Daily
Gaithersburg
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pittsburgh-based Millie’s Ice Cream is preparing to open its first Maryland outlet in Gaithersburg’s Downtown Crown at 202 Ellington Blvd., in the space that The Crepe Shoppe vacated when it moved to 230 Crown Park Ave. An opening date has not yet been announced. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Indian Express has reopened under new ownership at 11315 Fern St. in Wheaton today with a refreshed interior that retains its family-style menu and customer favorites (including tandoori shrimp tikka) while keeping the same slow-cooked curries (per the unchanged kitchen). The MoCo Show
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Inferno Pizzeria Napoletana on Darnestown Road in Gaithersburg climbed to #20 on the 2026 50 Top Pizza USA list, marking its fifth consecutive year of improvement, while Baltimore’s Angeli’s also rose to #44 on the prestigious ranking. The MoCo Show
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools emailed eligible employees offering a bonus if they retire by July 1; those submitting paperwork by June 5 can receive bonuses ($10,000 for 10-month roles, $12,000 for 12-month positions) while a retirement information session is today and a forms workshop is scheduled for June 3. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Students from Montgomery County built their 44th student-designed home at 12402 O’Fallon Street in Silver Spring. The house was unveiled on Tuesday, May 26 during a celebration and is set to be listed for $799K. WTOP
- ➤ Lauren Merillana, a 14-year-old speller from Robert Frost Middle School, advanced to the semifinals in last night's Scripps National Spelling Bee by correctly spelling licheny—her second time competing. Finals are set for 8 p.m. today. Montgomery Community Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County police installed two bullet-resistant speed cameras at high-risk Burtonsville intersections on Tuesday as part of the Vision Zero program to lower crash rates; the cameras, painted by children on Take Your Child to Work Day, are among 140 battery-operated units placed countywide. Montgomery Community Media
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ U.S. News & World Report released its 2026 Best Places to Live rankings, listing Gaithersburg among Maryland's top 15 communities with a ranking of #8 and noting quality of life and job market strengths in comparison with Ellicott City and Bethesda. The MoCo Show
-
Discovery Days: History at Home
12:30-3:30 p.m. — Gaithersburg Community Museum — Free entry — Explore how history enriches everyday life with engaging displays and micro-talks about genealogy and preserving family stories.
-
Kentlands/Lakelands Group Run
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Lakelands Park Soccer Fields — Free entry — Engage in a friendly community run through the scenic neighborhoods of Lakelands and Kentlands.
-
4-Day PMP Certification Bootcamp
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Regus - Gaithersburg — Cost varies — Boost your career with this PMI® Authorized Bootcamp designed to help you pass the PMP exam on your first attempt.
-
Money Matters with Senior Planet
11 AM – 12 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Registration required — Learn smart financial habits and how to navigate online resources for savings and income.
-
Plant Bingo
5-7:30 p.m. — Cadence at Crown — Drinks and food provided — Enjoy an evening of plant bingo with prizes for your green thumb.
-
Vico and Grupo Karicia in Maryland
9 PM — El Meson Restaurant and Bar — Ticketed event — Experience an entertaining night with Vico and Grupo Karicia's music.
-
Live Music Evening with Joseph R. Monasterial
6-9 p.m. — Barking Mad — Free entry — Enjoy a lively performance with great tunes in a cozy atmosphere.
-
Coleman Love Cookout
1:30-5:30 p.m. — Bohrer Park — Free food and drinks — Enjoy music, games, and fellowship at this annual community cookout.
-
Summer Fun Day at Black Hill Regional Park
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Black Hill Regional Park — $10 for members, $30 for non-members — Enjoy kayaking, hiking, and fellowship in a beautiful outdoor setting.
-
The Crumb Exchange: Sweet Treat Swap
3-5 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Ticket required — Taste and trade delicious homemade desserts with fellow bakers and food enthusiasts.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is going from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm.
~ Winston Churchill
About Daily Gaithersburg
Welcome to the Daily Gaithersburg, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Gaithersburg, Maryland community. If you like the Daily Gaithersburg, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Gaithersburg.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Gaithersburg and across Maryland. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Gaithersburg
A free Gaithersburg community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailygaithersburg.com/sitemap