Average Daily Meals at Shepherd’s Table Jump to 422 Amid Rising Homelessness
Shepherd’s Table officials report serving an average of 422 meals daily, reflecting a 28% increase in homelessness in Montgomery County from 2023 to 2024.
Silver Spring Retains Its Spot as Fourth Most Ethnically Diverse City
Silver Spring has retained its position as one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United States, according to personal finance website WalletHub.
Small Businesses Near Maryland Purple Line Construction Can Apply for Up to $50,000 in Grants
Maryland transportation officials have announced a new series of grants of up to $50,000 to address the financial impacts of ongoing Purple Line construction on small businesses in the area.
Beteseb Restaurant’s Doro Wat Earns Spotlight in Bon Appétit Magazine
Beteseb Restaurant is gaining national attention in Bon Appétit Magazine for its Ethiopian chicken stew known as doro wat.
Effoi Restaurant Reopens in Downtown Silver Spring Under New Ownership
Effoi Restaurant in downtown Silver Spring has reopened under new ownership.
Free EV Charging Comes to Downtown Silver Spring’s Giant Food Store
Volta electric vehicle charging stations have been installed at Giant Food in downtown Silver Spring as part of a rollout across the grocery chain’s locations.
Walgreens to Close Downtown Silver Spring Pharmacy on March 20, 2025
Walgreens will shut down its downtown Silver Spring pharmacy on March 20 as part of a plan to close 1,200 stores by 2027.
Celtic Cup Coffee Announces Updated Operating Hours for Downtown Silver Spring Roastery
Celtic Cup Coffee has revised the operating hours of its micro-batch roastery and tasting room located in downtown Silver Spring.
Platinum Amala Brings Authentic West African Cuisine to Downtown Silver Spring
Baltimore-based Nigerian restaurant Platinum Amala has expanded to downtown Silver Spring and is now open at the Solaire Social food hall.