Shibuya Eatery has earned a place on Eater DC’s October 2025 “Best New Restaurants Around D.C.” list, standing out as the only Maryland restaurant to be recognized. The Japanese concept from chef Darren Lee Norris debuted its Chevy Chase location at 4461 Willard Avenue last month, bringing a fresh fast-casual model to Montgomery County.

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The addition of girls flag football to Montgomery County last fall was more than just a pilot, it was a revelation. The sport quickly became one of the county’s fastest-growing and most exciting offerings, capped by Clarksburg’s march to the inaugural state title in November. This fall, momentum has only accelerated.

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After a few months of no movement, Dave’s Hot Chicken is officially on its way to Rockville, with “Coming Soon” signage now up at its second Montgomery County location. The California-based chain, which made its county debut in White Oak in November 2024, will soon open at 11564 Rockville Pike in the Metro Pike Shopping Center. An exact date is not yet available.

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Governor Wes Moore visited health officials in Silver Spring to highlight Maryland’s resources to support residents during the ongoing federal government shutdown, with a focus on rising health insurance premiums tied to the expiration of federal tax credits.

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Nicholas John Roske, 29, of Simi Valley, California, was sentenced today to 97 months in federal prison to be followed by a lifetime of supervised release for attempting to kill a United States Supreme Court Justice in Montgomery County, MD. The Department of Justice advocated for a sentence of at least 30 years to life.

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Below you’ll see the most recent updates or final scores of the 2025 week 5 MCPS football games. The scores will be updated as we receive them. If a score isn’t listed, it’s because we haven’t yet received a report from the game that we can confirm. An ‘F’ signifies the score is confirmed as being final:

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On the Takoma Park/Takoma DC border, an upcoming restaurant will be carrying the flavors and spirit of the Appalachian Mountains to the community. Phia, founded by local restaurateur and SOKO founder Brad Feickert, will be more than a place to eat, it’s a tribute to family, heritage, and tradition.

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