5 Things to Know Today, May 22, In Montgomery County
Today is Monday, May 22 and here are five things to know today and the 10 day weather forecast. 1. Ride On Food Drive: The county’s annual food drive happens… Read More
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Elrich Signs Bill Raising Recordation Tax
On Thursday night, County Executive Marc Elrich signed a bill raising recordation tax rates. Elrich signed the bill during an event for the Montgomery County Council of Parent-Teacher Associations (MCCPTA).… Read More
‘There is Still Time Left’: Unions Implore Council for More School Funding After Preliminary Vote
On Thursday, the Montgomery County Council took a straw vote to pass a 4.7-cent property tax increase and preliminarily approve a $6.7 billion Fiscal Year 2024 operating budget. After the… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 19, In Montgomery County
Today is Friday, May 19. Here are 5 things to know and the 10 day weather forecast as we head into the weekend. 1. Bike to Work Day: The annual… Read More
County Plans Nation’s Largest Self-Sustaining Bus Depot
A new project in Montgomery County will be the largest self-sustaining bus depot in the U.S., according to an announcement from company and county leaders. Energy-as-a-service company AlphaStruxure and County… Read More
Police: 20-Year-Old Victim Identified in Downtown Silver Spring Homicide
Police identified the 20-year-old victim in a Sunday homicide in downtown Silver Spring, in a release from the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD). 20-year-old Jedidiah Kehiku Ogboi-Gibson of Laurel was… Read More
Councilmembers Support 4.7-Cent Property Tax Increase
In a straw vote Thursday, the Montgomery County Council voted to support a 4.7-cent property tax increase. The rate would cut County Executive Marc Elrich’s proposed increase by more than half.… Read More
Transportation Board Awards Funds to Improve Road Safety
The National Capital Region Transportation Planning Board approved three projects aimed at improving road safety in Montgomery County. The City of Gaithersburg was awarded $60,000 to develop a local road… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 18, In Montgomery County
It’s Thursday, May 18, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. County Council: The session starts at 9:30 a.m. The Montgomery County Council meets on Thursday,… Read More
New Silver Spring Safety Alliance For Businesses Aims to Reduce Crime
On Wednesday, the Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce (GSSCC) and the Montgomery County Police Department launched the new Silver Spring Safety Alliance in an announcement on Ellsworth Drive. … Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 17, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, May 17, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. History Hour: From 6-7 p.m., Josiah Henson Museum and Park will host History Hour, which… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 16, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, May 16, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Montgomery County Council: Council session starts at 9:00 a.m. with a Proclamation recognizing American Craft… Read More