5 Things to Know Today, Dec. 5, In Montgomery County
It’s Friday, Dec. 5, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Extreme Cold Alert: Montgomery County is under an Extreme Cold… Read More
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County Transportation Department Invites High School Students to Promote Traffic Safety
With the goal of increasing pedestrian safety, the Montgomery County Department of Transportation is inviting students to join the “Youth Ambassador Program.” The initiative teaches young teenagers leadership, communication, and… Read More
Dan Snyder’s Potomac Mansion Set to Go Up for Auction
The home of former Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder is set to go up for auction next month, with bidding opening Dec. 5. Bids are expected to start at between… Read More
DC Temple’s Festival of Lights Welcomes Visitors with Dazzling Displays, Performances
The 47th annual Festival of Lights at the Washington D.C. Temple is now open to the public, offering over 500,000 dazzling Christmas lights. Visitors can explore illuminated temple grounds, international… Read More
Rockville Police Department Hosts 2 Upcoming Hiring Events
The Rockville City Police Department (RCPD) will host hiring events Thursday, Dec. 5, at 6 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 7, at 10 a.m. at its headquarters at 2 W. Montgomery… Read More
Public Invited to Discuss Walkability Plans for 2 Elementary Schools
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold an in-person community meeting on Thursday, Dec. 5, at 6:30 p.m., to discuss walkability studies for two elementary schools. The event… Read More
6 Local Tree Lightings to Spark Holiday Cheer; Kentlands Event Cancelled
Kick off the winter holidays with carols, hot cocoa, visits from Santa, and dazzling tree lighting events that bring communities together. Here’s a roundup of upcoming celebrations: Wednesday, Dec. 4… Read More
Coming Soon to Public Libraries: Printing from Personal Phones
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
Board of Education Committee Gets First Look at 2025-26 School Calendar
Members of the Montgomery County Board of Education’s Policy Management Committee reviewed two drafts of the proposed 2025-2026 school year calendar Tuesday. In both versions, school would start Aug. 26… Read More
Transportation Public Forum for Ride On Route 76 Changes
The county’s transportation department will hold a public forum on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss proposed changes to Ride On bus Route 76. The forum will be… Read More
Anti-Hate Task Force Members Push for Better Education, More Reporting
Members of the six communities that make up the Montgomery County Anti-Hate Task Force presented their final reports with the goal of creating a more welcoming community with fewer bias… Read More
Top Stories of 2022: Six Women Make County Council History
In what was a historic election for the county and the County Council, six women were elected to serve the now 11-member legislative body for the next four years. In… Read More