5 Things to Know Today, June 24, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, June 24, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Heat Emergency Alert: The county is under a Heat Emergency… Read More
June 2025
Stewart Comments on Iran Tension, New Programs, Homelessness Report
Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart hosted a media availability Monday addressing recent U.S. involvement in Iran and announced new projects. Along with events closing out Pride Month celebrations, Stewart… Read More
Wes Moore Pardons Nearly 7,000 for Cannabis Misdemeanors
On June 19, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore issued close to 7,000 pardons for cannabis misdemeanors, pardoning 6,938 convictions of simple cannabis possession. These pardons expand upon the historic executive clemency… Read More
Rockville Wegmans Set to Open Wednesday
Wegmans grocery store is expanding in Montgomery County, with a new location opening Wednesday in Rockville. Known for its selection of made-to-order and pre-made foods along with traditional groceries, Wegmans… Read More
County Waives Facility Fees During Heat Emergency
During the current heat emergency, Montgomery County will waive cancellation fees for public facility use. The Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF) office will honor cancellations for scheduled use on… Read More
Montgomery County Issues Heat Emergency Alert Through Thursday
Montgomery County issued a Heat Emergency Alert beginning at noon on Monday, June 23 and ending at 8 a.m. on Thursday, June 26. The National Weather Service (NWS) also issued… Read More
Rockville City Officials Respond to Public Safety Concerns Following Recent Shootings
Following three recent shootings in Rockville City, the police chief, mayor and members of council want residents to know their safety is a top priority and that police actively patrol… Read More
Ride On Service Changes and Zero Fare Starts June 29
Montgomery County Department of Transportation will implement sweeping changes to the Ride On bus system on Sunday, June 29, including a zero fare policy on all Ride On, Ride On… Read More
County Warns Drivers About Costly Transmission Repairs
The Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) warns drivers about costly and ineffective transmission repairs. Residents have reported paying thousands for fixes that left their vehicles needing additional work… Read More
African Cemetery Coalition Pickets County Juneteenth Event
Members of the Bethesda African Cemetery Coalition (BACC) passed out flyers and relayed their message through a megaphone that everyone should boycott Sunday’s Montgomery County’s Juneteenth celebration. According to BACC… Read More
Spotlight On Men’s Health
This may surprise some people. Most men do not like to go to a doctor. A study conducted by the Cleveland Clinic a number of years ago found 72 percent… Read More
The Heat Is on – How to Handle It
The first major heat wave of the summer hits the County this week. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning from 11:00 a.m. until 9 p.m. on… Read More