Deb Waxman, affectionately known as Coach Wax, is celebrating an impressive milestone– 30 years as a coach within Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS).
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Jimmie Cone has been serving soft serve ice cream and frozen yogurt in Damascus since 1962, and will open for its 63rd season in March 17. The iconic ice cream spot has an additional location in Mount Airy.
Growing up in Montgomery County, Maryland, Nicholas Sefcik lived in both Damascus and Gaithersburg, where he laid the foundation for his future as an educator and author culminating in his debut book, For The Win!: It’s spOiler Time. Nicholas attended Woodfield Elementary School, Baker Middle School, and Damascus High School, where he thrived both academically and athletically. A notable athlete, he played basketball and football during high school, earning the honor of winning two State Championships in football.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire on the deck of a two-story home on Lewis Drive in Damascus around 1:30am on Monday. (more…)
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The Montgomery County Students Automotive Trades Foundation will host a Refurbished Car and Computer Sale on Saturday, February 22, at Damascus High School. All vehicles are Maryland State Inspected, with some including a limited warranty, and a lottery system will be used if multiple buyers are interested in the same car. (more…)
West Hazleton Police have charged David William Kelpy (40, Damascus, MD,) with robbery, aggravated assault and numerous other charges following an early Saturday morning incident.
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The Damascus (Division 1), Clarksburg (Division 2), and Seneca Valley (Division 3) Varsity Poms won the 2024-2025 Montgomery County championship on February 1 at Montgomery Blair High School. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a hybrid public information meeting on Thursday, Jan. 30, at 6:30 p.m., to discuss Phase II and III of the Oak Drive (MD 27) sidewalk project in Damascus, providing project details, gathering public feedback, and addressing questions in-person at the Damascus Community Library and online via Zoom. (more…)
Sky Kitchen at 9805 Main St in the Damascus Shopping Center has closed. (more…)
The Montgomery County Public Library in Damascus will close on January 31 for a 20-22 month renovation, with plans to reopen in fall 2026, featuring updates to accessibility, comfort, and functionality, including new collaboration spaces, ADA-compliant restrooms, and significant building improvements. (more…)
Below is a list of restaurants that opened in Montgomery County, MD in 2024: (more…)