Located at 820 Muddy Branch Rd. in Gaithersburg’s Muddy Branch Square, Royal Tandoor has been turning heads since it opened its doors in May 2021. Taking over the space previously occupied by the short-lived River Side Hot Pot, the restaurant has quickly become a local favorite. Photos and videos of the experience below.
On July 17, the Montgomery County Council’s Education and Culture Committee will receive a briefing on MCPS academic performance and review grading policy changes, while the Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee will review legislation related to internet access service procurement and retirement system eligibility. The discussions will cover the transition to Maryland State Report Card data, updates to grading regulations, and proposed bills affecting County contracting and employee retirement groups.
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.
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is offering free back-to-school vaccinations for children in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade who live in the County and are missing required immunizations. Vaccines are available by appointment at multiple clinic locations through the end of September to help students meet state vaccination requirements for the 2025–2026 school year. (more…)
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has released additional information regarding a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, near the intersection of Connecticut Avenue and Plyers Mill Road. (more…)
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.
Get into the holiday spirit at our Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Rockville Senior Center. The holiday bazaar features over 50 handmade crafters, book sale, plants sale, raffles, lunch for purchase, and more! Sponsored by Rockville Seniors, Inc.
Free admission for all ages
Complaints from Montgomery County homeowners about incomplete home improvement projects led to a multimillion-dollar judgment against Optimum Construction, Optimum Interiors, and owner Amr “Omar” Elrahimy, following an investigation by the County’s Office of Consumer Protection and the Maryland Attorney General’s Office. (more…)
A 24-year-old from Brooklyn, NY was sentenced in Montgomery County Circuit Court to 10 years in prison, with all but 26 months suspended, for involvement in a theft scheme targeting elderly victims in Bethesda, after pleading guilty to conspiracy and attempted theft charges.
Updated at 12:06pm: Connecticut Avenue (MD-185) is currently closed at Plyers Mill Road in Kensington following a fatal pedestrian collision involving a U.S. Postal Service mail truck. (more…)
Montgomery County-based California Tortilla is bringing back its Shark Week promotion starting July 23, offering a free Shark Fin Hat with the purchase of a fish taco, with additional free tacos for customers who wear the hat back or post a photo tagging the restaurant. (more…)
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Wilson Delcid Giron, a missing 17-year-old. (more…)
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a vehicle fire near 700 S. Frederick Avenue at Westland Drive in Gaithersburg on Wednesday morning. (more…)
Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart introduced Expedited Bill 27-25 to establish a community choice aggregator, aiming to provide residents and small businesses with access to more renewable, competitively priced electricity while supporting the County’s climate goals.