Protecting Your Eyes in the Summer
The summer sun is strong, and health professionals say it’s important for people to protect themselves against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. The American Academy of Ophthalmology has designated July as… Read More
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Parks Hosts Hiking, Fishing and Outdoor Theater This July
Montgomery Parks announced its July programming, including a Shakespeare production, a sensory-inclusive butterfly encounter and a hike for dog owners to explore nature with their pups. June Events and Ticket… Read More
Potomac Resident Named Next Maryland Public Television CEO
Steven J. Schupak of Potomac was named Maryland Public Television’s (MPT) next president and chief executive officer. Schupak currently is executive vice president and station manager at MPT. He becomes… Read More
National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
July marks National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. Advocates say there is a desperate need to bring more mental health resources to underserved communities. They also want to end the… Read More
Minority Mental Health Month: Virtual Events This Week
Montgomery County community organizations will host four virtual events this week in honor of July being Minority Mental Health Month. Minority Mental Health Month, recognized by the County, is observed… Read More
Wheaton Basketball Court Closed for Repairs and Renovation
Wheaton Forest Local Park will be without basketball courts for at least one month due to repairs and renovations, Montgomery Parks announced on Monday. Beginning today (Monday), the basketball courts… Read More
Commission Remembers County Residents Lynched More Than a Century Ago
The Montgomery County Commission on Remembrance and Reconciliation remembers two county residents killed in July more than 100 years ago by lynch mobs and who never had their day in… Read More
Metro Board Cuts Fares, Adds Hours and Bus Routes
In an attempt to bring back commuters, Metro’s Board of Directors agreed Thursday to operate trains and buses more frequently, extend its service hours and change some fares. Rail service… Read More
New Mural Showcasing Wheaton’s Diversity Will Debut in July
A vivid mural featuring multicultural dancers will be displayed outside the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission’s headquarters on Reedie Drive in Wheaton. It is expected to debut in July.… Read More
Montgomery County Recreation Hosting Online Scavenger Hunt
Montgomery County Recreation announced a 10-week long scavenger hunt, which started Friday, June 12 and will continue until Monday, August 17. At the start of each week, Montgomery County Recreation… Read More