2022 Maryland Gubernatorial Candidates’ Social Media Presence
Maryland State Delegate Kirill Reznick, of the 39th district, recently compiled and shared a list of all Maryland Gubernatorial candidates and their social media presence.
Author: MCS Staff
County Executive Marc Elrich and Councilmember Evan Glass Commemorate Pride Month with Progress Pride Flag Raising Ceremony
on Monday, June 7th, County Executive Marc Elrich, Councilmember Evan Glass, and other Councilmembers joined together to officially commemorate Pride Month in Montgomery County by raising the Progress Pride Flag in Rockville outside of the Executive Office Building. Since 2019, Councilmember Glass has spearheaded this annual commemoration and organized numerous community events to promote acceptance and inclusion across the community.
Update on Forest Glen Road Sidewalk
Per Montgomery County Department of Transportation
Hook & Reel Progress in Wheaton
Back in December of 2019 we let you know that Hook & Reel, w Cajun seafood restaurant and bar, was coming to MoCo with two new locations (Gaithersburg and Wheaton).
Maryland Has 7th Best State Economy According to WalletHub Report
With certain state economies hurt more than others during the COVID-19 pandemic, such as Hawaii, which has a 9% unemployment rate, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2021’s Best & Worst State Economies.
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Fire at Unique Thrift Shop, No Injuries
Update: The incident is being investigated as arson. From MCFR: “Fire/Explosive Investigators seeking info RE fire early morning 130a fire at Unique Thrift Store on Viers Mill Rd – Anyone w/ any info (saw something suspicious, heard something unusual) Please Call @mcfrs ARSON Tipline 240.777.2263 @MontgomeryCoMD https://t.co/1SjMW81evk”
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While some places have had the same name for hundreds of years, many of the areas we know and love in Montgomery County weren’t always known by the names they have now. Many had similar names, others had very different names, and plenty were part of a different area before they became their own place. Let’s look at a few below:
Now: Kensington Then: Kensington Park
Weather Cooperates this Weekend for Pool Lovers
Last week we discussed the disappointing weather for pool lovers and those who generally enjoy being outside for Memorial Day weekend, as the area was dealing with chilly temperatures and rain for most of the weekend.
Congressman David Trone Tours Montgomery County Department of Transportation’s Gaithersburg Bus Depot and Electric Buses
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and the County’s Department of Transportation (MCDOT) today hosted a tour for Congressman David Trone of the Gaithersburg Bus Depot, the cutting-edge facility that supports about 40 percent of the County’s transit operation. MCDOT currently operates four zero-emission buses. MCDOT has an additional 10 buses on order.
Grand Opening Ceremony for Avery Road Treatment Center Today at 11am
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will be joined by County Council Vice President Gabe Albornoz at a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Avery Road Treatment Center.
Reopening Date for Wheaton Library Moved to June 14
Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) has announced that Wheaton Library will reopen to the public on June 14. The service hours for the branch will be: