Laytonsville Parade & Festival May 17
The annual Laytonsville Community Parade kicks off Saturday, May 17 at 11 a.m., rain or shine. The parade features colorful floats, horses, marching bands, and local organizations. This year’s theme… Read More
Michelle Queen
Flooding Risk Prompts Weather Watch in County
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flood watch for Montgomery County and surrounding areas from 6 am Tuesday to 6 am Wednesday. Heavy rain could lead to flooding.… Read More
Jeffery Deaver to Present New Thriller at Gaithersburg Book Festival
New York Times bestselling author and master of suspense Jeffery Deaver will present his latest novel, “South of Nowhere (A Colter Shaw Novel)”, at the Gaithersburg Book Festival on Saturday,… Read More
MCDOT to Host Open House on New Hampshire Avenue Flash BRT Project
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will host an open house about the New Hampshire Avenue Flash Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project. The in-person event focuses on the proposed BRT… Read More
Pulitzer Winner Dave Barry Headlines Gaithersburg Book Festival May 17
Bestselling humorist Dave Barry will present his latest book, “Class Clown: The Memoirs of a Professional Wiseass,” on May 17 at the Gaithersburg Book Festival (GBF). He joins more than… Read More
Gaithersburg Book Festival Returns May 17 With 130+ Authors
Mayor Jud Ashman previews the upcoming Gaithersburg Book Festival, returning to Bohrer Park on May 17. The festival will feature more than 130 award-winning authors and journalists speaking about their… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 12, In Montgomery County
It’s Monday, May 12. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Council Meets: The County Council meets today at 2 p.m. for… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 9, In Montgomery County
Here’s what’s happening today, Friday, May 9, and this weekend in Montgomery County: 1. Council Meetings: The Montgomery County Council continues its budget work at 1:30 p.m. in the third-floor… Read More
County Animal Services Waives Large Dog Adoption Fees May 10-11
Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC) will waive adoption fees for large dogs during its “Spring Fling” event Friday and Saturday, May 10–11, to ease overcrowding and place… Read More
May 9–11 Weekend Roundup of Things To Do in Montgomery County
Make the most of your weekend with events happening across Montgomery County—from art and dance to outdoor concerts and chalk murals. Friday, May 9 Lakefront Live Summer Concerts Gaithersburg The… Read More
26 County Students Earn $2,500 National Merit Scholarships
26 Montgomery County seniors have earned National Merit Scholarships in the second round of awards from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). Awardees were selected from more than 15,000 students… Read More
Raskin to Join County “United in Service” Webinar on May 7
U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin will join a May 7 webinar titled “How to Fight Back: Effectively Engaging in Federal Advocacy and Know Your Rights.” The event begins at 7 p.m.… Read More