Maryland

Maryland ranks among the more financially literate states in the country, coming in 10th overall in a new 2026 report from WalletHub released during National Financial Literacy Month. The study comes as nearly 2 in 5 Americans say they expect to carry more credit card debt by the end of the year, underscoring the importance of financial education and habits.

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Bethesda

Multiple Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) units responded to a reported fire alarm Tuesday afternoon around 4pm in downtown Bethesda, prompting a significant emergency response after conditions on scene led to an upgrade to a high-rise fire.

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MCDOT

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is inviting public middle schools to participate in its fifth annual “Paint the Plow” competition, where students design and name a snowplow for a chance to win cash prizes for their school. Participation is free, with supplies provided, and schools must register by 5 pm on Friday, April 10.

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MoCo Government

Montgomery County’s Department of Health and Human Services will host the sixth annual “Right from the Start” event on April 11 at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, offering free resources and support for Black parents and families from preconception through early childhood.

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