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Signage installed at Kura Revolving Sushi Bar in Rockville
The sign is up at Kura Revolving Sushi Bar, which is expected to open by the end of summer 2024 at Federal Plaza in Rockville. Kura is splitting the former Chuy's space with Torchy's Tacos. Asked for an update, a Torchy's spokesperson says only that they are still scheduled for a fall 2024 opening; there is still not an official opening date on the calendar. The windows at Kura remain covered, so we can't yet get a sneak peek at the progress inside, which is to include sushi conveyor belts and KuraBot robots.
Ledo Pizza Opens ‘Corner Shoppe’ in Downtown Silver Spring
Ledo Pizza Corner Shoppe has opened another Montgomery County location at Giant Food (1280 East West Hwy, Silver Spring, MD 20910), and serviced by Ledo Pizza at 7435 Georgia Avenue in NW DC. Ledo opened its first Montgomery County Corner Shoppe location in Olney last year and followed it up...
Health department confirms first case of West Nile virus in Maryland this year
MARYLAND (DC News Now) — Maryland health officials announced the state’s first confirmed positive case of West Nile virus this year. The Maryland Department of Health (DOH) announced Monday that an adult living near Baltimore tested positive. That person has since recovered. The DOH said that mosquitoes infect humans with West Nile virus after feeding […]
Lexington Park Residence Raided: Deputies Recover Converted Automatic Glock 9mm
LEXINGTON PARK, Md. – Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office executed a search and seizure warrant on a residence in the 46000 block of Columbus Drive in Lexington Park on Saturday, resulting in the recovery of a weapon and the arrest of one individual. As...
The Chesapeake Connection: Enhancing The Quality Of Life Of Those With Developmental Disabilities
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – Pamela and Ed Willey started The Chesapeake Connection in May of 2017, when their daughter Samantha graduated from Huntingtown High School. Her friends went off to college or started families, which resulted in leaving Samantha feeling isolated at home. Resources for citizens with special needs in Calvert County were limited beyond high school graduation, and the Willeys were determined to bring a sense of belonging and self-confidence to their daughter.
Missing teen found safe in Montgomery County
The Montgomery County Police Department says they found a missing teen who has autism. Fourteen-year-old Joshua Maroy was last seen on Monday on 1901 Randolph Road at John F. Kennedy High School in Silver Spring, Maryland at approximately 2:30 p.m., according to a flier released by police. Maroy was found...
15-Year-Old Wanted for Murder Arrested at Airport
A 15-year-old Silver Spring teen has been arrested and charged with two counts of second-degree murder in connection with a double homicide that occurred over Memorial Day weekend. Onyx Santana Austin was arrested on Monday, August 26, 2024, at Dulles International Airport. Austin was identified by detectives from the Montgomery...
Chambersburg Hall of Fame — Barry Carter excelled in 4 sports
Note: The Chambersburg Athletics Hall of Fame will induct its inaugural class of 11 athletes or coaches, plus one team, on Friday, Sept. 20 at halftime of the football game against State College. Stories about each inductee and the team will be published periodically before that date. Hall of Fame...
West Virginia woman arrested for attempted murder following stabbing incident
BUNKER HILL, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A 32-year-old woman has been arrested and charged with attempted murder following a stabbing incident. According to the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Department, the incident occurred in the early hours of August 23, 2024, on Budding Dogwood Road in Bunker Hill. Deputies responded to a 911 call at approximately 1:00 AM […]
Osmow's Shawarma opens Tuesday in Manassas
North America’s largest Middle Eastern restaurant chain is opening this week in Northern Virginia. The newest Osmow's Shawarma, located at 9685 Liberia Ave., Suite 105 in Manassas, opens Tuesday and will treat the first 200 customers to a free "Regular Chicken ON THE ROX," a signature dish featuring carved chicken shawarma from the rotisserie served on a bed of seasoned rice, topped off with garlic sauce, tahini and sumac.
Maryland Perspectives: The Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Baltimore Chamber of Commerce can be key to local businesses when it comes to accessing valuable resources, finding discounts, plus helps build relationships that could save money or market their products. They also have fun community events that bring communities together including an upcoming Doggie Dash 5k in September 22nd. Chairman John Kneisly joins me to talk about what the chamber has to offer, the upcoming 5K and how you can get involved.
Men’s Soccer Nets 3-3 Draw in Frenzied Finish
EMMITSBURG, Md. (August 25, 2024) – Five second half goals, including four in the final 30 minutes, generated a wild finish at Waldron Family Stadium between Mount St. Mary's and Robert Morris. Both teams picked up a point in a 3-3 draw. Abou Cherif provided the bulk of the...
Over 6,000 ‘noncitizens’ purged from Virginia voter rolls and more state headlines
• “A Virginia voter roll purge sparks renewed rhetoric over ‘non-citizens’ casting ballots.”—NBC News • “Political analyst says Harris, Democrats ‘clearly the favorites’ in Virginia.”—WRIC • “Chesterfield sheriff endorses Donald Trump, prompting ethics questions.”—VPM News • “Former executive of Virginia benefit program charged with stealing $4.8 million.”—Augusta Free Press • “Virginia ranks 7th in nation […]
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