Four Maryland men have been charged in connection with a series of burglaries targeting fire-damaged homes in Fairfax County, Virginia, according to the Fairfax County Police Department. (more…)
Montgomery County is moving forward with plans to transform the North Bethesda Metro station into a larger multimodal transportation hub that could help support a 1.9 million SF mixed-use life sciences district above the station.
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.
Popular Maryland food creator Nomtastic Kim has shared her “Maryland Dumpling Bucket List,” highlighting eight must-try dumplings from restaurants across the state, with Montgomery County well represented among the selections (full list below).
Montgomery County officials are encouraging residents enrolled in Medicare to review their health and prescription drug coverage before open enrollment ends on Monday, December 7. Changes made during this period will take effect January 1, 2027. (more…)
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.
Event location
Girls Who Paint
10419 Fawcett St.
Kensington, Maryland 20895
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WRS, Inc., the owner and developer of the former Lakeforest Mall property in Gaithersburg, is asking the City to allow up to 600 additional residential units as part of the massive redevelopment project, potentially increasing the site’s maximum from 1,600 to 2,200 homes.
MakerHive is celebrating its opening with a free weekend of hands-on creative activities at 10419 Fawcett Street in Kensington, inviting visitors to make their own projects using recycled and repurposed materials. (more…)
On Tuesday, October 27, Montgomery County officials submitted formal comments opposing proposed changes to the 2030 Census, warning that the rule could reduce federal funding for schools and public services while limiting demographic data. (more…)
Salt & Vine has announced that its new downtown Frederick location will officially open on Wednesday, November 11, at 51 S Market Street, taking over the space formerly occupied by La Paz. (more…)
The Washington Commanders announced several roster moves Wednesday, including placing wide receiver Terry McLaurin on the Reserve/Injured List.
A 25-year-old Gaithersburg man and a 27-year-old Hempstead, Maryland, man have been arrested and charged with assaulting law enforcement officers following a disturbance in Fauquier County, Virginia, on Friday, October 23.
The Gaithersburg City Council has selected Alyssa Todaro Krumlauf to fill the council vacancy expected to be created if Council Member Lisa Henderson becomes mayor.
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