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Olympic gold medalist Dominique Dawes has announced that a new location of her eponymous gymnastics academy will open in mid-February 2026 in her hometown of Silver Spring.
Dominique Dawes Academy to Open Silver Spring Gym in Mid-February
Olympic gold medalist Dominique Dawes has announced that a new location of her eponymous gymnastics academy will open in mid-February 2026 in her hometown of Silver Spring.
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November 26, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Olympic gold medalist Dominique Dawes has announced that a new location of her eponymous gymnastics academy will open in mid-February 2026 in her hometown of Silver Spring.
Insomnia Cookies will celebrate the grand opening of its new downtown Silver Spring bakery this Saturday, offering a free Classic cookie to customers who sign up for its Insomnia Rewards program from noon until 3 a.m.
Insomnia Cookies Brings Late Night Bakery to Downtown Silver Spring
Insomnia Cookies will celebrate the grand opening of its new downtown Silver Spring bakery this Saturday, offering a free Classic cookie to customers who sign up for its Insomnia Rewards program from noon until 3 a.m.
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November 25, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Insomnia Cookies will celebrate the grand opening of its new downtown Silver Spring bakery this Saturday, offering a free Classic cookie to customers who sign up for its Insomnia Rewards program from noon until 3 a.m.
Inventa Towers in downtown Silver Spring has received WiredScore Platinum status, which is awarded to buildings that demonstrate exceptional technology across various categories.
Inventa Towers Becomes Silver Spring’s Only WiredScore Platinum Building
Inventa Towers in downtown Silver Spring has received WiredScore Platinum status, which is awarded to buildings that demonstrate exceptional technology across various categories.
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November 24, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Inventa Towers in downtown Silver Spring has received WiredScore Platinum status, which is awarded to buildings that demonstrate exceptional technology across various categories.
The annual Garden of Lights outdoor winter exhibit and the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade are back this weekend.
Annual Garden of Lights & Thanksgiving Parade Return This Weekend
The annual Garden of Lights outdoor winter exhibit and the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade are back this weekend.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The annual Garden of Lights outdoor winter exhibit and the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade are back this weekend.
All-you-can-eat Korean barbecue and Chinese hot pot chain Top Pot Hot Pot & K BBQ has signed a lease for the space formerly occupied by Red Lobster in Downtown Silver Spring.
Top Pot Korean BBQ to Replace Red Lobster in Downtown Silver Spring
All-you-can-eat Korean barbecue and Chinese hot pot chain Top Pot Hot Pot & K BBQ has signed a lease for the space formerly occupied by Red Lobster in Downtown Silver Spring.
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November 18, 2025 at 11:02 AM
All-you-can-eat Korean barbecue and Chinese hot pot chain Top Pot Hot Pot & K BBQ has signed a lease for the space formerly occupied by Red Lobster in Downtown Silver Spring.
Lime & Cilantro will reopen on Tuesday after being temporarily closed for two months due to what the Montgomery Hills restaurant previously called "ongoing legal issues."
Lime & Cilantro To Reopen Tuesday After Legal Issues Resolved
Lime & Cilantro will reopen on Tuesday after being temporarily closed for two months due to what the Montgomery Hills restaurant previously called "ongoing legal issues."
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November 16, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Lime & Cilantro will reopen on Tuesday after being temporarily closed for two months due to what the Montgomery Hills restaurant previously called "ongoing legal issues."
The opening of the Insomnia Cookies bakery in downtown Silver Spring appears to be imminent, with its window coverings removed and its menu screens now active.
Insomnia Cookies Opening in Downtown Silver Spring Nears Completion
The opening of the Insomnia Cookies bakery in downtown Silver Spring appears to be imminent, with its window coverings removed and its menu screens now active.
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November 16, 2025 at 11:30 AM
The opening of the Insomnia Cookies bakery in downtown Silver Spring appears to be imminent, with its window coverings removed and its menu screens now active.
Metro will close the Bethesda Red Line station this weekend to advance construction of the Maryland Purple Line and conduct track maintenance.
Bethesda Red Line Station Closure This Weekend for Purple Line Work
Metro will close the Bethesda Red Line station this weekend to advance construction of the Maryland Purple Line and conduct track maintenance.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Metro will close the Bethesda Red Line station this weekend to advance construction of the Maryland Purple Line and conduct track maintenance.
Maryland Representatives Jamie Raskin and Andy Harris have condemned a last-minute provision that allows senators to sue for $500,000 over the non-disclosure of electronic data, calling it corrupt political self-dealing.
Raskin and Harris Unite to Repeal Senator Data Lawsuit Provision
Maryland Representatives Jamie Raskin and Andy Harris have condemned a last-minute provision that allows senators to sue for $500,000 over the non-disclosure of electronic data, calling it corrupt political self-dealing.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Maryland Representatives Jamie Raskin and Andy Harris have condemned a last-minute provision that allows senators to sue for $500,000 over the non-disclosure of electronic data, calling it corrupt political self-dealing.
Chez Aviole has signed a lease for the space previously occupied by Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine at 7912 Georgia Ave. in downtown Silver Spring.
Haitian Restaurant Chez Aviole Coming Soon to Downtown Silver Spring
Chez Aviole has signed a lease for the space previously occupied by Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine at 7912 Georgia Ave. in downtown Silver Spring.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Chez Aviole has signed a lease for the space previously occupied by Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine at 7912 Georgia Ave. in downtown Silver Spring.
The House approved a continuing resolution to fund the federal government through January 30, but Maryland's Democratic representatives opposed the measure because it lacked commitments to address rising Obamacare costs.
House Ends 42-Day Shutdown, Maryland Democrats Vote No
The House approved a continuing resolution to fund the federal government through January 30, but Maryland's Democratic representatives opposed the measure because it lacked commitments to address rising Obamacare costs.
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November 13, 2025 at 12:03 PM
The House approved a continuing resolution to fund the federal government through January 30, but Maryland's Democratic representatives opposed the measure because it lacked commitments to address rising Obamacare costs.
Local restaurants Zinnia, Motorkat, and Takoma Bev Co. have launched an end-of-year food drive to support the Capital Area Food Bank, which works year-round to combat food insecurity and its root causes in the region.
Zinnia, Motorkat, Takoma Bev Co. Launch Food Drive for Capital Area Food Bank
Local restaurants Zinnia, Motorkat, and Takoma Bev Co. have launched an end-of-year food drive to support the Capital Area Food Bank, which works year-round to combat food insecurity and its root causes in the region.
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November 12, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Local restaurants Zinnia, Motorkat, and Takoma Bev Co. have launched an end-of-year food drive to support the Capital Area Food Bank, which works year-round to combat food insecurity and its root causes in the region.
The Wayne Plaza office building in downtown Silver Spring, along with five other properties in Montgomery County owned by Brookfield, was sold at a foreclosure auction last month.
Wayne Plaza in Downtown Silver Spring Sold at Foreclosure Auction
The Wayne Plaza office building in downtown Silver Spring, along with five other properties in Montgomery County owned by Brookfield, was sold at a foreclosure auction last month.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
The Wayne Plaza office building in downtown Silver Spring, along with five other properties in Montgomery County owned by Brookfield, was sold at a foreclosure auction last month.
The Maryland State Highway Administration will permanently close the median on 16th Street at Grace Church Road on Monday as part of the agency's Montgomery Hills Safety and Accessibility Project.
16th Street Median at Grace Church Road Closes Monday
The Maryland State Highway Administration will permanently close the median on 16th Street at Grace Church Road on Monday as part of the agency's Montgomery Hills Safety and Accessibility Project.
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November 9, 2025 at 12:05 PM
The Maryland State Highway Administration will permanently close the median on 16th Street at Grace Church Road on Monday as part of the agency's Montgomery Hills Safety and Accessibility Project.
The owners of the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring have denied an online report claiming that the Don Pollo Charbroiled Chicken space is available for lease.
Don Pollo At Ellsworth Place Still Open, Not For Lease
The owners of the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring have denied an online report claiming that the Don Pollo Charbroiled Chicken space is available for lease.
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November 8, 2025 at 1:03 PM
The owners of the Ellsworth Place mall in downtown Silver Spring have denied an online report claiming that the Don Pollo Charbroiled Chicken space is available for lease.
Lime & Cilantro remains closed due to what the restaurant describes as "ongoing legal issues."
Lime & Cilantro Remains Closed for Ongoing Legal Issues
Lime & Cilantro remains closed due to what the restaurant describes as "ongoing legal issues."
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November 7, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Lime & Cilantro remains closed due to what the restaurant describes as "ongoing legal issues."
Rep. Jamie Raskin has charged that the Department of Justice’s investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein case files was halted in January.
Raskin: Justice Department Killed Epstein Probe in January
Rep. Jamie Raskin has charged that the Department of Justice’s investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein case files was halted in January.
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November 7, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Rep. Jamie Raskin has charged that the Department of Justice’s investigation into the Jeffrey Epstein case files was halted in January.
The Sergeant Patrick Kepp Act increases penalties for reckless, aggressive, and negligent driving to improve road safety, inspired by Lt. Patrick Kepp's experience of suffering severe injuries from a careless driver.
New Maryland Law Raises Fines and Points for Reckless Driving
The Sergeant Patrick Kepp Act increases penalties for reckless, aggressive, and negligent driving to improve road safety, inspired by Lt. Patrick Kepp's experience of suffering severe injuries from a careless driver.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:05 PM
The Sergeant Patrick Kepp Act increases penalties for reckless, aggressive, and negligent driving to improve road safety, inspired by Lt. Patrick Kepp's experience of suffering severe injuries from a careless driver.
This weekend's events include the free Tribute to America's Veterans Concert at the American Legion Post 41 on Friday, and the Fall Makers Market in Downtown Silver Spring on Saturday.
Tribute to America’s Veterans Concert, Fall Makers Market Set for Downtown Silver Spring This Weekend
This weekend's events include the free Tribute to America's Veterans Concert at the American Legion Post 41 on Friday, and the Fall Makers Market in Downtown Silver Spring on Saturday.
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November 5, 2025 at 12:04 PM
This weekend's events include the free Tribute to America's Veterans Concert at the American Legion Post 41 on Friday, and the Fall Makers Market in Downtown Silver Spring on Saturday.
Emma's Torch has taken over a long-vacant space at 1200 East-West Highway in downtown Silver Spring to establish a flagship Culinary Training Center for refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors of human trafficking.
Emma’s Torch to Open Flagship Culinary Training Center in Downtown Silver Spring
Emma's Torch has taken over a long-vacant space at 1200 East-West Highway in downtown Silver Spring to establish a flagship Culinary Training Center for refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors of human trafficking.
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November 3, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Emma's Torch has taken over a long-vacant space at 1200 East-West Highway in downtown Silver Spring to establish a flagship Culinary Training Center for refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors of human trafficking.
Director Jacquelin Youm discusses her approach to the farcical classic "Tartuffe" at Silver Spring Stage, emphasizing the play's universal themes and the importance of humor during turbulent times.
“Tartuffe” Brings Conman, Laughter to Life at Silver Spring Stage
Director Jacquelin Youm discusses her approach to the farcical classic "Tartuffe" at Silver Spring Stage, emphasizing the play's universal themes and the importance of humor during turbulent times.
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November 1, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Director Jacquelin Youm discusses her approach to the farcical classic "Tartuffe" at Silver Spring Stage, emphasizing the play's universal themes and the importance of humor during turbulent times.
The Takoma Park City Council recently addressed the rising food insecurity worsened by the federal government shutdown, emphasizing the importance of community support and programs like Meals on Wheels.
Takoma Park Council Weighs Food Insecurity Amid Shutdown
The Takoma Park City Council recently addressed the rising food insecurity worsened by the federal government shutdown, emphasizing the importance of community support and programs like Meals on Wheels.
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November 1, 2025 at 10:05 AM
The Takoma Park City Council recently addressed the rising food insecurity worsened by the federal government shutdown, emphasizing the importance of community support and programs like Meals on Wheels.
Access to the sidewalk at the upcoming Silver Spring Library station has reopened as construction crews continue work on the Maryland Purple Line in downtown Silver Spring.
Silver Spring Library Station Sidewalk Reopens to Pedestrians
Access to the sidewalk at the upcoming Silver Spring Library station has reopened as construction crews continue work on the Maryland Purple Line in downtown Silver Spring.
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October 31, 2025 at 11:03 AM
Access to the sidewalk at the upcoming Silver Spring Library station has reopened as construction crews continue work on the Maryland Purple Line in downtown Silver Spring.
Governor Wes Moore declared a state of emergency on Thursday, just two days before the cuts to Maryland’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) take effect.
Gov. Wes Moore Directs $10 Million to Maryland Food Banks
Governor Wes Moore declared a state of emergency on Thursday, just two days before the cuts to Maryland’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) take effect.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Governor Wes Moore declared a state of emergency on Thursday, just two days before the cuts to Maryland’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) take effect.
Maryland Purple Line officials have applied for a Temporary Noise Waiver to permit nighttime construction at the Spring Street Bridge site in downtown Silver Spring.
Maryland Purple Line Files Temporary Noise Waiver for Spring Street Bridge
Maryland Purple Line officials have applied for a Temporary Noise Waiver to permit nighttime construction at the Spring Street Bridge site in downtown Silver Spring.
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October 29, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Maryland Purple Line officials have applied for a Temporary Noise Waiver to permit nighttime construction at the Spring Street Bridge site in downtown Silver Spring.