Germantown Archives - Page 5 of 153

Germantown Train Station Was Rebuilt Using Its Original Plans After it Was Destroyed by Fire in 1978

Published September 7, 2026 at 8:00AM

Courtesy Germantown Historical Society

Today, Germantown Train Station is used as a waiting room for commuters and has a coffee shop, Alafia Crossing, operated by Bota King. More than 800 passengers board the trains that leave the MARC (Maryland Area Regional Commuter) train in Germantown every weekday morning, a stop along the Brunswick Line that travels from West Virginia to Washington, DC.CSX Transportation owns this line of rail. But the tracks used to be part of a Baltimore & Ohio network dating back to the 19^thcentury.

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Worst Parking Lots in Montgomery County (2026 Edition)

By Patrick Herron

Published September 6, 2026 at 5:00AM

If you have ever tried to park at a busy shopping center in Montgomery County, chances are you have had a frustrating experience. Over the years, we have heard from countless readers about which parking lots are the most chaotic, confusing or downright difficult to navigate. Based on that feedback and our own observations, here is an updated look at some of Montgomery County’s worst parking lots, in no particular order.

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Bullet Strikes Germantown Home in Overnight Shooting

By Patrick Herron

Published September 5, 2026 at 4:30AM

Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD)

Montgomery County Police 5th District officers responded to the 19200 block of Esmond Terrace in Germantown at approximately 1:31 a.m. for a report of a shooting. (more…)

Chick-fil-A Announces Grand Opening Date

By Patrick Herron

Published September 3, 2026 at 9:39PM

The new Chick-fil-A at 22675 Clarksburg Road near the Clarksburg Premium Outlets is scheduled to open on Thursday, September 24. (more…)

Montgomery County’s Largest Flea Market Returns This Saturday

By Patrick Herron

Published September 2, 2026 at 7:00PM | Updated September 2, 2026 at 8:39PM

The Germantown Flea Market will take place on Saturday, September 5, from 8 am to 1 pm at the MARC rail commuter lot at Germantown Road and Bowman Mill Drive. (more…)

First Look at New Hibachi and Pho Restaurant in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published September 2, 2026 at 2:06PM | Updated September 2, 2026 at 3:13PM

Sakura Go is now open at 20940-B Frederick Road in the Neelsville Village Center in Germantown. A first look inside the new Germantown restaurant can be seen in the video below. (more…)

Germantown October Fest Returns October 10 With Performance By Nappy Roots, Parade, Vendors and More

By MCS Staff

Published August 31, 2026 at 4:56PM | Updated September 1, 2026 at 6:23PM

Germantown October Fest will return to Germantown Town Center on Saturday, October 10, from 11am to 5pm, with live music, food, art, cultural programming and family activities.

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A post from Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation

What Was There Before Germantown Town Center?

Published August 30, 2026 at 6:00AM | Updated August 30, 2026 at 10:24AM

Courtesy Susan Soderberg, Germantown Historical Society

Written by Susan Soderberg of the Germantown Historical Society

When standing at the Germantown Library or BlackRock Center for the Arts, ever wonder what was there before Germantown Town Center was Germantown Town Center?

46th Annual Pumpkin Festival Returning to Butler’s Orchard

By Patrick Herron

Published August 27, 2026 at 6:26AM

The 46th annual Pumpkin Festival at Butler’s Orchard in Germantown will return this fall, running from September 19 through November 1. (more…)

Teen Seriously Injured in Germantown 7-Eleven Stabbing

By Patrick Herron

Published August 26, 2026 at 5:24PM

Courtesy Google Maps

Montgomery County Police Department 5th District officers responded to the 19000 block of Crystal Rock Drive in Germantown at approximately 4:25 p.m. Wednesday for the report of a stabbing. (more…)

Target Launching New Beauty Concept at 14 Maryland Stores Following End of Ulta Partnership

By Patrick Herron

Published August 26, 2026 at 12:23PM

Target is launching Target Beauty Studio, a new beauty destination featuring more than 1,600 products from 90 prestige, emerging and global brands, at 14 Maryland stores beginning September 10. This comes as Target ends its partnership with Ulta Beauty this month. (more…)