Ballot initiative limiting county executive to two terms debuts at GOP conference
MoCo Republicans talk opposition to ‘woke culture,’ LGBTQ+ themes in curriculum
Pedestrian struck by two cars, killed in Burnt Mills area of Silver Spring
Man is fourth pedestrian to die in Montgomery County in 2023
‘Insulting, dismissive’: Elrich vetoes Planning Board member appointed a month ago
Rejection will test whether County Council can summon votes for override on James Hedrick
Naked man on I-270 jumps on fire truck
MCFRS officials found the man after initially responding to reports of a personal injury collision Friday morning
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Silver Spring bar, restaurant owners concerned about ‘safety bill’ for late night-businesses
But backers say legislation will boost safety in wake of recent spate of crime around Silver Spring
Automatic ghost gun, hundreds of fentanyl pills seized at Glenmont Shopping Center
A 20-year-old Silver Spring man and a juvenile female have been charged
Five antisemitic incidents reported in MCPS this week
‘Helpless’ parents demand transparency from school district
Culture
Director of historic Silver Spring movie theater, cultural center retiring
Plus: Silver Spring diner slated to be redeveloped, Metro to pay $40 million to retrofit faregates
Group of kids thwarts man’s kidnapping attempt at school bus stop, police say
Plus: Counties where the most people work from home in Maryland; Forever Maryland Awards
Take a hike in Willow Spring–with goats
Goat’n Around is a multifaceted business that takes advantage of the beauty of Montgomery County
Government & Politics
MoCo Dems announce search to fill District 39 delegate seat
Fourth seat in three months to be picked by panel, not voters
County Council asks Metro to reconsider proposed changes to rail fare
Plus: Silver Spring biotech firm begins layoffs, new county high school to open in 2026
Elrich, County Council planning to spend remaining federal assistance money on social safety net measures
Tens of millions of dollars allocated for personal protective equipment reimbursement, food distribution, affordable housing among other measures
Public Safety & Justice
Antisemitic incidents spike 261% across Montgomery County, ADL reports
County accounts for nearly 60% of 109 incidents reported statewide last year
Minivan hits school bus in Gaithersburg leaving one person trapped
Incident occurred at Midcounty Highway and Washington Grove Lane; three taken to hospital
Development of former Nike missile site in Gaithersburg to include 380 multi-family dwelling units
The 13.71-acre parcel will have 40% green space
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Education & Family
Narcan administered to unconscious high schooler at Gaithersburg McDonald’s
Quince Orchard principal praises students for calling 911
Family fentanyl forum to be held Saturday at Paint Branch HS
Narcan administered 13 times in public schools so far this school year, MCPS says
MCPS outside spending for special education litigation cut in half
School district says less spending is a good sign; Advocates disagree
Jewish homeschool group raises nearly $800 for kosher food pantry
Students learn value of money, importance of giving back, parents say
County officials turn up the heat on MCPS restorative justice model, question CEO data
Councilmembers push for more data to measure methods’ success
Award-winning Watkins Mill wellness center employee arrested on sex offense charges
Clarence McNeary accused of performing sex acts with 16-year-old on school property
School board president urges passing of county executive’s proposed budget
Karla Silvestre cites pandemic recovery, competitive salaries as key priorities
Food & Drink
District Falafel’s Mediterranean fare is as good as it looks
Falafel mastermind Mohammad Badah knows what it takes to make a perfect gyro.
Tastee Diner closes in Silver Spring Wednesday after over 70 years
The eatery served its last plates March 22
Live music and ‘DMV’ cuisine: What to expect from Citizens & Culture in Silver Spring
Restaurant’s leadership aims to highlight and unify members of the community
From BBQ to ice cream, women have a hand in MoCo’s vibrant food scene
Celebrating Women’s History Month with a wide array of edible options
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Bethesda
Three vie to replace Lee in District 16 Senate seat
Democratic committee to choose among sitting delegate, real estate agent, construction executive
B-CC silence criticized after two students found unconscious in school bathroom
Families learned of incident from student newspaper
Signage shows new Nike store heading to Bethesda Row
Space previously occupied by Amazon Books; Silver Spring to open in February
Rockville
Three years in, Rockville accessory dwelling unit proposal gathers steam
Where proponents see affordable housing, opponents worry over neighborhood character, tree canopy
Regal Cinemas Rockville to close
Theater is one of 39 that parent company is closing amid bankruptcy
Rockville may drop voting age to 16, joining larger trend launched in Takoma Park
Proposals include expanding City Council, shifting from at-large to district model, enacting term limits
Silver Spring
Stephanie Helsing named president of Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce
She begins March 20, replacing longtime head Jane Redicker
On MLK Day, Gov.-elect Wes Moore pledges to make Maryland ‘the state that serves’
Plus: Silver Spring residents concerned about recent violent crimes
Purple Line work’s road disruption being felt in downtown Silver Spring
Transit Center partially blocked this week; major traffic upheaval expected within months
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Culture
Potomac billionaire Mitchell Rales joins bid to buy the Washington Commanders
Plus: Gold’s Gym launches website for its upcoming branch in Silver Spring
Extra performance of Olney’s Kinky Boots to benefit Parasol Patrol, MoCo Pride
Groups have boosted LGBT community amid Proud Boys protests at drag story hours
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From Bethesda Magazine
Three exciting weekend getaways
Hop on a seaplane to New York or check out the first luxury boutique hotel in Wilmington, Delaware
Elrich outlines his plan for MoCo’s housing crisis
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich has a plan to address the housing affordability crisis. But developers, county council leadership—and time—are not on his side.
After Shark Tank appearance, Bethesda-based menswear brand Collars & Co. aims to be the next big thing
Founder Justin Baer aims to establish a brick-and-mortar location sometime this year
Hulu Skewer House brings Chinese barbecue to Rockville
Grill your own skewers of pork belly, mushrooms, seafood and more table side
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Face of the Week
7 kid-friendly restaurants in MoCo that adults will love, too
Family dinner doesn’t have to mean chicken nuggets and buttered pasta. These local restaurants are raising the bar.
7 things to do and see in MoCo this spring
The Bethesda Film Festival, Bunnyland and Pike’s Peek 10K are among our top picks for activities in March and April
10 extraordinary teens in Montgomery County
These young activists, students and humanitarians dream of making a difference one day. They already have.
Profiles + Showcases
Meet more leading professionals and businesses
Home & Garden
Effort aims to cultivate diversity among Montgomery County farmers
Officials say guide will connect BIPOC farmers with networks, grant information, other resources
Seven pieces of home decor that channel an English country kitchen
You don’t have to be an Anglophile to appreciate their warm, vintage charm
Check out these four beautiful bathrooms, each remodeled for maximum personality
These spaces shine with natural light galore, rich wallpaper, and floor-to-ceiling windows