White Oak Town Center Gains Rheumatology Care and DIY Art Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates is now open at White Oak Town Center, and Amazing Art Studio is under construction and will open at the development in late May.

Arthritis and Rheumatism Associates is now open at White Oak Town Center, and Amazing Art Studio is under construction and will open at the development in late May.

NYC-Based Shah’s Halal Food Plans Downtown Silver Spring Opening New York City-based franchise Shah's Halal Food is set to open in the former Jerry's Subs and Pizza restaurant in downtown Silver Spring.

New York City-based franchise Shah's Halal Food is set to open in the former Jerry's Subs and Pizza restaurant in downtown Silver Spring.

McGinty’s Public House to Celebrate 20 Years in Downtown Silver Spring Downtown Silver Spring community mainstay McGinty’s Public House will celebrate its 20th anniversary on Saturday evening.

Downtown Silver Spring community mainstay McGinty’s Public House will celebrate its 20th anniversary on Saturday evening.

Montgomery Hills Street Fest Brings Focus to Georgia Avenue The annual Montgomery Hills Street Fest returns Saturday afternoon, uniting residents, local businesses, and community leaders to celebrate connection and civic engagement.

The annual Montgomery Hills Street Fest returns Saturday afternoon, uniting residents, local businesses, and community leaders to celebrate connection and civic engagement.

Maryland Lawmakers Wrap Up Session After Late-Night Rush Gov. Wes Moore signed bills into law Tuesday, the day after the Maryland General Assembly concluded its 90-day legislative session, which was marked by contentious debates and last-minute scrambling.

Gov. Wes Moore signed bills into law Tuesday, the day after the Maryland General Assembly concluded its 90-day legislative session, which was marked by contentious debates and last-minute scrambling.

Society Seafood House Opens in Downtown Silver Spring Society Seafood House is currently soft opening in downtown Silver Spring, and the self-serve bubble tea shop Sweet Bamboo Boba is set to open later this week.

Society Seafood House is currently soft opening in downtown Silver Spring, and the self-serve bubble tea shop Sweet Bamboo Boba is set to open later this week.

Maryland Lawmakers Race to Finish Energy and ICE Bills The Maryland General Assembly's legislative session concludes today after months of debate over critical issues, including efforts to address rising utility costs and to limit federal immigration enforcement in the state.

The Maryland General Assembly's legislative session concludes today after months of debate over critical issues, including efforts to address rising utility costs and to limit federal immigration enforcement in the state.

Public Notice: Fifth CERCLA Five-Year Review Opens at Former White Oak Site Navy and Maryland environmental officials are announcing the start of the fifth Five-Year Review of ongoing cleanup actions at the Former Naval Surface Warfare Center in White Oak. [sponsored]

Navy and Maryland environmental officials are announcing the start of the fifth Five-Year Review of ongoing cleanup actions at the Former Naval Surface Warfare Center in White Oak. [sponsored]

Silver Branch Brewing Company Eyes Wheaton Taproom Deal Silver Branch Brewing Company has its sights set on expanding north of downtown Silver Spring and is negotiating with Montgomery County Government to open a taproom in the Wheaton Urban District.

Silver Branch Brewing Company has its sights set on expanding north of downtown Silver Spring and is negotiating with Montgomery County Government to open a taproom in the Wheaton Urban District.

Royal Farms Sets May 4 Opening for Silver Spring Store Royal Farms will open its new Silver Spring store at 9475 Georgia Ave. on Monday, May 4.

Royal Farms will open its new Silver Spring store at 9475 Georgia Ave. on Monday, May 4.

Takoma Park Wins Nearly $500,000 in Maryland Energy Grants Takoma Park recently received three grants totaling nearly half a million dollars from the Maryland Energy Administration to fund electrification upgrades in aging municipal and multifamily buildings in the city.

Takoma Park recently received three grants totaling nearly half a million dollars from the Maryland Energy Administration to fund electrification upgrades in aging municipal and multifamily buildings in the city.

Lemon Slice Cafe, Lost Sock Roasters to Appear on WETA’s ‘Signature Dish’ Next Week Lemon Slice Cafe and Lost Sock Roasters will be featured on the WETA television series 'Signature Dish' when the show returns next week.

Lemon Slice Cafe and Lost Sock Roasters will be featured on the WETA television series 'Signature Dish' when the show returns next week.

MHP Gets $1M for Wheaton Affordable Housing Redevelopment Silver Spring housing nonprofit MHP has received $1 million in federal funding to develop a mixed-use affordable housing project located one-half mile from the Wheaton Metro station.

Silver Spring housing nonprofit MHP has received $1 million in federal funding to develop a mixed-use affordable housing project located one-half mile from the Wheaton Metro station.

Silver Spring Stage’s “Coriolanus” Examines Power and Leadership Silver Spring Stage’s “Coriolanus” employs gender-diverse casting and a contemporary perspective to examine how society selects and judges its leaders.

Silver Spring Stage explores questions about power, truth, and leadership by drawing parallels between Shakespeare’s Coriolanus + today’s political climate.

Director Jae K. Gee shares insights on casting, leadership traits, power-dynamics + more: www.sourceofthespring.com/silver-sprin...

Disability Advocates Warn Maryland Budget Cuts Will Hurt Care Local disability rights advocates have been traveling to Annapolis for weeks to rally against proposed funding cuts to Maryland's Developmental Disabilities Administration.

Local disability rights advocates have been traveling to Annapolis for weeks to rally against proposed funding cuts to Maryland's Developmental Disabilities Administration.

Five Silver Spring Restaurants Offering Easter Dining Sunday Several Silver Spring restaurants will serve brunch and dinner this weekend for those who prefer not to cook on Easter Sunday, including The Daily Dish, J. Hollinger's, Matchbox, Miss Toya's Creole House, and Zinnia.

Several Silver Spring restaurants will serve brunch and dinner this weekend for those who prefer not to cook on Easter Sunday, including The Daily Dish, J. Hollinger's, Matchbox, Miss Toya's Creole House, and Zinnia.

Montgomery Parks Refreshes Cherry Blossom Map for 2026 Montgomery Parks has updated its online cherry tree map for 2026, encouraging residents to avoid the crowds at the Tidal Basin and enjoy peak spring blooms closer to home at Brookside Gardens and other parks in Montgomery County.

Montgomery Parks has updated its online cherry tree map for 2026, encouraging residents to avoid the crowds at the Tidal Basin and enjoy peak spring blooms closer to home at Brookside Gardens and other parks in Montgomery County.

Maryland’s Snow and Ice Removal Bill Would Fine Drivers Who Don’t Clear Cars Maryland lawmakers are advancing a bipartisan bill that requires drivers to clear snow and ice from their vehicles to enhance road safety and reduce accidents.

Maryland lawmakers are advancing a bipartisan bill that requires drivers to clear snow and ice from their vehicles to enhance road safety and reduce accidents.

Maryland Lawmakers Push to Protect Local News and Community Outlets Maryland lawmakers are advancing legislation to aid struggling local news outlets and bolster community journalism.

Maryland lawmakers are advancing legislation to aid struggling local news outlets and bolster community journalism.

Main Street Takoma Highlights Spring Community Events and Activism Main Street Takoma has announced a lively spring schedule featuring community events, activism, and inclusive celebrations throughout April, May, and June.

Main Street Takoma has announced a lively spring schedule featuring community events, activism, and inclusive celebrations throughout April, May, and June.

Downtown Silver Spring Update: The Guardian Sold, Blairs District Retail Construction Begins The Guardian building in downtown Silver Spring was sold at a foreclosure auction last month, and work has started on a retail project at The Blairs District that had been on hold for years.

The Guardian building in downtown Silver Spring was sold at a foreclosure auction last month, and work has started on a retail project at The Blairs District that had been on hold for years.

Spring Wine Fling 2026 Brings $55 Wine Pairing Dinners to Silver Spring and Wheaton Three local restaurants are offering $55 two-course wine dinners during the Spring Wine Fling, while Nothing Bundt Cakes celebrates its 7th anniversary this weekend with giveaways and discounts.

Three local restaurants are offering $55 two-course wine dinners during the Spring Wine Fling, while Nothing Bundt Cakes celebrates its 7th anniversary this weekend with giveaways and discounts.

Momiji Sushi Izakaya & Japanese Ramen Takes Shape in Downtown Silver Spring Exterior signage has been installed at Momiji Sushi Izakaya & Japanese Ramen as the restaurant prepares to open in downtown Silver Spring.

Exterior signage has been installed at Momiji Sushi Izakaya & Japanese Ramen as the restaurant prepares to open in downtown Silver Spring.

Silver Spring Stage’s “Coriolanus” Examines Power and Leadership Silver Spring Stage’s "Coriolanus" employs gender-diverse casting and a contemporary perspective to examine how society selects and judges its leaders.

Silver Spring Stage’s "Coriolanus" employs gender-diverse casting and a contemporary perspective to examine how society selects and judges its leaders.

Lime & Cilantro Plans Montgomery Hills Expansion in Former Meleket Space Meleket Ethiopian Restaurant has permanently closed in Montgomery Hills after nearly 20 years of operation, and neighboring Lime & Cilantro is taking over the space to expand or launch a new dining concept.

Meleket Ethiopian Restaurant has permanently closed in Montgomery Hills after nearly 20 years of operation, and neighboring Lime & Cilantro is taking over the space to expand or launch a new dining concept.

Maryland Lawmakers Push Cash Payments for Purchases Under $300 State lawmakers are advancing a bill that would require Maryland retailers to accept cash for most in-person purchases under $300 to ensure economic access for all residents.

State lawmakers are advancing a bill that would require Maryland retailers to accept cash for most in-person purchases under $300 to ensure economic access for all residents.

Dor-Ne Corset Shoppe in Downtown Silver Spring to Continue Under New Owner A buyer has been secured for the longstanding lingerie outlet Dor-Ne Corset Shoppe, and the convenience store Hakim 1 Stop Shop is set to open soon in downtown Silver Spring.

A buyer has been secured for the longstanding lingerie outlet Dor-Ne Corset Shoppe, and the convenience store Hakim 1 Stop Shop is set to open soon in downtown Silver Spring.

Silver Spring Weekend Guide (March 12 to 15, 2026): SPRUNG!, Community Stories, Acoustics & Ales The Improbable Comedy SPRUNG! Festival, Docs In Progress Community Stories Film Festival, and Montgomery Parks Acoustics & Ales series return to Silver Spring this weekend.

The Improbable Comedy SPRUNG! Festival, Docs In Progress Community Stories Film Festival, and Montgomery Parks Acoustics & Ales series return to Silver Spring this weekend.

Construction to Start for Easy Like Sunday in Downtown Silver Spring Construction is about to begin at Easy Like Sunday as the popular Baltimore all-day brunch restaurant expands into downtown Silver Spring.

Construction is about to begin at Easy Like Sunday as the popular Baltimore all-day brunch restaurant expands into downtown Silver Spring.

Purple Line Nears 90 Percent Completion as Spring Street Bridge Work Slips The Spring Street Bridge in downtown Silver Spring is now expected to remain closed until summer due to construction delays caused by severe winter weather.

The Spring Street Bridge in downtown Silver Spring is now expected to remain closed until summer due to construction delays caused by severe winter weather.