Neighbors Barista has announced plans to open a brick-and-mortar location at 1101 Nelson St in Rockville, occupying the former Essex Bank space in the Woodley Gardens shopping center. (more…)
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The National Weather Service has expanded the Winter Storm Warning to now include almost all of Maryland and all of Northern Virginia. It goes in effect at 10pm tonight (Sunday) and lasts until 1am Tuesday morning.
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A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 10pm Sunday night until 1am Tuesday morning for DC, portions of Maryland, and northern Virginia. With that comes the possibility for closures and delays, which we will get into tonight.
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Nationally recognized as the third-largest biopharma hub in the country, and home to thriving industry clusters including technology, defense, and satellite and advanced communications, Montgomery County continues to attract global brands, generate high-quality and high-paying jobs, and drive economic growth.
Recent investments from global industry leaders highlight this continued momentum.
This past March, Samsung Biologics had its official ribbon cutting in Rockville. The Korean contract development and manufacturing leader expanded into the U.S. market through its acquisition of the former Human Genome Sciences facility in Rockville. The acquisition will retain more than 500 jobs and marks Samsung Biologics’ first U.S.-based manufacturing site, further cementing Montgomery County’s position as a premier destination for life sciences companies of all sizes. “During our international trade mission last year, we met with the Samsung Biologics team in Seoul to discuss the economic momentum in Maryland. Today’s ribbon cutting is the realization of that meeting and our state’s momentum,” said Maryland Governor Wes Moore. “South Korea’s largest biotech company is opening its first U.S. manufacturing facility here in Maryland. In the state of Maryland, we are delivering for our people and not playing for second.”
Last October, biopharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca, headquartered in Gaithersburg since 2013, announced that it will build another state-of-the art facility, also in Gaithersburg. This new facility, which follows the opening of the company’s $300 million cell therapy manufacturing facility opened in Rockville last spring, will create 100 new jobs and continue to expand the company’s R&D footprint in the County. (more…)
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.
Hallmark at 227 Kentlands Blvd in Gaithersburg is set to close this month and is currently offering 50% off all items in the store.
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued from 10pm Sunday night until 1am Tuesday morning for DC, portions of Maryland, and northern Virginia.
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Today, President Biden named nineteen recipients of the Presidential Medal of Freedom– including two from Maryland. The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the Nation’s highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, world peace, or other significant societal, public or private endeavors.
Sodexo, a Montgomery County-based leader in foodservice across the US has announced the company’s goal of opening nearly 100 “Food Hive” markets at colleges nationwide by 2026.
The Montgomery County Volunteer Center is inviting residents to participate in MLK Day of Service events on January 18 and 19, featuring service projects at local recreation centers and a volunteer fair at the Bethesda North Marriott, aimed at supporting community members in need. (more…)
Bonchon at 19775 Frederick Rd in the Fox Chapel Shopping Center in Germantown has permanently closed. (more…)
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Mykonos, a Rockville staple for decades, will be opening a new restaurant in Potomac’s Cabin John Village. The restaurant will be taking over the space that was occupied by Broadway Pizza until the end of 2021 and though an opening timeframe is not yet available, we now expect it to be in the coming months.