Gov. Moore Cracks Down: Maryland’s New Anti-Street Racing Bill Signed Into Law
Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed a bill this week to crack down on illegal street racing, exhibition driving, and car gatherings in public areas.
Sultry Soul Food Expands: Johnny Ray’s Brings Southern Flavors to Downtown Silver Spring
Johnny Ray’s Sultry Soul Food announced on Instagram their new downtown Silver Spring location will have a soft opening at noon on Saturday.
J. Hollinger’s Expands Happy Hour Menu with $5-$10 Food & Drink Specials
J. Hollinger’s has expanded its Happy Hour menu with new dishes and signature drinks priced between $5 and $10.
The Angry Jerk Nears Opening in Dupont Circle: Report
The Angry Jerk is near opening in Dupont Circle, according to a report from PoPville.
JBG Smith-Managed Fund Surpasses Affordable Housing Goal with Takoma Park Refinancing
The Washington Housing Initiative’s Impact Pool surpassed its goal of preserving 3,000 workforce housing units in the region by helping Montgomery Housing Partnership refinance the loan for Franklin Apartments in Takoma Park.
Prime Downtown Silver Spring Retail Space Available: Former Starbucks Location Up for Lease
The former Starbucks location at 915 Ellsworth Drive in Downtown Silver Spring is now available for lease.
Breakthrough: United Therapeutics Achieves Historic Pig-to-Human Kidney Transplant
Downtown Silver Spring’s United Therapeutics achieved a major milestone: the world’s first successful UThymoKidney pig-to-human kidney transplant took place on April 12th.
Matchbox Restaurants Get a Fresh, Value-Driven Makeover [New Menu]
Reston, Va.-based Thompson Restaurants has revamped the menu at its matchbox locations, including Downtown Silver Spring, focusing on lower prices and value offerings.
Downtown Silver Spring Beauty Store Targeted Twice: Police Investigate Thefts, Assault
Montgomery County Police are investigating two thefts and an assault at the Beauty Pro store in downtown Silver Spring last March.