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Published February 16, 2023 at 9:09AM

Per Montgomery County: Committee briefings on the County’s Economic Development Strategic Plan and tutoring interventions in public schools; review of FY23-28 CIP amendments for economic development, digital equity, technology services and County offices and FY23 Supplemental Appropriations and FY23-28 Capital Improvements Program Amendments for lactation rooms in County buildings, parking lot resurfacing, HVAC and electrical equipment replacement; and review of legislation related to the Board of Investment Trustees membership and a declaration of no further need in Burtonsville

The Economic Development (ECON) Committee will meet on Thursday, Feb. 16 at 9:30 a.m. to receive a briefing from the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) on the implementation of the Economic Development Strategic Plan. The committee will also review FY23-28 Capital Improvements Program (CIP) amendments for Economic Development and for Digital Equity – Montgomery Connects.

Education

Virtual Conversation with MCPS Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight Set for February 22

By MCS Staff

Published February 16, 2023 at 8:58AM

The Black and Brown Coalition for Educational Equity and Excellence, the NAACP Parents’ Council and Identity, Inc. are hosting a virtual conversation with MCPS Superintendent Monifa McKnight on Wednesday, Feb. 22. The event will take place via Zoom from 6:30–8 p.m.

The event will provide an opportunity for families to ask questions on topics, including how well students are doing in school; the anti-racist audit and equity, and student well-being. RSVP and ask a question here. Spanish interpretation will be available. Feb. 22 Virtual Conversation with Dr. McKnight.

A post from Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation

Powered by one of the nation’s deepest technical talent pools, Montgomery County’s defense industry is growing

Published June 24, 2026 at 10:45AM

From left to right: Judy Costello, Director of Economic Development Special Projects for the Montgomery County Government; Congresswoman April McClain Delaney; Thales DSI CEO Mike Sheehan; and Maryland Department of Commerce Assistant Secretary Mayank Kapur during a tour of Thales DSI’s manufacturing facility in Clarksburg, Maryland. Photo courtesy of Thales DSI.

As technology advances faster than ever, cybersecurity and defense companies are competing for more than talent—they are seeking exceptional innovators with the expertise to create the next generation of products, services, and breakthrough technologies.

That combination of diverse and specialized talent, and proximity to customers is what positions Montgomery County, Maryland, as a strategic destination and a growing hub for defense, satellite communications, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing companies.

Thales Defense & Security, Inc.’s (TDSI) expansion is the latest example.

For more than six decades, TDSI, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Thales U.S.A, has supported critical national security missions, delivering advanced communications, intelligence, surveillance, and defense technologies to military and government customers around the world.

Last week, the company celebrated a significant expansion of its manufacturing operations in Clarksburg, Maryland.

Over the past year, TDSI also doubled its manufacturing floor footprint through a $4 million investment, expanding production capacity to support the company’s continued growth.

Today, TDSI employs approximately 675 people in Montgomery County, including roughly 250 manufacturing employees.

As demand for its technologies continues to grow, the company continues to expand and has added more than 225 positions locally over the past three years.

A leading U.S. supplier of tactical radio and SATCOM communications, including EW/SIGINT kits, tactical power, Helmet Mounted Cueing Systems (HMCS), mounted/dismounted EO/IR sensors, missile fusing, cyber protection technology and Anti-Submarine Warfare sonars, TDSI supports customers across the U.S. Armed Forces, including the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, and global security partners. (more…)

Frederick

Germantown Man Dies After Single Vehicle Collision Wednesday in Frederick County

By Patrick Herron

Published February 16, 2023 at 8:52AM

Ekoue Gbadoe, 33, of Germantown, was pronounced dead at the scene following a single vehicle collision on Wednesday morning in Frederick County, near Urbana. Additional information below courtesy of the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office: “At approximately 11 a.m., today, Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) deputies and Frederick County Division of Fire and Rescue Services responders answered a call for service of a single vehicle crash with serious injury on Park Mills Road near Worthington Manor Place.

Events

Second Family Forum on Fentanyl Set for February 25

By MCS Staff

Published February 16, 2023 at 8:49AM

In partnership with Montgomery Goes Purple, MCPS is hosting a second Family Forum on Fentanyl from 9:30–11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25, in the Northwood High School auditorium.

Panelists, including representatives from the county health department and the police department, will share information on the dangers and prevalence of illegally made fentanyl, prevention tools and protective factors for students, and resources for treatment. There will be Narcan training and distribution of Narcan kits to help reverse an overdose, breakout discussions for students and parents/caregivers (in English and Spanish) and a resource fair. The Community Opioid Prevention & Education (C.O.P.E.) trailer (a mock teen bedroom) will be available for tours to learn signs of substance use. Students can earn two Student Service Learning hours for attending.

Event

Food Truck Friday Summer Series

August 28, 2026 12:00 pm -2:00 pm

Lafayette Federal Credit Union

2701 Tower Oaks Boulevard

Rockville, Maryland 20852

Website Contact Social

Connect with neighbors, learn about Lafayette Federal, and grab fun giveaways! All while enjoying food from local Food Truck.

First 75 registrants can receive free food.*

Education

Nominations Open for Distinguished Service to Public Education Awards

By MCS Staff

Published February 16, 2023 at 8:41AM

The Montgomery County Board of Education is seeking nominations from the public for its 26th Annual Awards for Distinguished Service to Public Education. The awards are sponsored by the Board to recognize and show appreciation to individuals, groups and organizations that have made exemplary contributions to public education in Montgomery County. Nominations will be accepted in the following categories:

“Individual Pioneer” award nominees are individuals who, although they may not be currently active, have made extraordinary contributions in the past. The nominee’s contributions must have had a profound effect on the school system over a sustained period of time. Nominations in other categories must be of individuals (including MCPS students), groups or organizations that have, within the past three years, provided service, support and commitment to public education as demonstrated by:

MCFRS

Crash Closes College Parkway in Rockville Thursday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published February 16, 2023 at 8:18AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a crash on College Parkway, near Princeton Place in Rockville, at approximately 6am on Thursday morning. The collision caused the vehicle to overturn, trapping the driver inside. College Parkway is currently closed between Nelson Street and Princeton Place. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.

HAPPENING NOW: A rollover has closed all lanes of College Parkway between Nelson Street and Princeton Place in Rockville, officials said.

Gaithersburg

Collision With Rollover Sends Three to the Hospital on Wednesday Afternoon

By MCS Staff

Published February 15, 2023 at 8:44PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the scene of a collision with rollover that occurred shortly before 1:30pm on Midcounty Highway and Woodfield Rd in Gaithersburg on Wednesday afternoon.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, a total of three people were trapped inside the two vehicles involved in the collision upon arrival onto the scene. All patients were extricated and were transported to the hospital after suffering non-life threatening injuries. The crash temporarily blocked multiple lanes, but has since been cleared.

Derwood

Animal Services and Adoption Center and FMCA Holding ‘More to Love’ Fee-Waived Adoptions for Dogs Over 40 Pounds Through February 24

By Patrick Herron

Published February 15, 2023 at 6:58PM | Updated February 15, 2023 at 8:37PM

Per Montgomery County: Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC) is holding a fee-waived adoption event for dogs over 40 pounds starting Valentine’s Day, Tuesday, Feb. 14, and running through Friday, Feb. 24. The “More to Love” adoption event is sponsored by Friends of Montgomery County Animals (FMCA). While small dogs get adopted quickly, often within an hour of being made available for adoption, it is not uncommon for dogs over 40 pounds to wait a month or more for their new homes.

“Some people have misconceptions that bigger dogs are harder to train, require more exercise or need more space,” said Adoption Supervisor Faith Koleszar. “That all really depends on the personality of the dog. Some are hiking buddies and some are couch potatoes. Believe it or not, a big dog can be a great apartment dog—as long as they are getting the care and attention they need. If you come to the adoption center with an open mind, we can find you a great match.”

MoCo Government

Montgomery Food Council Unveils 2023 ‘County Food and Beverage Guide’

By Patrick Herron

Published February 15, 2023 at 6:57PM

The Food Council is an independent nonprofit organization that connects businesses, nonprofits, government agencies and concerned residents to create a robust, sustainable and equitable local food system. In addition to the Food and Beverage Guide, the MoCo Made Program includes efforts to increase networking opportunities for farmers, wholesale and retail buyers and producers; provides educational resources for existing and aspiring food and beverage business owners on how to scale a business; connects small businesses to tools and resources; and provides overall facilitation and connections of small businesses to customers, capital and infrastructure.

For more information on the Food and Beverage Guide, go to

MoCo Government

‘Shop Maryland Energy Weekend’ Feb. 18-20 Will Provide Sales Tax Savings on Energy Star Appliances

By Patrick Herron

Published February 15, 2023 at 6:55PM

Per Montgomery County: Marylanders either needing or just contemplating replacing appliances could be motivated to shop from Feb. 18-20 when they can save on paying State sales tax on eligible Energy Star-rated appliances during “Shop Maryland Energy Weekend.”

During Presidents’ Day weekend, appliances bearing the Energy Star label, whether purchased in-store or online, will be exempt from the State’s six percent sales tax. Eligible appliances could include air conditioners, washers, dryers, standard-size refrigerators, furnaces, heat pumps, boilers, compact fluorescent light bulbs, dehumidifiers and programmable thermostats. Solar water heaters are tax-exempt year-round.

MDLottery

MoCo Resident “Stunned” by $50,000 Powerball win

By Patrick Herron

Published February 15, 2023 at 5:48PM

“At first, I couldn’t figure out what or where Talbott’s was, what I was doing there. I’d assumed the ticket was from one of my regular locations. If not for that errand, this never would have happened,” he said.

On Sunday morning, when he discovered that his quick-pick Powerball numbers had matched enough numbers to win big, he let out a shout that brought his wife running. “I told her that I thought we’d just won $50,000. We studied the ticket and the results together to make sure it was real.”