Montgomery County Police shared an overview of reported calls for service from the weekend of August 7 through August 9, including auto thefts, burglaries, assaults, thefts from vehicles, a weapons offense, and other incidents across the county.
Montgomery County is advancing more than 20 bicycle infrastructure projects that will add new bike-friendly pathways and improve connections to transit, schools, businesses and existing trail networks. (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.
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A Howard County man is celebrating a $2,205,023 win after purchasing a winning lottery ticket at an Exxon station in Catonsville. (more…)
Sushi Masato, a new family-owned Japanese restaurant from husband-and-wife team Raymond and Amy Yu, will begin its soft opening Wednesday, August 12, at 4914 Hampden Lane in downtown Bethesda. An official grand opening is scheduled for Wednesday, August 19. The restaurant is located in the space previously occupied by Tako Grill.
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Roggenart European Bakery, Bistro & Café is returning to Montgomery County with a new location in Rockville (near Derwood).
Former Rockville Councilmember Beryl L. Feinberg has died following a four-month battle with pancreatic cancer, according to Gaithersburg Mayor Jud Ashman. Ashman announced Feinberg’s passing Monday morning, saying she died Sunday night with her husband, Ed, and son, Jeremy, at her side.
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Maryland’s sports wagering market generated more than $8.4 million in contributions to the state in July, the first month of Fiscal Year 2027, according to Maryland Lottery and Gaming. (more…)
The Washington Commanders have released their first unofficial depth chart of the season (available below), offering an early look at where several position battles stand as the team moves through training camp.
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Below is a list of businesses that have recently opened or are coming soon to Gaithersburg’s Kentlands: (more…)
The Bethesda building that was home to Mayflower restaurant for more than two decades has been sold for $1.125 million, according to Maryland Newsletters.
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich addressed the fatal Germantown crash involving a stolen vehicle and young juveniles in his weekly message, calling the incident “shocking” and offering condolences to the family of 58-year-old William Vance Payne II. (more…)