It’s Monday, March 9, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here.
1. The Pulse: This week, The Pulse takes viewers to the banks of the Potomac River, where a massive sewage spill has sparked growing concern among residents and environmentalists. Community members recently gathered to demand answers after a pipeline leak released millions of gallons of raw sewage into the river earlier this year, with satellite imagery revealing the damage can be viewed from space.
2. DST: Daylight saving time started at 2 a.m. Sunday. Clocks moved one hour forward.
3. Adopters for large dogs ‘urgently needed’: The county’s animal shelter took in 29 dogs between Tuesday and Friday, pushing the shelter over capacity, per a release. The shelter is closed Mondays but reopens Tuesday at noon.
4. County Council: There will be several Council committee meetings today starting at 9:30 a.m., as well as a council state legislative worksession at 12:30 p.m. View agendas here
5. Municipal Monday:
- Rockville: Mayor and Council meet at 6:30 p.m. View agenda
- Gaithersburg: Mayor and Council meet for a worksession at 7:30 p.m. View agenda
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