Below you’ll see the most recent updates or final scores of the 2026 week 8 MCPS football games. The scores will be updated as we receive them. If a score isn’t listed, it’s because we haven’t yet received a report from the game that we can confirm. An ‘F’ signifies the score is confirmed as being final:
Metro will open Metrorail two hours early on Sunday, Oct. 25 to accommodate runners and spectators attending the 51st Marine Corps Marathon.
This October, Craftmark Homes opened the decorated model of their new townhome community, Watkins Mill Station, just north of RIO in Gaithersburg, MD. If you’ve been watching this corner of Montgomery County for what comes next, now’s the time to visit this exciting new townhome opportunity. For a limited time, Craftmark is offering up to $40,000 in Closing Costs/Rate Buy-Down to celebrate their Grand Opening.
Craftmark has brought their local area expertise to Watkins Mill Station, where they’re offering two townhome plans from the Upper $800s: The Seneca II, their award-winning, elevator-ready plan with 3-5 bedrooms and up to 3,039 square feet; and The Blueridge, a new design that’s available with a covered deck, private rear yard and up to 2,795 square feet. Both showcase designer-selected finishes, oversized kitchen islands, open layouts, and a two-car garage.
Residents of Watkins Mill Station will enjoy a community pool and bathhouse with an outdoor pavilion (currently slated to open spring/summer 2027), a tot lot, and a community pocket park with an art installation. In the meantime, Seneca Creek State Park and the Muddy Branch Greenway Trail are close by for walks, runs and time on the water.
Uniquely, and especially important for area professionals, Watkins Mill Station features an on-site MARC station, so residents commuting into D.C. can relax or get a head start on their morning rather than driving. The Brunswick Line serves the station on weekdays with commuter trains to and from Union Station, and Rockville is one stop away for riders who need to transfer to the Red Line Metro or Amtrak.
Drivers will enjoy immediate access to I-270 and the Biotech Corridor, and Downtown Crown, Kentlands, RIO, and Olde Towne Gaithersburg are just a short trip for dinner and errands.
If you’re looking to settle into a new home and host the holidays in style, Craftmark has Move-In Ready homes available in their model row. Or, do you prefer to select your own finishes? Now’s the time to act to make personal selections for spring move-ins!
Craftmark’s model home is open daily 11 AM – 5 PM, and buyers should call or email Bethany (details below!) to schedule a personal appointment to learn more about available homes and how to personalize a floor plan. Don’t forget to ask about limited-time incentives like up to $40,000 in Closing Costs/Rate Buy-Down assistance!
Craftmark Homes at Watkins Mill Station
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Golden Corral in Waldorf, MD has been temporarily closed after health inspectors discovered a roach infestation at the restaurant, located at 2800 Crain Highway in Charles County. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council’s Audit Committee will meet on Friday, October 23, at 2:30 p.m. to review two Office of the Inspector General (OIG) investigations involving alleged misconduct by a Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) executive and an employee of the Office of the County Attorney. (more…)
Scorpio season is shedding season. Let the healing power of gongs help you release what no longer serves you!
Gongs have been used since ancient times to banish evil spirits, dispel negative energy and invite sacred intention. Gongs can lead you into the parts of yourself that are ready to be shed so a new cycle can begin. This sound bath will feature four gongs and other healing instruments.
Blankets, mats and bolsters are provided. Dress comfortably.
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Rockville’s outdoor ice rink at The Square is now open for the 2026 season. Located at 131 Gibbs Street in Rockville Town Square, the open-air rink offers public skating throughout the winter months. (more…)
On Tuesday, October 20, Montgomery County Councilmembers Kate Stewart, Kristin Mink and Evan Glass presented a proclamation recognizing International Pronouns Day, which was observed on Wednesday, October 21. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will begin its annual leaf vacuuming program on Monday, November 9, with collections continuing into December. (more…)
Kentlands Jewelers/Daviko Gems, located at 109 Market Street in Gaithersburg, has announced that it will permanently close after 30 years in business. The store’s final day of operation is scheduled for Thursday, December 24, 2026. (more…)
Rivalry games headline Week 8, with Quince Orchard looking to stay unbeaten, Sherwood and Damascus preparing for a defensive battle, and Blair-Seneca Valley shaping up as a potential shootout. There are also several games with playoff implications and a few teams looking to prove last week was no fluke. Here’s a look at every matchup on the schedule, along with predictions:
The Cougars remain untouchable, Churchill escapes a scare, and Paint Branch delivers a statement. With the playoffs approaching, the race for position behind QO is getting more interesting. Below you’ll see the MCPS high school football top ten:
The Washington Spirit have agreed to a new multi-year contract with midfielder Deborah Abiodun, keeping the Nigerian international in Washington through at least the 2028 season. Abiodun signed a new two-year deal through 2028 with a mutual option for 2029, the club announced Thursday.