Kusshi Ko to Open in Former Gusto Space
Kusshi Ko will open in the former Gusto Farm to Street location at 8512 Fenton St. in Downtown Silver Spring, according to recent reports from Bethesda Beat and The MoCo Show.
Free Community Health Fair
“Are you concerned about new COVID variants? Want to get vaccinated or tested for COVID fall travel? Or are you looking to add an extra layer of protection for your tweens and teens? No worries as the “African American Health Program COVID Response” initiative, Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, and Fit Fathers have you covered.” [sponsored]
Popeyes Hiring Ahead of Anticipated Opening
Popeyes is now hiring for its upcoming location at 8401 Georgia Ave. in downtown Silver Spring, according to signage posted at the storefront. Construction has been underway for several months to convert the space formerly occupied by Bombay Gaylord, but they are looking to wrap up construction and be open within the next two weeks, an on-site worker said today.
Bandoola Bowl to Open Second Location This Fall
Bandoola Bowl, a quick-service concept from the family behind Mandalay Restaurant and Café, will open a second location at Western Market, a new food hall in D.C.’s Foggy Bottom neighborhood.
Arts & Crafts Fall Fair Returns to Veterans Plaza
The Silver Spring Arts & Crafts Fall Fair is returning to downtown Silver Spring this weekend, after being canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
County to Mark Flash BRT Anniversary; Expansion Planned
The county’s Department of Transportation will commemorate the first anniversary of its Flash Bus Rapid Transit service today with special greetings of riders at several Flash stations.
Armed Carjacking Suspect Arrested; Dog Recovered
Detectives from the Montgomery County Police – Major Crimes Division have arrested and charged one of three suspects in an armed carjacking that occurred in Rockville last Monday.
Old Takoma Businesses to Hold Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies
Several businesses in Old Takoma will hold ribbon-cutting ceremonies this Friday, October 15, according to an email from Main Street Takoma.
Rohobot Featured in 2021 Fall Dining Guide
Silver Spring’s Rohobot Ethiopian Restaurant — originally featured last March by Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema as one of his 8 Favorite Places to Eat Right Now, has been featured once again — this time in the Post’s 2021 Fall Dining Guide.