The Montgomery County Council is scheduled to vote on a resolution opposing proposed federal changes to the 2030 Census on Tuesday, October 27, followed by a press conference featuring County leaders. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) announced that its Bike Match MoCo program has provided bicycles to more than 1,000 residents since launching in June 2020. (more…)
Last week, MCEDC President & CEO Jared Smith and other local Montgomery County business leaders were named to the Washington Business Journal’s Power 250 List, which recognizes influential business leaders across the DMV region. Smith, who joined MCEDC in December 2025, brings over 20 years of economic development and business experience across local and state government to the role. He is widely recognized in the economic development field and chairs the International Economic Development Council’s national Committee on the Future of the Profession, helping shape strategies that influence communities across the U.S.
During his time at MCEDC, Smith has led the development of the new Countywide Economic Development Strategic Plan for Montgomery County. The strategic plan establishes a clear, actionable framework to guide economic growth, competitiveness, and inclusive opportunity across the County. The plan builds on existing County assets like talent and proximity to world-leading research institutions, while addressing emerging challenges and opportunities in the ecosystem and workforce development.
Smith also oversaw MCEDC’s rebrand, which included a refreshed logo, new website, and the launch of quarterly MCEDC-hosted events where each convened over 100 attendees. Smith has also prioritized building a best-in-class economic development team and has made several key hires, including a new Vice President of Business Development, Vice President of Economic Competitiveness, and Chief Operating Officer.
The Washington Business Journal’s Power 250 list also recognized several other Montgomery County leaders, including Co-founder of Xometry, Randy Altschuler, President and CEO of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, Angela Franco, Founder & CEO of United Therapeutics, Dr. Martine Rothblatt, President & CEO of The Donohoe Companies, Christopher Bruch, and President of Montgomery College, Dr. Jermaine F. Williams.
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) students will have a four-day weekend coming up at the beginning of November, with no school on Monday, November 2 or Tuesday, November 3.
Maryland food and travel creator Nomtastic Kim is back with another list, this time moving away from restaurant recommendations and highlighting nine fun date ideas that don’t revolve around dinner.
Join artist Nora Naranjo Morse (Kha’p’o Owenge ([Santa Clara Pueblo]), creator of Always Becoming, and the community that cares for the museum’s ephemeral outdoor sculpture family, to learn about the project’s evolution over the past two decades, and what the future holds.
Learn about the art of clay, traditions of sustainability in Pueblo building techniques, and more. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly art activities, dance performances by the Zuni Olla Maidens, watch a short film, and multiple opportunities to hear from the artist, her family, and museum experts that have contributed to the care and revitalization of the sculptures.
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Join Oneness-Family School for a free Montessori toddler event on Saturday, November 14! In this Montessori-inspired lesson from OFS teacher Ja’Shai Rowe, toddlers will explore the story of "Leaf Man" by Lois Ehlert and enjoy fall activities and crafts. For parents and toddlers age 1-3 years.
Falafel Inc will offer free falafel sandwiches at its Pike & Rose location in North Bethesda on Saturday, October 24 (h/t pike.and.rozay).
A Glen Burnie restaurant property with more than six decades of local dining history has been sold for $2.125 million.
Maximum Magic Shop has announced plans to close its physical storefront at 12345 Parklawn Drive in Rockville, with a final day scheduled for November 30.
Montgomery County Public Schools shared an early look at student academic performance for the 2026-2027 school year during a Montgomery County Board of Education meeting on Thursday, Oct. 22. The full meeting can be seen below.
A water main break in Silver Spring has closed all northbound lanes of MD-390 (16th Street) at Second Avenue on Friday morning, October 23. (more…)
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general opposing a federal lawsuit against California concerning the eligibility of more than 20,000 voters ahead of the November midterm elections. (more…)
With Halloween just over a week away, families are once again revisiting seasonal favorites, including the Disney Channel classic Halloweentown. For Montgomery County viewers, the movie comes with a local connection, Kimberly J. Brown, who starred as Marnie Piper, grew up in Gaithersburg.