Trioresto, a new Latin American food truck and stand, is is now open at 9426 Stewartown Road in Gaithersburg, in the space formerly occupied by Elias Taqueria. (more…)
With Halloween approaching, a horror movie featuring a Montgomery County native has found its way back into the spotlight.
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.
Hank Dietle’s Tavern, located at 11010 Rockville Pike in Rockville, is Montgomery County’s oldest bar, with a history dating back to 1950. The historic tavern has become a longtime community gathering place, known for its dive bar atmosphere, live music and distinction of holding Montgomery County’s original beer and wine license, #001. (more…)
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Update: All lanes of northbound I-270 prior to MD-117 (Clopper Rd) have reopened. Expect residual delays.
A vehicle fire is causing significant delays on northbound I-270 in Gaithersburg Sunday morning, with multiple lanes blocked.
Reserve your spot for an after-hour event with multi-disciplinary artist Sky Hopinka, Thursday, Nov. 5, 6–9 PM. Experience monumental nature-inspired artworks in the Water’s Edge exhibition, make your own artwork to take home at the National Museum of the American Indian.
Sky Hopinka’s photo and video art—including This is a mnemonic for Truman Lowe in the museum’s collection—shares Truman Lowe’s interest in Indigenous homelands, cultural knowledge, and traditional practices. Hopinka contributed to the exhibition catalog for Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe, writing on Lowe’s lasting impact on his work. Hopinka joins the museum for this special after hours event featuring a screening of three of his short video works followed by a discussion with Rebecca Head Trautmann, Assistant Curator of Contemporary Art and exhibition curator, along with art-making activities, and time to enjoy Lowe’s work currently on view. Sky Hopinka has been widely recognized for his experimental short films and photo-based works. A MacArthur Fellow, Guggenheim Fellow, and Forge Project Fellow, his work has been shown in major film festivals, museums, and international exhibitions and is in numerous prominent museum collections. Hopinka is currently an assistant professor in the department of Art, Film, and Visual Studies at Harvard University.
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Get into the holiday spirit at our Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Rockville Senior Center. The holiday bazaar features over 50 handmade crafters, book sale, plants sale, raffles, lunch for purchase, and more! Sponsored by Rockville Seniors, Inc.
Free admission for all ages
Smoke BBQ at 4858 Cordell Avenue in Bethesda has announced that today, Sunday, October 18, will be its final day in business, ending what the restaurant described as 14 years on Cordell Avenue. (more…)
Nature by Trejok, a woman-owned boutique in Rockville Town Square, is making a short move from 130 Gibbs St., Unit B, to Unit D at the same address. Beginning October 30, customers will find the shop in its new space in front of the Trader Joe’s parking lot.
WSSC Water is urging residents to keep at least a three-day emergency supply of water at home following last month’s power outage at the Potomac Water Filtration Plant that led to an essential-water-use-only request for nearly 2 million customers.
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The family of Dakota Grimsby, the 27-year-old Poolesville man who died after being struck in a hit-and-run collision in September, has established a memorial fund aimed at improving traffic and pedestrian safety in Poolesville.
D.C. Councilmember and Democratic mayoral nominee Janeese Lewis George is urging the District to slow down efforts to legalize fully autonomous vehicles, citing concerns about potential job displacement and worker protections as Waymo prepares to bring its driverless ride-hailing service to Washington, D.C. A video of the Waymo experience can be seen below.
Three Maryland bakeries have been named among the “Best Bakeries Around DC” by Eater DC, with Montgomery County and Prince George’s County represented.
A Frost Advisory remains in effect for northwestern Montgomery County until 9am Sunday, October 18, as temperatures are expected to fall into the low-to-mid 30s overnight. A Freeze Warning is in effect for some surrounding areas.