I Am Silver Spring: Cortney Hicks

Let's explore this town and the creative minds that choose to call Silver Spring their home!

  Silver Spring is an extremely unique place with people from all over the world! We want you to meet your neighbors in our new feature called I Am Silver Spring. These stories will feature people who have decided to make Silver Spring their home. Let’s explore this town together!   Hometown? Detroit, Michigan When did you move to Silver Spring? 2012 Where do you work? For Radio One's Majic 102.3 as an on-air radio personality. My job is to entertain my listeners during the midday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. I usually find witty topics to entertain and relate to them. What do you enjoy doing? Eating. The diversity of cultures in Silver Spring are exciting to me! What are you passionate about? Music, life, culture and self discovery Favorite …

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I Am Silver Spring: Councilman Hans Riemer

Let's explore this town and the creative minds that choose to call Silver Spring their home!

  Silver Spring is an extremly unique place with people from all over the world! We want you to meet your neighbors in our new feature called I Am Silver Spring. These stories will feature people who have decided to make Silver Spring their home. Let’s explore this town together!   Hometown? Oakland, California When did you move to Silver Spring? 2004 Where do you work? For Montgomery County as an at-large Council member. My job is to represent about 1 million residents on the County Council where I make decisions about schools, transportation, environment, libraries and many other issues that affect our quality of life. What's unique about this area? A mix of different people who live in the community and the high quality of life that …

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Residents Cool Down in Silver Spring; Great for Business

McGinty’s Public House in downtown saw an increase in business.

  Silver Spring residents who don’t have power have been hanging out in downtown since Saturday. Many of the businesses have welcomed residents to cool down or grab a snack including Starbucks, McGinty’s Public House, Ben and Jerry’s and Potbelly’s. McGinty’s Public House, located at 911 Ellsworth Dr., is one of the many downtown businesses that usually has power during outages because it has a back up generator. Greg Whelan — co-owner of McGinty’s — said many people came to the restaurant during the weekend and are still stopping by. “People are just kind of coming in and charging their phones or getting online. All and all people have been happy to be in the cool breeze,” Whelan said. Whelan says the outages have brought a 50 percent …

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H&M Gaining Permits for Construction Project in Silver Spring

The store is set to open in fall 2012.

Plans for the H&M construction project are moving steadily along, according to Laurie Yankowski, regional marketing director for The Peterson Companies. After the company’s move was announced in late April, The Peterson Companies, the management company for downtown, worked to ensure the 18,0000-square-foot space was in good condition to turn over to the Swedish company in early May. Currently, H&M is working to obtain permits for the building, Yankowsi said. “A 60-day cycle for permitting is common for a buildout of this scale. They’re planning a complete remodel of the façade, interior as well as all mechanical systems,” she added. The popular retail fashion chain is taking the majority of the former Border’s bookstore location at the …

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News in Review: Police Investigate Fatal Crash and County Council President Voted 'Most Powerful Woman'

If you missed the news this week in Silver Spring, no worries. We cover it here in our weekly review!

This week we reported on police investigating a fatal crash on Tech Road, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue bid farewell to their first woman who joined the team, and crime in Silver Spring. 1. Montgomery County Council President Valerie Ervin was named one 'Washington’s 100 Most Powerful Women’ in October's issue of the Washingtonian magazine. The magazine highlights Ervin's accomplishments during a difficult budget year for Montgomery County. 2. Celebrity Nail Technician Maisie Dunbar opened her spa lounge in Silver Spring and talks about her inspiration and motivation in life. Dunbar is multi-talented with her spa services ranging from manicures, pedicures to massages and her own line of make up, Bluffa Jo cosmetics. Her cosmetics line …

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Frugal Families: Five Weekly Deals

Stretch the Family Budget

We've scoured the neighborhood for deals, so you won't have to.

Welcome back to our weekly rundown of five local deals to help with your family’s bottom line. Since we do the scouting, we're saving you time as well as money. This Presidents Day week, we scoured our local sources and came up with deals on taking the the family out, to create some pottery art or have some pizza (or both); clearing some space in your house and cleaning the winter grime from your carpets; and a steal of a deal on hair care products. Remember to check with the merchant for additional conditions, if any: 1. Meal Deal - Kids eat Free: Z Pizza, 815 Ellsworth Drive, 301-495-5536. Deal: Kids eat Free Mondays and Wednesdays – Kids under 13 years old get a FREE slice of pizza or kids pasta and a fountain drink, with adult purchase…

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Five Places for Christmas Weekend Brunch

Where to continue the holiday celebration — while someone else does the cooking.

After the madhouse of shopping, crowds and entertaining guests — and you've had your fill of eggnog and cookies — you may be in search of a festive place away from home to share the holiday spirit with family and friends. Brunch is a perfect option for a fun and relaxing outing — while someone else does the cooking. Here are five choices for holiday brunch in Silver Spring for Christmas weekend (and the rest of the year):  1.  Mrs. K's Tollhouse – No holiday brunch list in Silver Spring is complete without a mention of Mrs. K's Restaurant. The 70-year-old landmark is almost as famous for its holiday decorations as for its food. A visit to check out the holiday décor alone is worth the trip (especially if you have out-of-town visitors), …

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Silver Spring Summer Events: Something for Everyone

Downtown Silver Spring showcased various events this summer from fashion shows to a historical Italian re-enactment.

An arts and craft market, karaoke and a disability awareness show are just a few of the events people were exposed to this summer in downtown Silver Spring. As the summer winds down, take a look through these photos to get a taste of the variety of entertainment at the plaza this summer.

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