Residents of Bethesda got a glimpse into the future of transportation recently, as a Waymo self-driving car was spotted charging at an EVgo station in the Westbard area. While Waymo, Google’s autonomous vehicle subsidiary, has publicly announced its plans to expand to the Washington DC market with a potential full launch in 2026, its presence in suburban Maryland suggests a more expansive regional strategy is already underway (video of the experience below).
Frankie’s on the Park , the premier destination for tween and teen fashion, is thrilled to announce its upcoming pop-up at Bethesda Row from October 3 through October 13, 2025.
Burtonsville residents and visitors are invited to mark their calendars for the 32nd annual Burtonsville Day, a beloved community tradition set to take place on Saturday, September 20th. This year’s celebration promises a full day of fun, food, and community spirit at the Marilyn J. Praisner Library & Community Rec Center.
The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $815 million, the seventh-largest in the game’s history, with a cash option of $367.9 million for the next drawing on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.
Smoothie King has announced the launch of its first-ever food menu, called “Power Eats.” The menu is now be available at over 1,200 locations across the U.S., including local locations in Bethesda, Germantown, Rockville, and Olney. (more…)
The City of Rockville government has announced the following closures for Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day. (more…)
9:02am Update: All lanes of southbound I-270 prior to Watkins Mill Rd have reopened. Expect residual delays.
A significant traffic incident occurred on southbound Interstate 270 between Watkins Mill Road and Montgomery Village Avenue early this morning. At approximately 6:57am, Pete Piringer, the Chief spokesperson for the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS), reported a collision involving five vehicles.
Sunday night was filled with laughter, gasps, and outright amazement as Maximum Magic Shop (currently located in Potomac) put on an unforgettable show at Give a Hoot Comedy Club in Gaithersburg. The event featured a lineup of local magicians from across the DMV area, leaving the audience thoroughly entertained and, for a couple attendees, literally hypnotized (video below).
On Monday night, the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) responded to a stabbing incident in Clarksburg. At approximately 8:50pm, officers from the 5th District, alongside Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were dispatched to the 22000 Block of Clarksburg Road following reports of a stabbing.
Below is a list of businesses that have recently opened or are coming soon to Gaithersburg’s Kentlands: (more…)
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced an agreement requiring the Trump administration to release the remaining $110 million in federal education funding by October 3, 2025, resolving a multistate lawsuit over the administration’s earlier decision to freeze the funds. (more…)