Largo
FOOD & DRINK
Run, don’t walk: First Chipotle in Upper Marlboro opening soon
UPPER MARLBORO, Md. (DC News Now) — Upper Marlboro burrito fans, your prayers have been answered because Chipotle Mexican Grill is opening its first location next week. On Wednesday, July 24, Chipotle will open its doors to its hungry customers at 7623 S. Osborne St. It will be open from 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. […]
A dog owner grieves: 3 dogs die at PetSmart facility
ALEXANDIA, Va. (DC News Now) — Employees of the PetSmart store at Potomac Yard Shopping Center in Alexandria are undergoing retraining following the deaths of the three dogs at the location, according to a company statement. The deaths took place within the span of a week since the first one happened during the last week […]
Sweet Sweet Kitchen Expands Again With Second D.C. Location
Sweet Sweet Kitchen, which specializes in cuisine from Jamaica and Sierra Leone, has once again expanded and opened a second D.C. location at 2427 Minnesota Ave. SE, according to PoPville. According to the restaurant’s Instagram account, the grand opening celebration occurred on July 1st. Sweet Sweet Kitchen began as...
Wheaton Mall Update: Openings, Closings, and Coming Soon (Summer 2024)
Below is a list of businesses that have recently opened, closed, or are coming soon to Wheaton Mall at 11160 Veirs Mill Rd. Sake Japanese Steak House is now open in the space previously occupied by Bar Louie. The restaurant is currently in its soft opening phase and taking reservations. Its menu consists of a variety of appetizers, hibachi, sushi, and more.
Owings author recognized for novels' successes
Author Daniel Meier was recently recognized for his novels at The Hollywood Book Festival in Hollywood, Calif. The Owings author’s books received a total of 12 awards from four different festivals through the past few years by his J.M. Northern Media group. It was the first time a ceremony was held since the pandemic. Meier received awards for “The Dung Beetles of Liberia” (Top Honors; 1st Sequel), “Blood Before Dawn”...
Free scoops and specials for National Ice Cream Day in D.C.
It's National Ice Cream Day on Sunday. Here's where to find free and BOGO scoops and specials around D.C.Why it matters: Most national food holidays are fake — lookin' at you, Crouton Day — but Ice Cream Day is 1) universally loved, and 2) officially signed into existence by President Reagan in 1984.Just say YES to these specials.🍾 Tipsy Scoop (Penn Quarter): The "ice cream barlour" is giving away 50 free scoops of the new Spiked Cherry Limeade Sorbet to first customers.Ⓜ️ Metrobar (Brentwood): A Sunday ice cream social (12-6pm) combines frozen treats from local vendors, food trucks, a beer...
Walgreens Replacement Signs on at White Oak Shopping Center
Beauty 4U has signed on to take over the space that was the longtime home of Walgreens at 11215 New Hampshire Ave. in White Oak until closing the store permanently in February. The store is “coming soon” without an opening date available at this time. Beauty 4U is...
Smithsonian Black History Museum Spotlights Mary McLeod Bethune
Get the top stories of the day around the DMV. The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture will open a new exhibition, “Forces for Change: Mary McLeod Bethune and Black Women’s Activism” on Friday. The 640-square foot exhibition explores the legacy of Bethune...
Maryland Humanities’ Museum on Main Street Coming to Captain Avery Museum
The Smithsonian heads to the Captain Avery Museum with Maryland Humanities’ next Museum on Main Street tour on August 25, 2025! This is the second stop on Maryland’s tour of Spark! Places of Inspiration, a traveling Smithsonian Institution exhibition focused on innovation. This tour is possible through Maryland...
Kapow Buddy opening at Montgomery Mall in Bethesda
Is coming soon to Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda. It's the latest in a long line of Chipotle-style fast-casual bowl restaurants. This time, the theme cuisine is Thai. Your imagination will suggest to you that a grain base will be loaded with vegetables, proteins, and Thai cuisine toppings, and - incredibly - your hunch is correct. In fact, Westfield says in its promotion of the restaurant that "Kapow Buddy is eager to introduce their famous Thai food in the 'Bowl Style' to offer customers a variety of choices including grains, proteins, toppings, and more." When it opens, look for Kapow Buddy on Level 1 in the Old Navy wing.
Maryland Restaurant Awarded “Beer Program of the Year” RAMMY Award
Restaurant industry professionals and their allies gathered tonight at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center for the 42nd Annual RAMMYS Awards Gala as Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) announced winners and a range of special distinctions, celebrating excellence in long-standing categories that range from individual professional honors to accolades celebrating culinary concepts and service. Silver Spring, MD restaurant Zinnia came home with the RAMMY for Best Beer Program.
Annapolis Symphony Orchestra Announces Pops in the Park Concerts
Annapolis, MD – It’s time for an Anne Arundel County end-of-summer tradition that’s open to the entire community! The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra, in association with the Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks and Arts Council of Anne Arundel County, presents the perfect ending to summer: two FREE outdoor concerts! Friends, family, neighbors, and the entire community are invited to join the ASO for uplifting and danceable pops tunes, patriotic songs, movie and Broadway music and contagious fun that will get everyone moving. These concerts are open to the public and completely free for music-lovers of all ages.
The Canines & Crosstreks Adoptable Pet of the Week
Welcome to Canines & Crosstreks. And today, we want you to meet Harpy!. Harpy is a 2-year-old pit bull mix that came to the SPCA from Animal Control after having puppies! Harpy’s puppies are all gone, so now Harpy is looking for a forever home. She is a sweet dog with a lot of energy–some may call it “over-exuberance.” Kelly is pretty sure she will not do well with a cat; but she’d certainly appreciate a yard to run in and some humans to give her all sorts of puppy love!
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.