Scotland AME Zion Church Reopens Despite Many Odds
A Who’s Who of clergy, legislators and community members packed the newly refurbished Scotland A.M.E. Zion Church in Potomac to celebrate all those who had a hand in resurrecting the… Read More
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After 5 Years, Scotland Church Reopening to Appreciative Community
For the past five years, members of Scotland AME Zion Church have worshipped in a dance studio, two other churches and their own parking lot. Not even flooding powerful enough… Read More
Rep. Raskin Secures Federal Funding for Rockville Flooding Efforts
U.S. Reps. Jamie Raskin (D-8) secured $1.5 million in federal funds in a House of Representatives-approved appropriations budget that will go toward combatting flooding in Rockville. “This funding for emergency… Read More
Rockville, Montgomery County Green Bank Receive Climate & Energy Awards
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments awarded Rockville City its Government Sector Award for its flood resiliency program. It also awarded the Montgomery County Green Bank its Non-Governmental Organization Sector… Read More
Flood Sensors Installed in Montgomery County
Montgomery County has installed 35 new flood sensors. The sensors will serve as an early warning system that can track rising water and alert authorities so the public can be… Read More
Virtual Community Meeting to Discuss Flood Management Plan
Montgomery County will hold a virtual meeting on Thursday, Oct. 20 at 6:30 p.m., to discuss its Comprehensive Flood Management Plan after crowdsourcing from residents to identify flood-prone areas in… Read More
Chef José Andrés’ Nonprofit Serves Meals in Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic
An estimated 1.2 million homes and businesses remain without power in Puerto Rico Wednesday morning. Hurricane Fiona slammed into the island on Sunday, causing an island-wide power outage for its… Read More
County Rescue Team Heads to Puerto Rico to Assist with Hurricane Fiona Response
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service first responders are traveling to Puerto Rico Monday to help with Hurricane Fiona response efforts. Hurricane Fiona battered Puerto Rico Sunday knocking out power… Read More
New Sensors Will Help Detect Potential Flooding in Montgomery County
Montgomery County has a new way to detect potential flooding. During a press conference Friday, officials announced that 35 new high-tech flood sensors are being installed across the county in… Read More
Trees Down, Cars Stranded in High Water During Thursday’s Storms
Parts of Montgomery County were under a Flood Warning and Severe Thunderstorm Warning on Thursday. Several homes were damaged by fallen trees and cars were disabled in high waters during… Read More
City of Rockville Offers Hurricane Ida Damage Compensation
The City of Rockville will offer up to $2,500 to residents whose property was damaged by Hurricane Ida on Sept. 1. Claimants must apply here by Jan. 3, 2022 to… Read More
Leaders Say County’s Climate Action Plan Will Address Flooding
Montgomery County will address flooding and stormwater management as part of its Climate Action Plan, leaders said during a virtual county council meeting Tuesday. Councilmember Evan Glass noted a young… Read More