County Leaders React to Supreme Court ‘Opt Out’ Ruling
On Friday, the Supreme Court affirmed the rights of parents to let their children opt out of LGBTQ+ readings in public schools. The case, Mahmoud v. Taylor, was filed in… Read More
Government
New County Laws in Effect in July
July brings new changes into effect in Montgomery County. The changes include minimum wage increases, a law to improve tenant protections, and a leaf blower ban. Minimum Wage Increases Starting… Read More
Senators Alsobrooks and Van Hollen Host Town Hall Discussing ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
On June 26, Senators Angela Alsobrooks and Chris Van Hollen will hold a telephone town hall to discuss the Republican Party’s “Big, Beautiful Bill.” The meeting will occur at 5:30… Read More
County Launches Curbside Dining Pilot in Wheaton
Montgomery County’s new pilot program will allow restaurants in the Wheaton Urban District to turn parking spaces into outdoor seating areas. Starting on July 1, participating facilities can create “Curbside Seating… Read More
Elrich Opposes Amendment to Leaf Blower Law
County Executive Marc Elrich stands against a proposed amendment to the county’s ban on gas-powered leaf blowers. The use of gas-powered leaf blowers will be banned in Montgomery County next… Read More
Governor Moore Looks for Strategic Cuts Among State Workers
In a letter to state workers, Governor Wes Moore outlined some steps to help resolve Maryland’s “historic fiscal challenge”. To meet the current budget, the state must cut $121 million… Read More
23 Dogs Confiscated From Unlicensed Silver Spring Doggie Day Care
23 dogs were placed in protective custody following a Montgomery County Office of Animal Services (OAS) investigation. Officials executed a search warrant Tuesday at a doggie daycare operating an unlicensed… Read More
Gaithersburg Kicks Off ‘Build Gaithersburg 2040’ Master Plan Update
The City of Gaithersburg launched Build Gaithersburg 2040 to update its Master Plan with a vision through 2040. The project focuses on revising the Land Use and Transportation Elements to… Read More
Van Hollen & Alsobrooks Share Impact of Medicaid Cuts in Maryland
Maryland Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks criticized the Republican Party’s proposed “Big Beautiful Bill” and how it will limit access to Medicaid. In a press conference on Tuesday,… Read More
3 Cases of Chronic Wasting Disease in Deer Found In Montgomery County
Three of 62 white-tailed deer sampled during 2024 that tested positive for chronic wasting disease were found in Montgomery County, according to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. Chronic wasting… Read More
Air Conditioning Restored at County Animal Shelter
On the morning of June 23, air conditioning at Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC) shut off suddenly due to a mechanical issue. MCASAC sought emergency foster homes… Read More
Council Offers United in Service Webinar Thursday, June 26
Montgomery County Council will host a United in Service and Support webinar Thursday, June 26, at 7 p.m. on Zoom. The online session will highlight food programs and community resources… Read More