A Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken & Wings location in Frederick is preparing to make a major change, with the restaurant announcing that its Spectrum Drive location will soon transition into a new seafood concept called Crab Shack.
The City of Gaithersburg will conduct a stop sign compliance study at several intersections in school zones this month as officials gather data that could help determine whether the city pursues automated stop sign enforcement in the future.
Last week, MCEDC President & CEO Jared Smith and other local Montgomery County business leaders were named to the Washington Business Journal’s Power 250 List, which recognizes influential business leaders across the DMV region. Smith, who joined MCEDC in December 2025, brings over 20 years of economic development and business experience across local and state government to the role. He is widely recognized in the economic development field and chairs the International Economic Development Council’s national Committee on the Future of the Profession, helping shape strategies that influence communities across the U.S.
During his time at MCEDC, Smith has led the development of the new Countywide Economic Development Strategic Plan for Montgomery County. The strategic plan establishes a clear, actionable framework to guide economic growth, competitiveness, and inclusive opportunity across the County. The plan builds on existing County assets like talent and proximity to world-leading research institutions, while addressing emerging challenges and opportunities in the ecosystem and workforce development.
Smith also oversaw MCEDC’s rebrand, which included a refreshed logo, new website, and the launch of quarterly MCEDC-hosted events where each convened over 100 attendees. Smith has also prioritized building a best-in-class economic development team and has made several key hires, including a new Vice President of Business Development, Vice President of Economic Competitiveness, and Chief Operating Officer.
The Washington Business Journal’s Power 250 list also recognized several other Montgomery County leaders, including Co-founder of Xometry, Randy Altschuler, President and CEO of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, Angela Franco, Founder & CEO of United Therapeutics, Dr. Martine Rothblatt, President & CEO of The Donohoe Companies, Christopher Bruch, and President of Montgomery College, Dr. Jermaine F. Williams.
Il Pizzico, the longtime Italian restaurant at 15209 Frederick Road in Rockville, has been named the best Italian restaurant in Maryland by Chowhound. A video of the restaurant experience can be seen below.
A total of 37 people were killed in motor vehicle crashes across Maryland in October 2026, including eight pedestrians and 11 motorcyclists, according to preliminary data released Monday by the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT). (more…)
Reserve your spot for an after-hour event with multi-disciplinary artist Sky Hopinka, Thursday, Nov. 5, 6–9 PM. Experience monumental nature-inspired artworks in the Water’s Edge exhibition, make your own artwork to take home at the National Museum of the American Indian.
Sky Hopinka’s photo and video art—including This is a mnemonic for Truman Lowe in the museum’s collection—shares Truman Lowe’s interest in Indigenous homelands, cultural knowledge, and traditional practices. Hopinka contributed to the exhibition catalog for Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe, writing on Lowe’s lasting impact on his work. Hopinka joins the museum for this special after hours event featuring a screening of three of his short video works followed by a discussion with Rebecca Head Trautmann, Assistant Curator of Contemporary Art and exhibition curator, along with art-making activities, and time to enjoy Lowe’s work currently on view. Sky Hopinka has been widely recognized for his experimental short films and photo-based works. A MacArthur Fellow, Guggenheim Fellow, and Forge Project Fellow, his work has been shown in major film festivals, museums, and international exhibitions and is in numerous prominent museum collections. Hopinka is currently an assistant professor in the department of Art, Film, and Visual Studies at Harvard University.
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Join Oneness-Family School for a free Montessori toddler event on Saturday, November 14! In this Montessori-inspired lesson from OFS teacher Ja’Shai Rowe, toddlers will explore the story of "Leaf Man" by Lois Ehlert and enjoy fall activities and crafts. For parents and toddlers age 1-3 years.
A 21-year-old Montgomery Village man has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for the murder of a 20-year-old man who was lured to Gaithersburg through social media messages and fatally shot during a robbery. (more…)
A 21-year-old Silver Spring man was killed in a single-vehicle collision early Saturday morning in Montgomery County.
Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Angela Justice, who was last seen in Germantown. (more…)
Update: All lanes of northbound I-270 past MD-187 (Old Georgetown Rd) have reopened. Expect residual delays.
A traffic incident is causing significant delays on northbound I-270 in Montgomery County Monday evening.
Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Jefferson Lopez Portillo, who was last seen in Germantown. (more…)
A 20-year-old Boyds man has been sentenced to five years in prison for causing a fatal crash while driving under the influence of alcohol and traveling approximately 94 mph on Great Seneca Highway. (more…)
Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Adrian Lopez-Doria, who was last seen in North Bethesda. (more…)