5 Things to Know Today, Feb. 2, In Montgomery County
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 2. On this day in 1862, slavery was abolished in Washington D.C.; on this day in 1914, Ernest Just, one of the first Black scientists to… Read More
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‘A Heaviness of Existing’: Gayles Discusses Navigating Life with Weight of Racism
“For my colleagues who don’t look like me, let me explain it to you.” During a virtual discussion about health, racial justice and COVID-19 with Montgomery College President Dr. DeRionne… Read More
Weather Advisory Extended as Wintry Mix Continues
The National Weather Service (NWS) extended its winter weather advisory for parts of Montgomery County to last until 9 a.m. Tuesday. NWS said additional snow accumulation of up to two… Read More
Tributo Virtual para Honrar a Afroamericanos de Montgomery que Sirvieron al País
La Comisión de Asuntos de Veteranos del Condado de Montgomery está honrando a 29 miembros del servicio militar y veteranos del condado con tributos virtuales para marcar el Mes de… Read More
Hogan Proclaims February as Black History Month in Maryland
In a proclamation Monday, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan recognized Feb. 2021 as Black History Month in the state. “When we celebrate Maryland’s Black history, we celebrate the shared history of… Read More
What’s Closed and What’s Open After Sunday’s Snowstorm?
Sunday’s winter storm that dumped two to three inches of snow on the area is causing closings and delays across the county. The Universities at Shady Grove campus and the… Read More
Black History Month: MCM Spotlights Justice Thurgood Marshall’s Rockville Roots
Originally published on Feb. 10, 2020 U.S. Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall’s work to integrate schools began in Rockville, where he argued for equal pay for black teachers in the… Read More
Black History Month: MCM Spotlights Legendary Sherwood Coach Warren Crutchfield
Originally published on Feb. 20, 2020. Warren Crutchfield is a legend at Sherwood High School in Sandy Spring. Shawn Hillman, a teacher at Sherwood and a Class of 1990 alumnus,… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Feb. 1, In Montgomery County
Today is Monday, Feb. 1, the first day of Black History Month. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County: 1. Winter Weather Delays and Closings: Montgomery County Public… Read More
Último Adiós a Blanca Kling
Durante un servicio fúnebre el viernes para Blanca Kling, portavoz del Departamento de Policía del Condado de Montgomery (MCPD) y quien sirvió como enlace hispano por más de cuatro décadas,… Read More
‘To Every Corner of Every Community’: Hogan Launches Vaccine Confidence Campaign
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan has launched GoVAX: Maryland’s COVID-19 vaccine confidence campaign. Hogan called the effort an “aggressive, grassroots public outreach campaign” to encourage vaccine confidence and urge residents to… Read More
County Libraries Offer Online Workshops for Job Seekers
Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) are offering online workshops and one-on-one coaching sessions to help those looking for employment. The topics include strategies for job searches, using LinkedIn to identify… Read More