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Montgomery County proposes a Tax Increment Financing plan for the long-stalled Viva White Oak development, which aims to revitalize 280 acres near the U.S. FDA campus. The project is expected to create over 17,000 construction jobs and generate $62 million annually in county revenue. The proposal now awaits approval from the Montgomery County Council.
Councilmember Evan Glass has qualified for public financing in the Montgomery County Executive race, just two months after launching his campaign. This milestone reflects his commitment to transparency and accessibility in local governance.
Executive Director Manny Hidalgo will leave Shepherd’s Table at the end of July after six years of service. Under his leadership, the nonprofit doubled its budget and staff, launched several programs, and responded to a significant increase in meal demand amid rising homelessness in Montgomery County.
Cafe K, a kosher restaurant, plans to open in downtown Silver Spring in early June at the site of the former David’s Cafe. Owner Dan Kugler aims to provide high-quality kosher dishes and will offer a dairy menu that includes bagels, paninis, and salads, with dinner options expected four to six weeks after opening.
Two new eateries, Vegan Junk Food DMV and Passport Eatz, have opened at Solaire Social in downtown Silver Spring, marking a shift in the food hall's offerings. Vegan Junk Food DMV replaces Soko Butcher, while Passport Eatz, operated by four brothers from Jamaica, soft opens in the former Thai Kitchen space. This change follows the recent closure of several original vendors as Solaire Social celebrates its first anniversary.
Chick-fil-A will reopen its Downtown Silver Spring location on May 21 after renovations. The site has been closed since late January, with previous remodeling plans delayed due to permitting issues.
Chef-owner Don Berto will close his Port-au-Prince Haitian Cuisine restaurant in Silver Spring this weekend, marking the end of its operation since 2018. A Haitian Flag Day celebration will take place on Sunday, May 18, from 3 to 9 p.m. while select items such as rum cakes and hot sauce remain available for purchase.
Momiji Sushi Izakaya & Japanese Ramen plans to open in the former Cubano’s Restaurant location in downtown Silver Spring. The 4,632-square-foot building, which closed last summer, is situated at 1201 Fidler Lane, but the opening date remains unknown.
Fish can now swim in Long Branch underpass stream for the first time in 50 years due to a Montgomery Parks project. The initiative, part of the Maryland Purple Line’s environmental efforts, installed a fish ladder and improved the stream's habitat for native species. This restoration aims to enhance water quality and biodiversity in the region.
Mandalay Restaurant & Café plans to open a quick-service location at Ivy City Food Works in Northeast D.C. Owner Joe Myint confirmed the new spot will offer the full menu for takeout and delivery, excluding certain specials. The opening date remains undisclosed, but the Silver Spring location will continue operations.