The 2025 Local Writer’s Showcase is now accepting entries for its Essay, Short Story, and Poetry Contests. Open to adults 18 and older and high school students in grades 9–12,… Read More
On Tuesday, the Montgomery County Council presented the Uplifting Victims and Immigrant Safety Act (“U Visa”), which provides legal status to victims of certain violent crimes who have suffered physical… Read More
Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) announced upcoming improvements beginning next month. “We’re making big improvements! Starting this December, we’re rolling out a series of updates to enhance your public computer… Read More
Montgomery County Department of Police (MCPD) arrested and charged a 13-year-old, who was accompanied by an 11 and 12-year-old, for two commercial burglaries in Rockville, according to a press release.… Read More
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is marking the first anniversary of its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, launched on Nov. 20, 2023. A police news release highlighted the… Read More
It’s hard to believe Thanksgiving is next week. For many families with children, this has become Thanksgiving week in a sense with half days or no school to start the… Read More
My goal this month was to find and describe for you the location of the legendary Biblical city of Sodom. But stuff happens. And after all, Sodom will still be… Read More
It’s Wednesday, Nov. 20, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Construction: The State Highway Administration (SHA) is starting construction on… Read More
Ahead of the Maryland General Assembly’s meeting in January, analysts say a widening budget deficit may be the worst fiscal situation the state has faced in two decades. According to… Read More
The Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery Women are now accepting nominations for the 2025 Montgomery County Women Making History Award. The award recognizes women who have made significant… Read More
A former Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) teacher was sentenced Friday to serve 12 months in prison for sex offenses against a student while she was a teacher. Melissa Curtis,… Read More
Workshops focused on Black women’s sexual health and wellness are set for Dec. 3 to commemorate World AIDS Day. The program runs from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the… Read More