MVA Registration Fees Increase Statewide
The Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) raised the cost of vehicle registration fees for Marylanders, effective on July 1. Drivers of passenger vehicles up to 3,500 pounds will now pay $120.50… Read More
Government
Evite el Tráfico en Este Feriado del 4 de Julio
El tráfico de vacaciones puede estar impredecible. Afortunadamente, si planea con anticipación, los conductores pueden reducir su tiempo en el tráfico del Puente de la Bahía de Chesapeake. La Autoridad… Read More
Councilmembers, Housing Advocates Rally at Rockville City Hall
Councilmembers Izola Shaw and David Myles gathered outside Rockville City Hall today among advocates from Progressive Maryland, CASA, Rockville Renters United, Huntington Tenant Association, Reed Tenant Association, and other housing… Read More
Hourly Minimum Wage Increase Effective Tuesday
On July 1, the minimum wage will increase by 50 cents for workers across Montgomery County. In a statement on their website, the Office of Human Rights outlined the wage… Read More
Best Times to Beat Bay Bridge Fourth of July Traffic: MDTA
Holiday traffic can be unpredictable. Fortunately, with a little planning ahead, drivers can help reduce their time in holiday traffic at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. The Maryland Transportation Authority recommends… Read More
New Census Figures Finetune County Numbers
Figures released in the latest report from the U.S. Census slightly update the statistical portrait of the county. What follows are some quick facts. Population The county continues to grow.… Read More
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
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