The Montgomery County Office of Procurement will host its annual Procurement Fair on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the Silver Spring Civic Building, offering workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities for local, minority, veteran, and women-owned businesses to learn about certifications and upcoming contracting opportunities. (more…)


The Montgomery County Council unanimously approved legislation sponsored by Council President Kate Stewart to establish a Community Choice Aggregator (CCA), allowing the County to procure renewable electricity and offer residents and businesses more stable and competitively priced energy options.

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For decades, The Golden Bull in Gaithersburg (Montgomery County) and Adelphi (Prince George’s County) was one of the region’s best-known steakhouses, serving hearty portions of prime rib and steak in an old-school setting that became a favorite for celebrations and family dinners. Its locations were each recognized by the distinctive golden bull statue mounted atop the building… a true roadside landmark for anyone driving by (television commercial courtesy the now defunct www.golden-bull.com)

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The Hechinger name was once synonymous with home improvement in the Washington region. Long before the arrival of Home Depot and Lowe’s, Hechinger was the destination for homeowners, builders, and do-it-yourselfers across the Mid-Atlantic, including several well-known Montgomery County locations that locals still remember today.

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