Elrich, County Leaders Discuss Kirwan Recommendations for MCPS

The Coalition for the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future held a School Funding and Policy Community Forum Wednesday at Montgomery Blair High School in Silver Spring.  The forum was a space… Read More

Education November 7, 2019 Maryam Shahzad

Se Acerca El Día Nacional de la Pupusa

La pupusa es el plato nacional de El Salvador. Desde el primero de abril de 2005, la Asamblea Legislativa de El Salvador decretó el segundo domingo de cada noviembre como… Read More

Hola Montgomery November 7, 2019 Andrea Sarralde

Five Things to Know for Nov. 7 in Montgomery County

It’s Thursday, Nov. 7 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1.Disabled Veterans Resource Fair: In honor of Veterans Day, the Disabled Veterans National Foundation will recognize… Read More

Neighborhoods November 7, 2019 Jordan Lindsay

Hola Montgomery TV – Episodio # 2

En el Episodio # 2 de Hola Montgomery TV, Andrea Sarralde presenta temas de educación, el abandono y ausentismo escolar, el comienzo de un nuevo ciclo en las escuelas públicas… Read More

Hola Montgomery November 7, 2019 Andrea Sarralde

We Love Weekends: Montgomery County Planner for Nov. 7-11

Here’s our guide to arts and entertainment in Montgomery County, Nov. 7 – 11. Tribute to America’s Veterans Concert:  The 11th Annual Tribute to America’s Veterans takes place Wednesday, November… Read More

Arts/Entertainment November 6, 2019 Michelle Queen

Nothing Lasts Forever: Two More Impending Closures at Lakeforest Mall

Forever 21 and F.Y.E will be closing at Lakeforest Mall in Gaithersburg.   Forever 21 is expected to close 111 locations in the U.S. after filing for bankruptcy in September. The fast-fashion retailer released… Read More

Business November 6, 2019 Ashley Peccerelli

Aprobado Proyecto de Ley Contra Discriminación por Peinados Naturales

Los miembros del Concejo del Condado de Montgomery votaron por unanimidad a favor de la Ley 30-19, la Ley CORONA o CROWN como se le conoce en inglés (Creación de… Read More

Government November 6, 2019 Andrea Sarralde

Bill Prohibiting Discrimination Based on Natural Hairstyles Passed Unanimously by Council

Montgomery County Councilmembers voted unanimously for Bill 30-19, the CROWN (Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair) Act, during a hearing on Tuesday. The CROWN Act will prohibit… Read More

Government November 6, 2019 Jordan Lindsay

Shark Tank’s Mark Cuban Invests in Montgomery County Snack Maker

A Rockville-based company recently appeared on the popular show Shark Tank to pitch an investment in their snack-food product. Snacklins puffed chips are a healthy, crunchy snack made from yuca,… Read More

Business November 6, 2019 Michelle Queen

Student Board Member to Hold First Town Hall of the Year

Student Member of the Board (SMOB) Nate Tinbite will be hosting his first town hall meeting of the year from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 6, at Seneca Valley… Read More

Education November 6, 2019 Ashley Peccerelli

County Offering Veterans Day Freebies and Other Deals

Many businesses in Montgomery County are honoring those who have served our country on Veterans Day with deals and freebies. Often, a military ID, dressing in uniform, or other proofs… Read More

Neighborhoods November 6, 2019 Maryam Shahzad

All Lanes Reopen on Outer Loop Following Overturned Tanker Truck Clean-Up

Update at 11:20 a.m.: All lanes are now open on the Capital Beltway near the I-270 split. An overturned tanker truck blocked lanes earlier Wednesday morning. FINAL: Tractor Trailer Crash.… Read More

Police/Crime/Fire November 6, 2019 Staff Writer