Hi everyone! I am in search of a roommate to live with in the Bethesda/Chevy Chase area. My desired move-in date varies, but around November 16-December 7 is what I am aiming for. My budget is roughly $1500, so looking for a 2 bedroom apartment for at most $3000.

I am a male in my mid-20s and a newscast director. My working hours are usually in the early mornings, waking up around 1:30-3:00am. Despite that, I am quiet and respectful when waking up in the morning. I am a non-smoker, pet-friendly, and have been living in the DC area for just under 3 years.

I have been touring several apartments in the past couple of weeks, so I have a good idea of where I'd like to live. Please let me know if you are interested, or have any questions!

The team behind Bob’s Soup Dumplings & Bar is aiming for a November opening in Woodmont Triangle

I moved here a year and a half ago. I expected much better than this considering the general sentiment about the area and cost of living, etc. Why is this acceptable? Every time I come it’s gross. Something to be said about the kids who think leaving trash everywhere is ok.

Open to rants but more so wishful thinking of solutions….

Looking for a place with a small private area (around 10 people) for a birthday party for an adult. Any suggestions?

They’ve started chopping all the trees down at 5009 Rugby. Building yet another massive mansion like they did around the corner (8015 and 8017 Glenbrook), where they also cut down old trees. Where does it end? When there are no more small houses to go through? Who needs 6 beds/6 baths?

Plus: Germantown fire causes $12M in damage, including $11M in designer merchandise; Wetzel's Pretzels opens in Westfield Montgomery Mall

We’ve been looking for a new go-to casual sushi place in Bethesda. Needless to say, very good, high-quality a must. Any feedback on Takumi or any other recs for a place that’s easy to pickup from?

NIH staff have been gathering in their personal capacity outside the agency at 10am, every Saturday since May 2025.

But this weekend, October 17th we will have a special event. At Medical Center Metro we will rally for health research and democracy. Listen to speeches by Jenna Norton , sociologist Natalie Aviles , Anna Culbertson and more, all in their personal capacities.

Music by Northstar Union (🎸👨🏼‍🎤🥁), merch available, families welcome. Info on parking and bathroom in comments.

We will finish the event by walking downtown to Bethesda and taking the metro to DC, dropping off our early voting ballots en masse.🚶🏽‍♀️🚶🏻‍♂️🚶🏽🚶🏼‍♂️🚶🏻🚶🏿‍♀️🚶🏼‍♀️🤝.

Share widely and RSVP here: https://www.mobilize.us/nokings/event/1030942/

Two suspects caught on surveillance video Sept. 26

Any recommendations on doggy daycare? Currently live on old Georgetown downtown, but willing to drive if needed. I’ve noticed many of the places downtown don’t have outside space for large dogs to run around…. He’s 70lbs.

Just to clarify, just moved to the area. Don’t really understand the traffic situation in the morning yet- mostly would be going two days a week. Thx

Hi! I have a good amount of women's clothes in good condition to donate but I would like to make sure these get to people who could use them and are needed. Do you know any places in Bethesda? Thank you!

We have a 9 month old Border Collie and he's a good boi. Took him on local holidays with us over the summer since he was too young, but now that he's older we want to plan some out of town trips during the holidays. What do you folks do with your dogs? What options and services are available and what do you recommend?

From a gaming fair to an extravagant fashion show in Bethesda, there are plenty of events to enjoy

Hi! Unfortunately a tree fell on my dads house and there is significant damage. I think he would need framing and roof repairs, probably more. Does anyone have any suggestions for a roofer or contractor who might be able to help with this? Thanks so much! He lives in Bethesda.

We have a company removing the tree. I’m also unsure what other contractors might be needed. Possibly junk removal or something to get rid of debris?

Question about nursing staffing at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda
Has anyone had recent experience with nursing staffing at Suburban Hospital, particularly on the third floor?
My elderly mother was recently hospitalized there. When I visited, the unit seemed unusually quiet, with very few staff visible. At one point, her nurse had difficulty locating a nursing assistant when she needed help.
I previously worked at Johns Hopkins Hospital, so the difference in activity on the unit stood out to me.
My mother was discharged but had to return to the emergency department later that evening because of significant confusion and unsafe behavior.
I’m wondering whether anyone else has noticed staffing shortages, delays in care, or discharge concerns at Suburban recently.
I’m interested in hearing about firsthand experiences rather than making assumptions about the hospital.

So there's this homeless guy who keeps pestering people around downtown bethesda, the station itself, and/or around the escalators with "I have a question....". It doesn't matter whether you engage with him or tell him "no" he'll get all combative and call you out your name. I know the cops had to of been called on him several times. I'm just so irritated because I ran into this prick numerous times in a span of the whole year at this point whenever I'm heading to the metro on my way home. I'm was a little on edge today because I saw him again right at the lights near the Coffee Republic. He went from "hey big guy" to "if you got a problem come at me with your scary ass.".(or something to that verbatim) Empty threat or not this is unacceptable. (especially when I don't engage with him) He's this tall lanky asshole with tattoes on his neck. What's the point in calling the cops if they aint gonna do shit about it? SMH

Any personal recs? Walking distance from metro ideal. Thanks

I can’t count how many times I’ve nearly been run over by an EV in Bethesda because I can’t hear the darn things approaching. I have drafted a petition to have the county require EV owners to drag strings of noisy things such as beer/soda cans like we used to tie to newlyweds’ cars back in the day. Before I go door-to-door and stand in front of Giant with my clipboard, I thought I’d more informally, here, gauge interest for support for such a common-sense regulation. Thoughts?

Did anybody else see the bald eagle on Old Georgetown Rd. near Greentree? (Right at NIH/Suburban.) Just me?

It was WILD - looked like it was the hunting smaller birds.