Germantown native Brandon Murray, who attended and played middle school basketball at Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School in Germantown, led his team in scoring today as 12th-seeded McNeese State pulled off a stunning upset against 5th-seeded Clemson in the first round of the NCAA tournament.
Hill Country, located at 410 7th Street NW DC, has shared that it will be closing permanently on Friday, March 28th after nearly 15 years of service in DC.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) has a project to replace the Cattail Road Bridge No. M-0491. The existing bridge, constructed in 1975, is in poor condition. MCDOT is working proactively to replace the bridge before it becomes a safety hazard.
Why settle for a bouquet that lasts a week when you can give Mom a memory that lasts a lifetime? Join us at the Blooming Blossoms studio in Silver Spring for a Mother’s Day experience that goes beyond a traditional gift.
Our upscale, two-hour workshops are a calming escape where you’ll learn the art of floral design. We’ll guide you through creating a premium seasonal arrangement while you sip on refreshments and enjoy gourmet pastries in our relaxing, light-filled space. Sessions are available throughout the week leading up to Mother’s Day and Mother’s Day weekend. It’s the perfect way to pause, bond, and each create a gorgeous arrangement to take home.
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Back in December 2022, we announced that Playful Pack, a daycare and boarding facility for dogs, would be opening a new location in the Travilah Square shopping center in Rockville. We can now share that it is has opened at 10016 Darnestown Rd.
Join Kaiser Permanente for Healthy at the Harbor, a free community health and wellness event taking place Saturday, June 6, from 11 am to 4 pm at National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Bring your family and friends for free full day of fun, fitness, and preventive care along the waterfront.
Throughout the day, Kaiser Permanente nurses and physicians will offer no-cost health screenings, alongside a health and wellness expo focused on preventive care education. A lively Kids’ Zone will keep children active and entertained with spin-art bikes, face painting, balloon art, games, and more.
A Montgomery County man won a $30,036 Mega Millions prize after purchasing his ticket at Wheaton Winery on University Boulevard. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
Peruvian Charcoal Chicken & Grill is now open at 261 Kentlands Blvd in Gaithersburg, occupying the former TaKorean space, which closed in July 2024. (more…)
A Rockville woman won a $50,000 prize from a MONOPOLY X20 scratch-off ticket purchased at the Giant Food store on Traville Gateway Drive, with the retailer also receiving a $500 bonus from the Maryland Lottery. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery:
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is continuing its Sweep the Salt pilot program to remove excess road salt from streets near sensitive watershed areas, helping to prevent water contamination. MCDOT reported that the program collected nearly 50 tons of salt and debris following winter storms, and based on initial results, plans to continue the initiative next year.
MCPS has shared that three supporting services employees have been named finalists for the 2025 Supporting Services Employee of the Year. This year’s annual awards, given by SEIU Local 500 and MCPS, are recognizing Esquibel (Celi) Andino, bus operator, Randolph Transportation Depot; Josephine (Josie) Marinucci, school secretary I, Westover Elementary School and John Sparrow, paraeducator, Poolesville High School. The winner will be announced at a celebration in May.
Montgomery County government has announced that the 2025 County Health Rankings recognize the county as one of the healthiest in Maryland and the U.S. The report highlights Montgomery County’s low premature death rates, high life expectancy, healthier behaviors, strong access to healthcare providers, and ongoing efforts to address health disparities.
The Maryland Lottery announced that a $100,000 Powerball-winning ticket was sold at the Walmart on North Fruitland Boulevard in Fruitland, with the prize doubled from $50,000 due to the Power Play option. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: