If you are a fan of brisket sandwiches and famously clean restrooms, the growing number of “coming soon” Buc-ee’s signs across Virginia are both exciting and a little frustrating. While the Commonwealth officially joined the Buc-ee’s family in June 2025 with the opening of the Rockingham County location, two more massive Virginia sites are in the works, each with very different timelines and challenges. Once completed, these will be the Buc-ee’s locations closest to the Washington DC region.
Towson University, in partnership with The Universities at Shady Grove and Montgomery County Public Schools, has announced the launch of a new fully funded bachelor’s degree pathway designed specifically for MCPS paraeducators pursuing careers in early childhood education.
An unoccupied tractor-trailer rolled down a hill and narrowly avoided striking an apartment building in Montgomery County Friday evening, prompting a hazardous materials response due to a significant diesel fuel spill.
Summer fun starts at Good Counsel! Our Summer Camps are packed with exciting activities, sports, creativity, adventure, and unforgettable memories for campers of all ages. From the field to the classroom and everywhere in between, there’s something for everyone at Good Counsel’s Summer Camps!
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The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General is investigating a death involving an individual who suffered a fatal medical crisis after being released from police custody in Montgomery County. Details remain limited at this time.
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This 6 week Saturday tennis clinic is designed for middle school players who want to learn and improve their tennis skills in a fun and supportive environment. Players will build confidence on the court while developing strong fundamentals and enjoying the game with other students.
Coffee Republic is expanding to Bethesda, with a new location planned for the ground floor of the Bethesda Place apartment building, connected to the upcoming Lidl grocery store. The news was first reported by Robert Dyer.
26 years ago, as the calendar crept toward the year 2000, Montgomery County Public Schools was helping lead community discussions around what many feared could be a widespread technological failure tied to the so-called Y2K problem.
Seven Montgomery County Public Schools seniors have earned full-tuition college scholarships through QuestBridge, a national nonprofit organization that connects high-achieving students with leading colleges and universities.
MCPD UPDATE: Richelle Nieto-Gonzalez has been located safe and unharmed.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Richelle Nieto-Gonzalez, a missing 15-year-old. (more…)
The White Oak holds a special place in Maryland’s natural and historical identity, officially recognized as the state tree for more than eight decades.
A couple of years after undergoing a major renovation, the Rock Grove shopping center in Gaithersburg is now fully leased on the retail side, marking a successful turnaround for the longtime retail and office property at one of Montgomery County’s busiest intersections.
Four adults and a family dog were hospitalized following a serious house fire Wednesday evening in Bethesda that investigators now say started in a dry Christmas tree.