Montgomery County is no stranger to fostering entrepreneurial spirit, and Nick Scrivens, a Churchill High School (class of 2005) alumnus, is a prime example. His apparel company, Fore Fathers, known for its stylish and dad-centric clothing, has just released a new design that hits close to home– the “Maryland Man” shirt.
Pilar Sanders, the proud mother of NFL players Shilo and Shedeur Sanders, was seen cheering on her son, Shilo Sanders, in a custom outfit designed by Montgomery County’s Passion For Ezra. The outfit was worn for Shilo’s preseason debut with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he made an impression with a significant hit and a tackle.
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.
Drew Morrison, 33, a longtime Bethesda resident and policy professional, announced his candidacy for the District 1 seat on the Montgomery County Council, with the Democratic primary set for June 23, 2026. Raised in the Edgemoor and Mohican Hills neighborhoods, Morrison has served in local government, worked as a consultant, and currently serves as a Policy Advisor at the Maryland Department of Transportation, where he was named Employee of the Year in 2024. (more…)
The Washington Commanders have made a move to bolster their receiving corps, signing veteran wide receiver River Cracraft and releasing 6’5 wide receiver Michael Strachan.
Join artist Nora Naranjo Morse (Kha’p’o Owenge ([Santa Clara Pueblo]), creator of Always Becoming, and the community that cares for the museum’s ephemeral outdoor sculpture family, to learn about the project’s evolution over the past two decades, and what the future holds.
Learn about the art of clay, traditions of sustainability in Pueblo building techniques, and more. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly art activities, dance performances by the Zuni Olla Maidens, watch a short film, and multiple opportunities to hear from the artist, her family, and museum experts that have contributed to the care and revitalization of the sculptures.
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Girls Who Paint
10419 Fawcett St.
Kensington, Maryland 20895
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Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) recently hosted its Superintendent’s A&S (Administrative & Supervisory) Meeting, featuring two prominent speakers: former NFL quarterback and activist Colin Kaepernick and Anurupa Ganguly, founder of Prisms of Reality.
The Baltimore Ravens and Washington Commanders have mutually agreed to cancel their upcoming joint practice, citing “logistical challenges” and the short turnaround between games as the primary reasons. The practice, which was scheduled to take place before their preseason matchup, has been scrapped to allow both teams to focus on their individual preparations.
A familiar face has returned to Woodley Gardens, bringing a new community gathering spot with it. Neighbors Coffee, a new café founded by local couple Spencer and Lulu Trach, has officially opened its doors at 1101 Nelson Street, taking over the former Essex Bank location (video below).
Update: In a press release, Sixty Vines incorrectly listed the upcoming location as 231 Rio Boulevard. The restaurant is scheduled to open at 212 Ellington Blvd in Downtown Crown.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Washington Dulles International Airport intercepted 23 pounds of marijuana in the checked luggage of Octavious Lamar Dozier, 27, of Atlanta, on August 5, leading to his arrest by Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police. This was the second such arrest in three days at Dulles, as authorities report an ongoing trend of attempts to smuggle marijuana to Europe where it commands higher profits. (more…)
Update: Charles F. Brand has been located safe and unharmed. Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 3rd District Investigative Section, are asking for the public’s help in […]
Montgomery County Police 3rd District officers and Fire Rescue were dispatched around 10:45 p.m. to the 8200 block of Georgia Avenue for a reported stabbing. (more…)