The National Weather Service (NWS) is expecting a light snowfall across much of Maryland and Northern Virginia Tuesday night into early Wednesday morning, with expected snowfall maps showing around half an inch of snow (a 10% chance of higher end totals can reach an inch, per the map below).
Maryland State Police arrested Rayshaud Davon Shield, 32, of Upper Marlboro, after a crash early Saturday morning in Prince George’s County that left a state trooper injured.
This October, Craftmark Homes opened the decorated model of their new townhome community, Watkins Mill Station, just north of RIO in Gaithersburg, MD. If you’ve been watching this corner of Montgomery County for what comes next, now’s the time to visit this exciting new townhome opportunity. For a limited time, Craftmark is offering up to $40,000 in Closing Costs/Rate Buy-Down to celebrate their Grand Opening.
Craftmark has brought their local area expertise to Watkins Mill Station, where they’re offering two townhome plans from the Upper $800s: The Seneca II, their award-winning, elevator-ready plan with 3-5 bedrooms and up to 3,039 square feet; and The Blueridge, a new design that’s available with a covered deck, private rear yard and up to 2,795 square feet. Both showcase designer-selected finishes, oversized kitchen islands, open layouts, and a two-car garage.
Residents of Watkins Mill Station will enjoy a community pool and bathhouse with an outdoor pavilion (currently slated to open spring/summer 2027), a tot lot, and a community pocket park with an art installation. In the meantime, Seneca Creek State Park and the Muddy Branch Greenway Trail are close by for walks, runs and time on the water.
Uniquely, and especially important for area professionals, Watkins Mill Station features an on-site MARC station, so residents commuting into D.C. can relax or get a head start on their morning rather than driving. The Brunswick Line serves the station on weekdays with commuter trains to and from Union Station, and Rockville is one stop away for riders who need to transfer to the Red Line Metro or Amtrak.
Drivers will enjoy immediate access to I-270 and the Biotech Corridor, and Downtown Crown, Kentlands, RIO, and Olde Towne Gaithersburg are just a short trip for dinner and errands.
If you’re looking to settle into a new home and host the holidays in style, Craftmark has Move-In Ready homes available in their model row. Or, do you prefer to select your own finishes? Now’s the time to act to make personal selections for spring move-ins!
Craftmark’s model home is open daily 11 AM – 5 PM, and buyers should call or email Bethany (details below!) to schedule a personal appointment to learn more about available homes and how to personalize a floor plan. Don’t forget to ask about limited-time incentives like up to $40,000 in Closing Costs/Rate Buy-Down assistance!
Craftmark Homes at Watkins Mill Station
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Dollar Tree has opened a new store at 20906 Frederick Road, Suite A, in Germantown, taking over the former Staples space that closed in August. (more…)
If you think you’ve had a great burger, wait until you meet this one. 7th Street Burger started as a smash-burger sensation in New York’s East Village, earned waves of praise and social-media buzz for its crispy, juicy patties and simple, craveable formula. That hype was brought to the DMV with its DC locations and now it’s here in Maryland with some calling it Maryland’s version of In-N-Out because of its fries.
Scorpio season is shedding season. Let the healing power of gongs help you release what no longer serves you!
Gongs have been used since ancient times to banish evil spirits, dispel negative energy and invite sacred intention. Gongs can lead you into the parts of yourself that are ready to be shed so a new cycle can begin. This sound bath will feature four gongs and other healing instruments.
Blankets, mats and bolsters are provided. Dress comfortably.
Tickets on Eventbrite
One of Maryland’s most talked-about burgers is entering its next chapter. Fifty Fifty, the Frederick-based burger concept known for its half beef, half bacon patties, is officially rebranding as Backslash Burger. While the name is changing, everything that made the burger a statewide standout is staying exactly the same.
A pair of coywolves, also known as eastern coyotes, were spotted moving together Thursday afternoon in the Burtonsville area, according to Tim Pruss of MyDronePro, who encountered the animals while searching for a lost dog (video below).
Permanent signage is now up at Quincy’s Golf & Social at 245 Kentlands Blvd. in Gaithersburg, marking another visible step toward the opening of the country club-style restaurant, bar, and golf venue in the former Not Your Average Joe’s space.
A Cold Weather Advisory is now in effect for Montgomery County from 10pm Sunday through 8am Monday, according to the National Weather Service, as an arctic air mass continues to impact the region.
Updated with email sent by MCPS to employees at 6:32pm on Sunday evening
Montgomery County Public Schools announced that all schools will remain closed to students on Monday, February 2, 2026, while school system offices will open on time and staff are expected to report as they would on a regular non-instructional day.
Whether you love him or hate him, when Dave Portnoy gives a pizza a high score, people take notice. That’s exactly what happened with Frank’s Pizza & Pasta (6620 Belair Rd Baltimore, MD), a Baltimore-area staple known for its no-nonsense slices, stacked cheesesteaks, and classic Italian comfort food.
When the decision was made on Thursday to close schools for Friday, Jan. 30, Montgomery County Public Schools also shared early guidance about the start of the following week.