Flash flood watch in effect until this evening
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for central and southeast Montgomery County until 10 p.m. this evening.
Shooting reported at Takoma Metro station
The Metro Transit Police Department reported a shooting earlier this afternoon at the Takoma Metro Station.
Police seeking public’s help to identify robbery suspect
The Montgomery County Police Department yesterday released a surveillance video of a suspect in the armed robbery of Moorenko’s ice cream shop at 8030 Georgia Ave. and is asking the public for help to identify this person.
Compliments & Complaints Friday
We’re rolling out a new column: Complaints & Compliments. On Mondays, you can share your complaints, and on Fridays, share your compliments.
Seminary Road bridge over Beltway to be repaired
The Maryland State Highway Administration is planning a major rehabilitation of the bridge carrying Seminary Road over the Beltway.
Beltway Elite 7s Chasing Championship Dreams at Rugby Nationals
A Silver Spring-based rugby team, Beltway Elite, is heading to USA Rugby’s National Championship tournament. Beltway Elite plays the faster, seven-on-seven version of the game—the one on display at last summer’s Olympic games.
ArtStream moving office from Silver Spring to Chevy Chase
ArtStream, Inc., a Silver Spring-based, performance-focused organization, is moving its administrative office from 620 Pershing Dr. to Chevy Chase.
Upcoming Events, Aug. 2-9
Illustration from FiveStone Church Wednesday, August 2 The Eclectiks concert, Sonny’s Green at The Blairs, 1401 Blair Rd., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Outdoor Salsa Night, Veterans Plaza, 7-9 p.m. Thursday, August 3 Let’s Make Some Music, Long Branch Library, 8800 Garland Ave., 4 p.m. Silver Spring Concert Series, Moxie Blues Band, Veterans Plaza, 7-9 p.m. Friday, August 4 Play, “Harriett Tubman: Defender,” … Read More
Two New Businesses Coming, a Third Is Already Open
An Edible Arrangements and a café are in the works for The Bonifant, while a new dentist’s office has opened on East-West Highway.