Takoma Park Police are investigating an attempted robbery that left a man with a serious head injury earlier this week.
Construction is moving forward on Qdoba’s upcoming Olney location, with a new permit issued for interior work at the future restaurant. A permit valued at $200,000 has been approved for construction at 3486 Olney Laytonsville Road in the Olney Shopping Center, signaling continued progress toward the restaurant’s opening. The space was previously occupied by Eco Cleaners and is located next to Royal Bagel Bakery.
Hinzi’s is set to make its Montgomery County debut today, with a soft opening scheduled for Thursday, April 16 at its new Germantown location at 13015 Wisteria Drive, in the former Mangino’s space.
Home to over 6,000 advanced technology companies working on the technologies of the future, spanning all the way from health-tech to quantum to clean energy to artificial intelligence, Montgomery County, Maryland, is earning global attention for its ability to attract investment and support companies in high-growth industries, including quantum, cyber, artificial intelligence, life sciences and more.
A top destination for companies in the innovation economy, it’s no surprise that leading brands choose to be here. With a unique combination of world-class talent, established infrastructure, and proximity to federal agencies and research institutions, this strategic location is home to 18 federal agencies and 36 federal research laboratories and some of the world most pioneering companies including Lockheed Martin, United Therapeutics, Hughes Network Systems, Vaisala Xweather, and X-energy. Additionally, the County offers a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem with private and publicly-owned incubators, accelerators and extensive opportunities for partnerships and collaborations—all of which enable startups and early-stage companies to have key strategic advantages and access to the capital and resources they need to grow and thrive.
Known for having one of the most highly educated workforces in the country with approximately one-third of its adult residents age 25 or older holding a master’s degree or higher, the County has a deep talent pool which ranks 5th highest in the technology sector, the 2nd highest concentration of PhDs in the country, and is home to approximately 90,000 technology professionals. The County also boasts top ranking public schools, the #1 community college in the state of Maryland, and proximity to over a dozen academic institutions, including the Universities at Shady Grove, which offers a consortium of nine public institutions on one campus located at Shady Grove. (more…)
The Jolly Shows Carnival is now underway at Clarksburg Premium Outlets, bringing rides, food, and games to the area through April 26.
Join Us for StoryBox Comics Fair, a two-day festival celebrating local and independent comics authors!
Day 1 – Saturday, June 27th, 11-5pm @ DwightMess compound (805 Silver Spring Ave): Events are open to the public, admission is FREE. Featuring Special Guest Artists, gallery exhibitions, workshops, artist talks, a modeling session (suggested donation) and exhibitors, you can dig in to indie comics and also tour the compound, which features an extensive comics collection, a rare video collection, Risograph and screenprinting studios.
Montgomery County Council committees will meet on Thursday, April 16 to review a wide range of Fiscal Year 2027 operating budgets, including funding for multiple government offices, non-departmental accounts, and major agencies such as the Department of Health and Human Services, WSSC Water, and the Office of Management and Budget.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that a federal judge has granted a preliminary injunction halting the construction and operation of a proposed ICE detention facility in Washington County.
Buzz has been building across Montgomery County’s dining scene, with several upcoming restaurants generating strong interest from readers and across social media in recent months. Based on views, likes, and shares, five spots in particular have stood out as the most talked-about projects, each at a different stage on the path to opening in our April edition. Listed in alphabetical order, here’s a look at the places creating the most anticipation right now.
Montgomery Parks is inviting the community to come together this weekend for a free, inclusive event celebrating Autism Acceptance Month at Wheaton Regional Park. “Shine Brighter Together” will take place on Saturday, April 18 from 11am to 2pm at 2000 Shorefield Road in Wheaton. The family-friendly event is designed to bring together individuals of all abilities for an afternoon of sensory-friendly activities, performances, and hands-on experiences.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) responded early Wednesday morning to a fatal house fire in the 9100 block of Charred Oak Drive in Bethesda. (more…)
Montgomery County is among the areas that will benefit from a new partnership between Uber and the Maryland Diaper Bank aimed at improving access to essential supplies and healthcare for families with young children.
“Coming soon” signage is now up at the future Arby’s location in Derwood, marking the latest step in the restaurant’s return to Montgomery County.