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Although it’s still popular to offer guests a choice between chicken, beef or fish, a decision made when they RSVP the invitation, today’s brides and grooms are also embracing some twists to menu planning, ranging from signature cocktails or mocktails to late-night snack stations when the dancing winds down.
Maryland food influencer Nomtastic Kim has shared a list of her ten favorite places for noodles across the state, featuring restaurants in Montgomery County, Baltimore, Annapolis, and surrounding areas. The list highlights a variety of noodle dishes, including ramen, pho, pad Thai, Sichuan noodles, Korean-Chinese jajangmyeon, and Filipino pancit bihon....
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) has earned numerous top spots in Public School Review’s latest rankings of Maryland’s best public schools, including the top three high schools in the state. The rankings also place eight MCPS middle schools and 12 elementary schools among Maryland’s top 25 in their respective categories.
This article was written by WTOP’s news partner, The Banner Montgomery, and republished with permission. Subscribe to The Banner Montgomery here. Alexandra “Lexi” Thomas, 34, has been thrust into a national spotlight as a recently released podcast, “The Lexi Con,” explores allegations that she convinced friends, co-workers and even family members that she was battling blood cancer from 2014 through 2024.
Calvert High School wrestling matches in Prince Frederick, Maryland, generally start at 5:30 p.m., although some matches are scheduled at 5:00 p.m. and 6:15 p.m., depending on the date and opponent. This schedule reflects the program’s effort to offer structured competitive opportunities for its wrestling team throughout the 2026-27 season.
The No. 3-seeded Seton Hall women's soccer team fell 3-0 to No. 2-seeded Villanova on Wednesday night at the Maryland SoccerPlex in Boyds, Maryland, ending their run in the BIG EAST Championship semifinals. The loss ended SHU's season with a 7-3-7 overall record. The Pirates came into Wednesday's game allowing...
Looking for something to do this weekend? These great day trips are within a two-hour drive of DC. We’ve entered cozy season, and what could be cozier than cuddling up to a fluffy Highland cow? Black Rock Farm in Frederick County offers a chance to greet their cohort of shaggy cattle during a 45-minute “Highland Hangout.” A farmer provides some education about the cows, and visitors then get to feed them treats and brush their luscious locks. There’s also an opportunity to snap photos with the bovines. The experience must be booked in advance and welcomes groups of up to six people. Prices are $200 per group from Monday through Thursday and $250 from Friday through Sunday.
For many WCHS students, the Westfield Montgomery Mall has served as a place to shop, eat and spend time with friends. However, on Sept. 28, the Westfield Corporation implemented a new policy limiting teens after 3 PM at Westfield Montgomery and Westfield Wheaton. While the policy aims to increase the safety for shoppers, it has also raised questions about teen independence and its potential impacts on mall businesses. The official mall policy states that minors are barred from entering the mall after 3 PM unless they are with an adult. Supervising adults may also be asked to provide a valid form of identification, and can only accompany 4 minors at a time.
Maryland General Assembly — Reported Site of Related State Bill. The Montgomery County Council voted unanimously Tuesday to restrict some former U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement employees from holding certain county jobs, a measure aimed at positions involving public interaction or control over public resources. The restriction targets people who worked for ICE after October 2025 and are seeking roles that county department and agency heads designate as sensitive.
The Montgomery County Council unanimously approved Bill 40-26 on Tuesday, November 10, requiring landlords to accept checks, personal checks or money orders as forms of rent payment. The legislation, led by Council President Natali Fani-González, aims to provide renters with more payment options, particularly those who do not use traditional...
School bus stop-arm cameras have issued $92 million in fines across 24 states, but audits show no proof of improved child safety.
"Maryland is facing an energy crisis," electric utility Pepco warned in a message to customers Thursday. "When demand for electricity is high and supply is limited, it puts pressure on the system and can increase costs," the message said, advising that customers "may see changes in your energy bill" as the region enters the winter months. The utility again has attempted to explain that many of the surging costs are not its responsibility, such as the taxes and fees imposed by Montgomery County and Maryland state governments. It specifically mentioned the EmPOWER Maryland fee that the Maryland legislature recently hiked again. Politicians hope that you will think Pepco is charging you these fees, which is part of the impetus for the utility to inform customers to the contrary.
Subscribe to The Weekend Scene, our free newsletter about events, experiences and adventures for you and for your family around the DMV. The halls are getting decked everywhere you look. I’ll be in Prince George’s County at Gaylord National’s annual "Ice!" this afternoon. It’s one of many signs of the season happening this weekend. Whether getting a jump at the DowntownDC holiday market or catching Tysons Corner Center’s tree lighting, it’s a Mariah-Carey-on-repeat kind of weekend. Not ready to Elf out just yet? We’ve got options for you Grinches, too. – Tommy.
The Montgomery County Council unanimously passed two bills on Tuesday, November 10, aimed at strengthening protections for immigrant residents, including restrictions on hiring former federal immigration enforcement employees and expanded housing discrimination protections. Both bills were sponsored by Councilmember Kristin Mink (District 5). Expedited Bill 29-26, the Community Trust in...
An Army veteran turned home care owner in Ellicott City is helping seniors and hiring fellow veterans to give back.
Montgomery County Public Schools students in grades 6 through 11 can compete in an online reading and writing challenge over Thanksgiving break, from Nov. 16 to Nov. 30, according to MCPS. What’s in it. Who: middle and high school students, grades 6 through 11. When: Nov. 16 to Nov....
A federal judge has handed Montgomery County a win in its fight to keep guns away from parks, churches, schools, libraries and hospitals, dismissing the Justice Department's lawsuit against the county's firearm law with prejudice on Monday. The dismissal means the case, as filed, cannot be refiled in the same court — a significant setback for the federal government's effort to unwind the county's restrictions.
ELLICOTT CITY, Md. — Advocates are pushing for better renters’ protections in one of the most expensive areas to live in Maryland after conducting an extensive door-to-door survey. They’re asking for the incoming administration to establish a new office for tenant and landlord affairs. “We asked renters:...
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The Montgomery County Council passed Bill 42-26 on Tuesday, November 10, requiring online short-term rental platforms to verify that properties have a valid County rental license before listing them. The legislation, led by Councilmember Shebra Evans, aims to reduce lost County revenue from short-term rentals operating without complying with existing...
