County Leaders React to Supreme Court ‘Opt Out’ Ruling
On Friday, the Supreme Court affirmed the rights of parents to let their children opt out of LGBTQ+ readings in public schools. The case, Mahmoud v. Taylor, was filed in… Read More
County Executive Marc Elrich
Mobile Health Clinic Hits the Road
The County has officially launched a new initiative elected leaders and community members say will help expand health care in underserved neighborhoods. Last Thursday, County Executive Marc Elrich, representatives from… Read More
County Reacts to ‘Sanctuary Jurisdiction’ Classification
In a sweeping Executive Order on Thursday, the Trump Administration designated more than 500 cities, counties and states across the country as “sanctuary jurisdictions.” According to the Executive Order, ”… Read More
Developer Announced for Life Science Hub By North Bethesda Metro
Hines, a worldwide real estate and management company, was chosen to develop a life sciences hub to include residential and retail buildings on a 14-acre tract by the North Bethesda… Read More
Rapid Bus Transit Expands to Howard County in 2026
On Tuesday, County Executive Marc Elrich and Howard County Executive Calvin Ball announced an extension of the current US 29 Flash Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service into Howard County next… Read More
Looking for African American Living Legends 2025
As part of the celebration of Juneteenth, the County wants to honor African American residents who have made significant contributions to their community. County Executive Marc Elrich describes the ideal… Read More
Elrich Drops Property Tax Increase; Revamps Budget Proposal
County Executive Marc Elrich plans to change course and submit amendments on his budget proposal to the County Council. Elrich has announced he will no longer seek a property tax… Read More
Montgomery County Sports Hall of Fame to Honor Eunice Kennedy Shriver with Achievement Award
The Montgomery County Sports Hall of Fame (MCSHF) will honor Eunice Kennedy Shriver, founder of Special Olympics, with its first-ever Lifetime Achievement Award during its 2025 induction ceremony. The event… Read More
County Promotes Zero Waste with Food Scraps Drop-Off Program
Hundreds gathered at the Bethesda Central Farmers Market on April 13 to celebrate Food Waste Prevention Week, hosted by the county’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The event showcased the… Read More
County Offers Free Ride On Bus Rides on Earth Day
Montgomery County bus riders can take advantage of free rides on Tuesday, April 22 in celebration of Earth Day, the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) said. To mark the… Read More
Condado de Montgomery Reduce el Aumento de Estabilización de Alquileres de 2025 al 5,7 %
La asignación de estabilización de alquileres del condado de Montgomery para 2025 se establecerá en el 5,7 %, a partir del 1 de julio, lo que supone una ligera disminución… Read More
Montgomery County Lowers 2025 Rent Stabilization Increase to 5.7%
Montgomery County’s rent stabilization allowance for 2025 will be set at 5.7%, effective July 1, marking a slight decrease from last year’s 6% cap, according to a press release. Under… Read More