Two Montgomery County elementary schools have been recognized for academic excellence and equity after earning 2025-2026 Maryland Blue Ribbon School honors. Wilson Wims Elementary School marked the achievement with a schoolwide celebration on January 7, while Diamond Elementary School followed with its own celebration on January 9.
A new Haitian restaurant and bar, Chez Aviole, is now open at 7912 Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring, in the space previously occupied by Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine. (more…)
Welcome to modern luxury at 12813 Brickyard Blvd. Featuring four finished levels of light-filled design, this move-in ready residence elevates everyday living with high-end finishes and adaptable spaces perfect for working, entertaining, or relaxing. Why settle for standard when you can start with over $30,000 in premium builder upgrades already built in? Skip the wait times and step straight into upgraded perfection in one of Beltsville’s most vibrant modern communities!
On the main level, the open-concept kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring a large center island with seating that flows effortlessly into the main living space. Up another level, the primary suite offers a serene retreat with generous closet space and an ensuite bathroom. The additional bedrooms are spacious with ample storage—ideal for family or a dedicated home office. The lower walk-out level adds ultimate versatility with an extra bedroom, half bath, and direct access to the attached two-car garage—perfect for a private guest suite, work-from-home setup, or rec room.
The Montgomery County Council will meet Tuesday, Jan. 13, beginning with proclamations recognizing Muslim American Heritage Month and Korean American Day, followed by interviews for board and labor relations appointments and consideration of budget guidelines for the FY27 operating budget.
Multiple illegal car rallies were dismantled Saturday night across central Maryland, resulting in five arrests and the recovery of five firearms, including arrests of several teenagers from Silver Spring on handgun charges, according to the Maryland State Police.
Blackbird Health has expanded into Maryland with a new pediatric mental health clinic in Gaithersburg, bringing additional behavioral health resources to children, teens, young adults, and families throughout Montgomery County.
Located at 555 Quince Orchard Road, Suite 250, the clinic offers comprehensive pediatric mental health services, including ADHD and autism evaluations, neuropsychological testing, therapy, psychiatry, and medication management.
Event location
Olney Baptist Church
17525 Georgia Ave
Olney, Maryland 20832
You’re Invited to the Community Fall Dance! 🍁
Join us for a fun, free evening of music, dancing, and community under the stars!
The Baltimore Orioles are leaning into hip hop history and local culture in 2026 with a Tupac Shakur bobblehead giveaway at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
Takoma Park Police are investigating multiple vandalism and theft incidents that occurred across the city on January 9 and January 10, including damage to a convenience store, a residence, and several vehicles.
A Germantown woman won $50,000 in the Jan. 8 Maryland Lottery Pick 5 midday drawing after buying a $1 ticket at the Liberty gas station on Clarksburg Road using her late husband’s ZIP code. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
A Rockville attorney pleaded guilty in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County to theft and fiduciary misappropriation charges stemming from three fraud schemes that affected 21 victims and resulted in losses totaling more than $4.2 million. (more…)
The Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS®, known as GCAAR, a major real estate trade organization representing more than 11,000 real estate professionals in Montgomery County and Washington, D.C., has introduced its 2026 Board of Directors, with Russell Brazil stepping into the role of president.
Detectives with the Montgomery County Department of Police 4th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying four suspects connected to a commercial burglary in Wheaton. (more…)
With the cost of raising a child to age 18 exceeding $320,000, the personal-finance company WalletHub today released its report on the Best & Worst States to Raise a Family in 2026, to highlight the states that are affordable, safe, well-educated and enjoyable for families to live in. Maryland came in ranked 20th overall.