Montgomery Community Media

Today is Friday, April 9, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County: 1. County COVID-19 Testing Clinics: Free COVID-19 testing is available throughout the county at six testing sites today, and 11 sites this weekend. Health officials continue to stress the importance of testing to prevent the spread of COVID-19. 2. COVID-19 […]

Today is Thursday, April 8, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1.COVID-19 Vaccine Information: The COVID-19 mass vaccination site at Montgomery College’s Germantown campus will transition to a State mass vaccination site starting today. According to county health officials, vaccinations will be available to all Marylanders; however, about 25% of the appointments will […]

Today is Wednesday, April 7, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Budget Public Hearings: The county council will hold a public hearing on County Executive Marc Elrich’s proposed fiscal 2022 budget at 7 p.m. (register by 5 p.m.). See more information here. County Council to Hold Budget Public Hearings April 6-8 2. […]

Today is Tuesday, April 6, and it is National Library Workers Day. To celebrate, thank a Montgomery County librarian for forgiving nearly $700,000 worth of library late fees and fines. In the meantime, here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Council in Virtual Session: Montgomery County Council meets virtually today at 9 […]

Due to a flood at the National Weather Service headquarters in Silver Spring, information concerning precipitation frequency and intensity has been more difficult to obtain. A ruptured water pipe at one of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) campus buildings in downtown Silver Spring on March 9 caused so much damage that the server […]

La Junta de Planificación y al Departamento de Planificación del Condado de Montgomery están organizando una sesión virtual sobre el Plan del centro de Silver Spring y comunidades adyacentes. La sesión en español estará liderada por la vicepresidenta de la Junta de planificación Natali Fani‑González. La reunión se llevará a cabo el lunes, 12 de […]

Today is Monday, April 5, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Ride On Bus Service: Starting today riders will be permitted to board the bus by the front door. Buses will remain free until at least June 30. 2. County COVID-19 Testing Clinics: Free COVID-19 testing is available throughout the county at […]

El condado de Montgomery organizará una conversación virtual, “Ayude a mi incredulidad: la coexistencia de la fe y el miedo durante una pandemia” el miércoles 7 de abril de 6 a 7:30 p.m. La conversación se centrará en cómo no perder la fe durante un tiempo en el que los centros religiosos están cerrados por […]

Montgomery County Police Department is currently investigating an assault and robbery that took place in a parking garage in downtown Silver Spring on March 16. MCPD released surveillance footage showing three individuals suspected of the robbery and assault; they are asking the public to come forward if they recognize anyone in the video. According to […]

Giant Pharmacy is now offering COVID-19 vaccines to eligible residents at all 152 in-store pharmacy locations in Washington, D.C., Virginia, Delaware and Maryland — including those in Montgomery County. “We’re honored to have the privilege of now being able to offer the vaccine at all 152 of our pharmacy locations to further assist in efforts […]