Back to school rules of the road reminders
With first day of school on Tuesday, those iconic yellow buses will begin arriving in neighborhoods all over the county. Montgomery County Public Schools wants to remind drivers to be… Read More
August 2026
Bethesda bank back open after gas leak prompts evacuation
The Wells Fargo Bank branch in Bethesda has reopened after a reported gas leak on Thursday. The leak prompted evacuation of the bank and an adjacent apartment building. Montgomery County… Read More
Should Your College-Bound Student Study Abroad? A Message for Parents
For many American families, the college search begins with a familiar checklist: location, academic reputation, campus life, tuition, financial aid and career prospects. Parents may compare in-state universities with private… Read More
Big Thrills: Monster trucks rock the Moco Fair
The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair got an injection of high-octane excitement this week as the Renegade Monster Truck tour rolled in for two nights of roaring engines, big jumps and plenty… Read More
5 things to know today, Aug. 21, in Montgomery County
It’s Friday, Aug. 21, and here are five things to know today and this weekend in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Weather: Today’s forecast is mostly sunny,… Read More
Poolesville honors farmers with plaque on Whalen’s Commons
Members of the Fair Access Committee and the Town of Poolesville recently honored the local farms and farmers in a ceremony on Whalen Commons. The new plaque was dedicated late… Read More
Worried about rabies? Beavers aren’t the problem
Over the past two weeks, headlines in the DMV about rabid animals have focused on beavers. Earlier this month, in Frederick County, two Marylanders were bitten by beavers at Cunningham… Read More
After 20 years, Crossroads Farmers Market still feels like home
Yasmin has been going to Crossroads Farmers Market for more than a decade. She comes for the fresh produce, but says it’s more than that. “It reminds me a lot… Read More
Montgomery County completes road safety work ahead of new school year
Montgomery County finished a summer’s worth of road safety work before the new school year starts next week. Crews completed eight spot safety projects and finished three sidewalk renovations near… Read More
5 things to know today, Aug. 20, in Montgomery County
It’s Thursday, Aug. 20, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Weather: Rain is likely today and there is a chance… Read More
What residents say about the Rio development project and next steps
Residents who visit Rio Washingtonian Center say the lakeside park is more than a shopping destination, it’s a daily routine, it’s a walk in nature, time at the playground, and… Read More
Two-thirds of Montgomery County’s Head Start kids could lose language support under proposal
A new federal proposal could reshape Head Start nationwide. Montgomery County leaders are pushing back before any final decision is made. The proposed rule would replace the Head Start Program… Read More