The Angry Jerk is One of Eater D.C.’s “15 Hottest New Restaurants”
The Angry Jerk, which features “authentic Caribbean cuisine,” has been featured by Eater D.C. as one of The 15 Hottest New Restaurants Around D.C. in September.
County Library System Rescinds Decision to Expand Operating Hours
The Montgomery County library system has rescinded a decision to expand operating hours to pre-pandemic levels, according to the latest press release.
County to Expand Hours for Most Libraries to Pre-Pandemic Levels
The county libraries, with two exceptions, will expand the hours open to patrons back to pre-pandemic levels, officials announced. Maggie Nightingale in Poolesville currently is closed for a refresh and Noyes Library for Young Children in Kensington will maintain current operating hours.
County Brings Back Thanksgiving Parade for 2021
Montgomery County will bring back the Thanksgiving parade on Saturday, Nov. 20 this year after canceling in 2020 due to the pandemic. The county is now accepting applications for parade participants.
United Therapeutics, Former NFL Player Devon Still Partner to Launch “Braving NeuroBLASToma” Initiative
Downtown Silver Spring-based United Therapeutics today announced it has partnered with former NFL player Devon Still and his daughter Leah, a survivor of high-risk neuroblastoma, to launch the educational initiative Braving NeuroBLASToma. The initiative aims to shine a light on neuroblastoma, a rare childhood cancer affecting immature nerve cells called neuroblasts.
Four Silver Spring Companies Make Inc. 5000 List
Four Silver Spring companies are listed in this year’s Inc. 5000 fastest-growing privately owned companies, according to information compiled from the list by the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation.
All Set, Money Muscle BBQ Adding Vegetarian and Vegan Menus
Downtown Silver Spring’s All Set Restaurant & Bar will offer a new exclusively vegetarian and vegan menu for lunch and dinner services on Tuesdays, starting later this month. Chef Ed Reavis, a health & fitness enthusiast, was inspired to create the menu following a recent partnership with Shouk, a local plant-based fast-casual chain.
Black Lion Café Plans to Open in Fenton Silver Spring Apartments
Black Lion Café, a Rockville-based coffee shop and roaster, plans to open a location in the Fenton Silver Spring apartments, according to signs in the windows on the corner of Fenton Street and Thayer Avenue.
County Executive Vetoes Silver Spring BID Legislation; Council Vows to Override
As promised, County Executive Marc Elrich yesterday vetoed a bill that would establish a business improvement district in Silver Spring. In response, seven County Council members vowed to override the veto when the council returned in September.