5 Things to Know Today, Feb. 25, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, Feb. 25, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Scotland Church Reopening: For the past five years, members of… Read More
Maryam Shahzad
Maryam is a reporter with Montgomery Community Media. She has more than five years of reporting experience. She can be reached at mshahzad@mymcmedia.org.
‘A Great Citizen’: Leggett Honored with Building Renaming Ceremony
Leaders and community members joined a ceremony Monday as signage was unveiled to name the Executive Office Building in Rockville after former Montgomery County Executive Isiah “Ike” Leggett. Hundreds joined… Read More
MS-13 Member Gets Life Sentence Plus 40 Years for Silver Spring Shooting
An MS-13 gang member was sentenced to life in prison plus 40 years for a 2022 fatal shooting in Silver Spring. Elvin Guzman-Machado, 20, of Boyds, was sentenced Friday, according… Read More
Leaders, Residents Address Trump Policies During Silver Spring Town Hall
Democratic leaders have held multiple telephone town halls to address recent federal actions, and on Wednesday, residents joined a session at the Silver Spring Civic Building to speak to their… Read More
County Accepting Donated Dresses, Suits for Prom
The county is currently accepting donated dresses, suits, and accessories for this season’s student proms. On Saturday, April 5, students from county high schools will get to choose items during… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Feb. 19, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, Feb. 19, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Extreme Cold Alert: The county is under an Extreme Cold Alert… Read More
MoComCon Coming in March
MoComCon — the county library system’s annual comic convention — returns next month in Germantown. The two-day event is Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23. It includes a cosplay… Read More
6 Displaced After Gaithersburg Apartment Fire
Six people were displaced after a fire at a three-story apartment building Monday evening in Gaithersburg. There were no injuries, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Feb. 18, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, Feb. 18, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Impact of Rising Egg Prices: Higher egg prices combined with… Read More
Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival Runs This Weekend at Bethesda Marriott
The annual Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival takes place this weekend in Bethesda. The three-day festival, which runs annually over Presidents Day weekend, is Friday through Sunday at the Bethesda Marriott located… Read More
Maryland Joins Lawsuit Challenging Elon Musk’s Power
Maryland has joined multiple other states in a lawsuit challenging Elon Musk’s power under President Donald Trump’s administration. The lawsuit filed Thursday states, “In recent weeks, Defendant Elon Musk, with… Read More
Elrich Supportive of Newly-Passed Plastic Bag Ban
County Executive Marc Elrich said he supports the carryout plastic bag ban that was approved by the county council this week. “I’m looking forward to getting rid of them,” Elrich… Read More