Montgomery County law enforcement will hit the pavement in Rockville on Saturday, October 10, for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run benefiting Special Olympics Maryland.
For years after Chi-Chi’s closed at Lakeforest Mall in Gaithersburg, the former Mexican restaurant remained largely untouched, providing a time capsule from the mall’s earlier days. Now, both the restaurant and Lakeforest itself have entered new chapters: the former mall has been demolished, while Chi-Chi’s has officially made a comeback. (more…)
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.
Montgomery County communities are among 30 across Maryland receiving funding through a record $32 million round of grants from the state’s ENOUGH Initiative, a program aimed at reducing child poverty. Montgomery County participants include the 480 Club in Montgomery Village, which is joining the program as a new FY27 community, CHEER in Long Branch and Identity, Inc. in Central Gaithersburg and Montgomery Village. (more…)
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Update: Montgomery County police confirmed that the 62-year-old woman died at the hospital after being struck by a Jeep Wrangler whose driver left the scene. A witness provided a vehicle description and license plate, and the Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating the fatal hit-and-run.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to Arctic Avenue in Aspen Hill around 7:30 p.m. Wednesday for a collision involving a pedestrian. (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.
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Join Oneness-Family School for a free Montessori toddler event on Saturday, November 14! In this Montessori-inspired lesson from OFS teacher Ja’Shai Rowe, toddlers will explore the story of "Leaf Man" by Lois Ehlert and enjoy fall activities and crafts. For parents and toddlers age 1-3 years.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot at Montrose Crossing Shopping Center in Rockville on Wednesday night, with more than 75 firefighters working at the scene. (more…)
Popular DMV food blogger Nomtastic Kim has shared her “Top 10 Best Eats from September,” highlighting dishes from restaurants, bakeries and markets across the DMV (Maryland, Virginia and Washington D.C.).
Purple Line construction will result in overnight closures at the intersection of Wayne Avenue and Fenton Street in Silver Spring beginning Thursday, October 5. (more…)
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is preparing to open its highly anticipated $900 million Virginia resort next month, bringing one of the country’s largest indoor water park destinations within a relatively short drive of Montgomery County. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service responded to a fire at KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot at 5550 Randolph Rd, near Nebel St, in Rockville/North Bethesda.
Montgomery County Police shared an overview of reported calls for service from Tuesday, September 29, including three auto thefts, an armed robbery, a theft from a vehicle and a hate/bias incident.
A Mount Airy man has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting a child and possessing child sexual abuse material, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland. (more…)