Montgomery County based Team Senshi Karate earned an impressive 15 national medals: 3 gold, 8 silver, and 4 bronze at the 2025 USA National Karate Championships, held July 9–13 in Fort Worth, Texas. They were the only team from Maryland to compete at the event, which brought together over 3,000 top athletes from across the country. Senshi Karate is located at 9995 Stedwick Rd, Montgomery Village, MD 20886. (more…)
“Opening Soon” signage is now up for Spirit Halloween at the former Party City location at Westfield Wheaton (11160 Veirs Mill Rd). (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.
Governor Wes Moore has been elected vice chair of the National Governors Association, where he will serve for one year before assuming the role of chair in 2026, helping to lead bipartisan efforts focused on economic opportunity, education, and sustainable energy.
As Washington Commanders training camp heats up, one name is consistently emerging from the pack and drawing praise from media members: seventh-round draft pick Jacory Croskey-Merritt. According to 106.7 The Fan’s Grant Paulsen, Croskey-Merritt has been particularly impressive, a significant development in a competitive Commanders backfield (video below).
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.
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.
The Montgomery County Council will meet on Tuesday, July 29, to present several proclamations, hear a briefing on the Department of Transportation’s Parking Lot Pilot Security Program, and introduce legislation aimed at enhancing cyclist safety by prohibiting vehicle parking in bikeways.
Hot Topic will permanently close its location at Westfield Wheaton Mall ( 11160 Veirs Mill Rd). According to a representative, the store is expected to close by the end of August.
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This morning, Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) 3D officers were dispatched to the intersection of Lockwood Drive and New Hampshire Avenue In White Oak following reports of a shooting. The call came in at 9:47 am.
Pisco y Nazca received the Recognition for the Promotion and Diffusion of Peruvian Culture in the United States Award from the Embassy of Peru, honoring the restaurant’s efforts to share Peruvian heritage through its cuisine and atmosphere. Executive Chef Mauricio Chirinos accepted the award from Ambassador Alfredo Ferrero during a Peru Independence Anniversary celebration in Washington, DC. (more…)
Dunkin’ and Baskin-Robbins will celebrate the grand opening its newest combo restaurant at 12106 Georgia Ave. in Wheaton-Glenmont on Wednesday, July 30. The store is located in the space that was previously home to $2.49 Cleaners, on the same block as Trippy’s Tacos and Seafood in the Buff and near Popeyes. (more…)
Silver Spring’s very own Zania Socka-Nguemen, a rising sophomore forward and proud product of Montgomery County, recently played a pivotal role in leading the United States to a gold medal at the 2025 FIBA U19 Women’s World Cup, held in Brno, Czech Republic, from July 12th to 20th.