Montgomery Community Media

Maryland residents can be tested for the coronavirus more quickly and easily now that the state has received the authority to do its own testing, rather than having to rely on the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta. Testing is being done at the Maryland State Public Health Laboratory, which operates forensic laboratories in Baltimore […]

Before the start of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Annapolis, Gov. Larry Hogan held his annual breakfast with firefighters at Stan and Joe’s Saloon. Hogan was presented with a custom wall logo from the Professional Fire Fighters of Maryland before the start of the breakfast. Excited to join the Maryland Professional Fire Fighters again […]

Here are some highlights on social media from Governor Larry Hogan’s inauguration in Annapolis today. Former Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett and former Florida Governor Jeb Bush spoke at the inaugural ceremony. Larry Hogan Sworn in as Maryland Governor

Gov. Larry Hogan announced on social media that he is declaring today Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in Maryland. Hogan put out a statement on social media thanking law enforcement officers for their hard work. Hogan said, “These brave men and women work tirelessly every day to keep us and our communities safe. Thank you for […]

It’s Wednesday, Jan. 9, and here are five things you need to know: 1. Shutdown Rally: Rep. Jamie Raskin (MD-8) is inviting the community to rally with him to show support for federal workers, private contractors, and others impacted by the federal government shutdown. Rep. Don Beyer (VA-8) and J. David Cox, the president of American Federation of […]

A pilot academic program has been launched in Montgomery County for students who are in substance abuse recovery and are committed to maintaining sobriety. State officials — including Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford, county schools superintendent Jack Smith, school board president Michael Durso and state school superintendent Karen Salmon — announced the program Tuesday in Gaithersburg. […]

Here are five things to know today, Friday, March 16 in Montgomery County: 1. Community Coffee: Takoma Park Mayor Kate Stewart and Councilmember Kacy Kostiuk who represents Ward 3 meet with community members over coffee today at Mid-Atlantic Seafood from 8 to 9:30 a.m. 2. Public Safety awards: Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford is scheduled to […]

In an effort to fight the heroin and opioid epidemic, Maryland’s Department of Health, Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention and the Opioid Operational Command Center, announced more than $22 million will be given to the state to help local jurisdictions fund prevention, enforcement and treatment efforts, according to a news release. “Finding real […]

It’s out with the old and in with the new for female residents of the Wilkins Avenue Interfaith Works Women’s Center as they transition into an updated facility. State and local leaders gathered at 2 Taft Court in Rockville for the unveiling of a new integrated health and shelter facility for those in need. “We […]

A groundbreaking ceremony for the Universities at Shady Grove’s new Biomedical Sciences and Engineering Education Facility was held this week in Rockville. Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett and Maryland Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford were among the officials who attended the ceremony. “Since 2000, USG has brought world-class education, research, and services to citizens, business, and […]