Five Things to Know Today, Sept. 18, in Montgomery County
It’s Friday, Sept. 18, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County: 1. Road Closure: Montgomery Parks is closing two sections of Sligo Creek Parkway for repairs today… Read More
Neighborhoods
After Much Discussion and Despite Some Concerns, Planning Board Allows Alcohol at Some Parks
The Montgomery County Planning Board voted 4-1 Thursday to allow alcohol in designated parts of nine parks. The change goes into effect Thursday, Sept. 24 and ends May 31, 2021.… Read More
Elrich Working to Relax Restrictions on Music Performances, Hours for Selling Alcohol
Montgomery County is currently still in Phase 2 of reopening but a few restrictions are being lifted. During his weekly virtual media briefing on Wednesday, County Executive Marc Elrich announced that… Read More
County Working With Faith Community To Expand Capacity for Places of Worship
Montgomery County leaders are working with local members of the faith community to potentially allow more capacity in places of worship. Under Phase 2 guidelines, religious facilities can have virtual,… Read More
County Council Approves $1.5 million for Youth Sports Initiative
Montgomery County councilmembers unanimously approved separate special appropriations to support the Youth Sports Initiative during a session on Tuesday. Today the council passed more than $1.5 million dollars in funding… Read More
Junta Electoral de Montgomery Urge Solicitar el Voto por Correo lo Antes Posible
Las personas en todo el país están comenzando a recibir avisos del Servicio Postal de los EE.UU. con respecto a la preparación de la votación por correo. Si bien el… Read More
SBN en Español – Recursos Disponibles para Pequeños Empresarios
El primer episodio de Small Business Network en Español trata el tema de los recursos disponibles para las pequeñas y medianas empresas establecidas en el condado de Montgomery, y que… Read More
Looking for Residents’ Input, Elrich Holds Virtual Budget Forums
County Executive Marc Elrich is holding a series of virtual budget forums to receive input from residents about their priorities for the next fiscal year. Most of the forums will… Read More
Initial Unemployment Claims Rise Slightly
The number of Montgomery County residents who filed initial claims for unemployment during the week that ended Sept. 12 rose slightly. 1,252 residents filed initial unemployment claims last week. That… Read More
Five Things to Know Today, Sept. 17, in Montgomery County
It’s Thursday, Sept. 17, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. COVID-19 Testing: Free COVID-19 testing is available today in Germantown, Silver Spring, and White Oak.… Read More
COVID-19 Testing Will Help Get Control of Pandemic Local Leaders Say
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich gave important updates regarding COVID-19 testing efforts during his weekly virtual media briefing on Wednesday. Last Friday, the county signed a contract with CIAN Diagnostics… Read More
‘A Celebrity Everywhere She Went’: Butler’s Orchard Founder Leaves Great Family Legacy
Butler’s Orchard in Germantown is a staple for family-friendly fun in Montgomery County. Shirley Brown Butler, who bought and ran the orchard with her late husband George, passed away peacefully… Read More