Shooting occurs outside elementary school in Olney
No injuries reported, not school-related according to police
29-year-old man found guilty in 2021 shooting at Gaithersburg restaurant parking lot
Sentencing date set for May 8; potential sentence of life in prison
MCPS revises policy on reading LGBTQ+ inclusive books in school
Some educators frustrated by district’s unwillingness to voice support for inclusive policies
First responders recall “miracle” of Gaithersburg plane crash rescue
When a small plane crashed into a power line tower in Gaithersburg on a freezing November night, first responders knew they were on borrowed time to save the pilot and his passenger
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Attacker tried to rape Takoma Park hotel employee while she cleaned room, police say
Plus: Bidens send condolences to parents of woman killed in high-rise fire; grants available to businesses hurt by Purple Line construction
County officials discuss Silver Spring public safety measures during community forum
Conversation was held Sunday at the Silver Spring Civic Center and followed by a safety walk with MCPD officials
MCPS to release plan to combat student absenteeism
McDonald’s in Glenmont a hotspot for students skipping school, district says
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
Former councilmember Rice makes case for newly created county position
Creation of $175,000-a-year broadband project manager job has drawn criticism
County Council unanimously overrides Elrich’s veto of Planning Board appointee
Councilmembers express disappointment with Elrich’s decision
Cannabis legalization plan passes in Maryland Senate
Plus: Family of Montgomery County teen killed in hit & run create memorial, ask for safety increase
Public Safety & Justice
Wheaton man sentenced to 40 years in murder, near-decapitation case
Charges stem from a January 2021 incident
House fire in Fairland area of Silver Spring displaces five, injures two firefighters
Incident occurred Monday night at 1900 Aventurine Way
18-year-old shot, killed Sunday in Fairland area of Silver Spring
Victim was pronounced dead on the scene; police investigating
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Education & Family
‘Thank You, Educators’ rally celebrates hundreds of MCPS teachers
Bestselling author Alexandra Robbins pushes for improved working conditions at schools
White’s Ferry owners looking to sell to county government
Joint bid for Virginia landing site rejected by Rockland Farm
Five antisemitic incidents reported in MCPS this week
‘Helpless’ parents demand transparency from school district
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
Food & Drink
Willie T’s Seafood Shack opens in Silver Spring
The Florida-based seafood eatery offers fast casual oceanic cuisine
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
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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
Hike through history at Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park
The park’s Underground Railroad Experience Trail marks its 25th anniversary this year
Many MoCo employees, especially younger ones, follow the national trend of forming labor unions
Local unions aim to negotiate policies about health care, hours and a living wage
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.
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Face of the Week
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
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.
Profiles + Showcases
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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