Burtonsville

This month marks four years since Seibel’s Family Restaurant at 15540 Old Columbia Pike in Burtonsville closed its doors, ending more than 82 years of serving the community. The longtime local favorite, which officially closed on Sunday, November 28, 2021, was known for its homestyle meals like prime rib and meatloaf, but perhaps most famously for its homemade ice cream and fresh baked pies that drew loyal customers from across the region. (more…)


Sponsored

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Gaithersburg

Peterson Cos. is moving forward with its long-anticipated redevelopment vision for Rio Lakefront in Gaithersburg with Schematic Development Plan (SDP) that details how several portions of the Washingtonian Center could be reshaped over the next decade. A new Traffic Impact Study (TIS) submitted with the plan provides the most detailed look yet at what’s being proposed, including the demolition of the current Kohl’s building and the construction of multiple new residential communities around the lake. Renderings and a map, courtesy of the City of Gaithersburg, available below.

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Announcement

Celebrate an evening of Kuchipudi with Traditions, a solo performance by Madhuvanthi Sundararajan featuring a live orchestra. Presented as the culmination of the Maryland State Arts Council Folklife Apprenticeship, this performance marks the year-long artistic journey between master tradition bearer Kasi Aysola and apprentice Madhuvanthi Sundararajan. This inspiring evening welcomes audiences of all backgrounds. August 14, 7 p.m. | Silver Spring Black Box Theater.


Event

Dear Educators,

You are invited to join us for our one and only discount event of the year! 20% off everything in our store, to include used books, from 4:00-7:00 Monday, August 17th. The Brady Readery will close to the public early and open exclusively for you. Plus, free wine and food for as long as it lasts. 🙂


DMV

MoCoSnow is continuing to monitor and compare winter forecasts from the major local television stations. So far, we’ve looked at  FOX 5, and NBC4. WUSA9 meteorologist Topper Shutt and the weather team has released their winter outlook for the 2025–2026 season, offering a prediction that places much of the region, including Montgomery County, near or slightly above average snowfall.

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MoCo Sports

The Montgomery College Raptors men’s soccer team advanced to the 2025 NJCAA Division I National Tournament after defeating Monroe Community College (NY) 3–0 to win the Mid-Atlantic District Championship. With both regional and district titles secured, the Raptors will compete in Daytona Beach, Florida, beginning Sunday, November 16, against Blinn College of Texas. (more…)


Education

Montgomery County Councilmember and county executive candidate Evan Glass has called on the Montgomery County Board of Education to provide more equitable opportunities for public participation in the upcoming FY 2027–2032 Capital Improvements Program (CIP).

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MoCo

Every season, a few openings grab Montgomery County’s attention and don’t let go. This season, these five newcomers (plus one not-quite-a-restaurant) have dominated your messages, comments, and weekend plans. Here’s why they’re hot, and where to find them:

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DC Sports

Spirit will host fourth straight playoff sellout crowd when it takes on Portland Thorns FC in Saturday’s semifinal

The Washington Spirit has sold out its home semifinal match in record time, the club announced today. Less than three days after announcing the date and time for its upcoming semifinal against Portland Thorns FC, all seats at Audi Field have been sold.


Beyond MoCo

The Mega Millions jackpot has risen to an estimated $965 million after no one matched all winning numbers in the November 11 drawing, though two tickets sold in Elkridge and District Heights each won $20,000. That same night, a Bonus Match 5 player in Hagerstown won a $50,000 top prize. Full details below courtesy the Maryland Lottery.

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