Bethesda

On Thursday afternoon, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at a single-family home located in the 9200 block of Rosehill Drive in Bethesda. The fire, which began in the garage, quickly spread to the basement and first floor of the residence. MCFRS Chief spokesperson provided an update on Friday morning.

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Announcement

Dreaming about your next vacation? Join Cruise Planners Beth Borrego and Rod Rodriguez for an inspiring day devoted to ocean and river cruises, guided tours, luxury travel and unforgettable destinations around the world!

Meet representatives from four leading travel brands, each offering a different way to explore. Discover AmaWaterways’ award-winning river cruises; Collette’s expertly planned guided vacations and immersive land experiences; Oceania Cruises’ destination-focused, small-ship voyages and renowned cuisine; and Premier World Discovery’s guided tours, river cruises and rail journeys.


Event

College Park Day is on Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 12:00 to 6:00 pm at the College Park Aviation Museum and Airport!This annual festival has free activities and entertainment for all ages.

This year includes three live music and performance stages! Dance and sing along to an exciting lineup of local bands!


MoCo Government

The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection honored K–12 student artists at its 2025 Waste Reduction-Reuse-Recycling Poster Contest Ceremony, recognizing creative work that promotes environmental awareness and supports the County’s zero-waste goals. (more…)


Gaithersburg

Gaithersburg residents will cast their ballots for Mayor and two City Council Members on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. All Council Members serve at-large. The terms of office for Mayor Jud Ashman and Council Members Lisa Henderson and Jim McNulty expire in November. The Mayor and City Council Members elected in 2025 will each serve a four-year term.

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Maryland

According to Wyndly.com– a website specializing in allergy treatments– Maryland has been ranked as the “worst state for pollen allergies.” Following closely behind are Delaware, Kansas, Virginia, and Connecticut. Despite its generally mild weather and the experience of all four seasons, Maryland residents face significant challenges from seasonal pollen, indoor allergens, and the region’s diverse flora.

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