Former Congresswoman Connie Morella Turns 90
Montgomery County’s Connie Morella turns 90 years old on February 12th. Morella was well known for being a beloved Republican elected in a heavily Democratic district, often winning reelection with over 70% of the vote.
Forme Life Opens in Montgomery Mall
Forme Life has just opened it’s first Maryland retail location inside of Montgomery Mall (7101 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda). They sell in-home virtual studios that according to the company, “double as an elegant full-length mirror.” They are aiming to be the Peloton of studio fitness.
Tampa Bay’s Ross Cockrell attended Whitman High School
Earlier this week we highlighted Dorian O’Daniel– the Good Counsel graduate who will be playing in his second straight Super Bowl for the Kansas Scott Chiefs.
Virtual Meeting February 17th About Upcoming Connecticut Avenue, Jones Bridge Road Project
On Wednesday, February 17th, at 6PM, the Maryland State Highway Administration is hosting a virtual information meeting about an upcoming intersection reconfiguration project on MD-185 (Connecticut Avenue) at Jones Bridge Road and Kensington Parkway in Chevy Chase.
Hemi Pizza Launching Soon in Bethesda
Chef Tony’s Seafood Restaurant has announced a new pizza venture popping up in their downtown Bethesda Kitchen.
Peter Rosenberg, a MoCo Native, is Now a WWE Champion
Peter Rosenberg, 41, grew up in Chevy Chase and graduated from B-CC. He is also a University of Maryland alumni and has been a local DJ at local stations such as WPGC, WHFS, and WJFK.
Planta, an upscale plant-based restaurant featuring a menu by Chef David Lee, will be coming 491 Elm St in Bethesda (formerly Cafe Deluxe.)
Berries & Bowls is Coming to Bethesda
The “Superfood Cafe” will open its second location at 4961 Elm St. in Bethesda, the former home of Spring Mill Bread Co.
Update on Ensemble in Bethesda
Arthur Smith played a big role in the development of Derrick Henry as one of the best running backs in the NFL, turning the Titans offense around, and helping the team make the playoffs in consecutive years. The second-year offensive coordinator has helped guide veteran quarterback Ryan Tannehill to two of his best seasons in the NFL. He is responsible for installing an offense that features Derrick Henry in a prominent role, helping take the Titans to the AFC championship game last season and to the playoffs this year.
Smith, who graduated from Georgetown Prep in 2001, guided the Little Hoyas to an undefeated season and an IAC championship as a senior. He was inducted into the Georgetown Prep Athletic Hall of Fame in 2017, just two years before being promoted to offensive coordinator for the Titans.
Dog Haus Coming to Silver Spring
Dog Haus Biergarten will be opening a new location at 933 Ellsworth Dr. in Downtown Silver Spring this summer, the location formerly home to Lebanese Taverna before it moved to Fenton Street.