Alchemy Hair Salon, located at 10739 Columbia Pike in the Shoppes of Burnt Mill shopping center in Silver Spring, has announced that it will be closing its doors after 20 years of service.
MoComCon, an all-day, all-ages event celebrating comics, graphic novels, and fandoms, returns to Montgomery County this Saturday, March 22, and Sunday, March 23, at the BlackRock Center for the Arts and Germantown Library. (more…)
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined 16 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief supporting the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s parole pathways for certain immigrants fleeing dangerous conditions.
A winning $250,000 Maryland Lottery Pick 5 ticket was recently sold at the 7-Eleven on Old Columbia Pike in Burtonsville. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
ConnectJew LIVE! is a social discovery night where 20+ local Jewish organizations, clubs, dinners, and communities come together so you can explore the DMV young adult Jewish scene in one evening. A mixer for Jewish life, friends, and community — meet people, discover social clubs, find Shabbat dinners, and plug in at whatever level feels right. Tickets required; exact address sent 24 hours before the event (Metro Center / Chinatown area).
You’re Invited to the Community Fall Dance! 🍁
Join us for a fun, free evening of music, dancing, and community under the stars!
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced the sentencing of Tavonia Stackhouse and Monica Brown for financially exploiting a vulnerable adult at Rescuing Hearts Assisted Living Facility in Baltimore City. Stackhouse was sentenced to 60 days in jail and restitution of $25,291.80, while Brown received time served, restitution of $3,000, and 100 hours of community service, with both defendants barred from providing care for vulnerable adults or participating in federally funded health programs.
Montgomery County Council Committees will hold meetings on Monday, March 24 to discuss various policy updates and budget reviews. The agenda includes updates on the county’s Cultural Plan, amendments to the public libraries’ capital budget, transportation services regulations, the solid waste management plan, and zoning text amendments related to self-storage and commercial-to-residential conversions. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County government:
A 14-year-old has been arrested and charged with attempted robbery and assault after attacking a 15-year-old in the Glenmont area on March 20, 2025.
Crime in the Downtown Silver Spring Business District has decreased by 7.6% over the past year, with significant drops in carjackings (68%), robbery (24%), and homicide (25%) from 2023 to 2024.
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If you find yourself in Poolesville, MD, and notice a line snaking out the door at K2 Cafe, don’t be surprised. This thriving establishment, opened by husband-and-wife team Ashar Abbasi and Nichole Hodges-Abbasi, has quickly become a local favorite, attracting hungry patrons with its unique blend of American cuisine infused with Himalayan flair. A brief video of the experience is available below.
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Legend Pompee, a missing 15-year-old from Washington, D.C. (more…)
Maryland leaders announced an agreement on the FY 2026 budget framework, which eliminates a $3.3 billion structural deficit while maintaining a positive cash balance. The plan includes $2.3 billion in budget cuts and aims to ensure fiscal stability while continuing investments in key state programs.