Shibuya 2.0,” according to Axios, opened Tuesday at 4461 Willard Avenue.
Governor Wes Moore announced Maryland’s first state-sponsored registered apprenticeship program for teaching, which will provide aspiring educators with paid classroom experience, mentorship, and reduced costs for earning a degree and license as part of statewide efforts to address the teacher shortage. (more…)
A Baltimore, MD man known as “Mr. Lion Grass” won $1,000,004 in the September 3 Powerball drawing after purchasing his ticket at the BP gas station on Reisterstown Road in Pikesville, matching all five white balls plus the Powerball on one combination. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
With Hispanic Heritage Month in full swing and women holding nearly 12% of Fortune 500 CEO positions for the first time, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2025’s Most & Least Diverse States in America, with Maryland ranking as the 9th most diverse state.
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown co-led a coalition of 22 state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief supporting D.C.’s lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s deployment of National Guard troops to Washington, arguing the action was unlawful and unconstitutional. (more…)