5 Things to Know Today, June 21, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, June 21, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. How Freedom Came to Maryland: At 7 p.m., learn how emancipation in Maryland differed from other… Read More
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Supporters of Moses Cemetery Boycott County Juneteenth Celebration But Still Honor the Day
Supporters of the Bethesda African Cemetery Coalition (BAAC) chose to hold their own Juneteenth celebrations Monday rather than attend any events sponsored by a county government they believe continues to… Read More
Maryland Ranks 12th Most Patriotic State
With the 4th of July around the corner, Wallet Hub compared two key indicators of patriotism across the 50 states. Maryland ranks as the twelfth most patriotic state in the… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, June 20, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, June 20, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Council: Montgomery Council Session starts at 9:00 a.m. with a Proclamation recognizing Elder Abuse Awareness… Read More
5 Things to Know Juneteenth in Montgomery County
Today is Juneteenth, Monday, June 19 and here are five things to know happening in Montgomery County. 1. County Offices Closed: Most county offices and facilities are closed today to… Read More
300 Year-Old Linden Oak Tree is Still Standing
There’s still time to pay homage to the once majestic oak that predates the founding of Montgomery County. The 300-year-old tree was scheduled to come down on Wednesday. But now… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, June 16, In Montgomery County
Today is Friday, June 16 and it’s the last day of school for MCPS students. Here are 5 things to know and the 10 day weather forecast as we head… Read More
Rockville House Offers Permanent Home For 8 Homeless Senior Men
A house in Montgomery County will offer a permanent home for eight senior men who experienced homelessness. Interfaith Works launched “Lon’s House” on Thursday in Rockville. The home is named… Read More
Downtown Silver Spring Holds Pride in the Plaza Festival
Local LGBTQIA+ advocacy group, Live In Your Truth Programs, is holding its annual “Pride in the Plaza” celebration on Sunday, June 25. The event will be in Veterans Plaza, Silver… Read More
Juneteenth Festival Features Celebrations of Music
Bring your dancing shoes for three days of great music and fun throughout the county in celebration of Juneteenth. Money raised during the events will enable Scotland A.M.E. Zion Church… Read More
County’s Bike Match Program Seeks Bicycle Donations
Do you have an extra or unused bicycle in good condition that you no longer need? The county’s program to match donated bicycles with residents seeks donations. The Montgomery County… Read More
Silver Spring Earns Bronze Medal in Fortune’s ‘Best Places to Live For Families’ List
Fortune annually releases a list ranking some of the best places for people to live in the U.S. This year, Silver Spring climbed its way up to the top and… Read More