Arts

Every October, as Halloween approaches and horror fans revisit their favorite scary movies, The Blair Witch Project inevitably makes its way back into the spotlight. The 1999 indie phenomenon not only redefined the horror genre but also has deep ties to Montgomery County, where much of it was filmed.

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MCDOT

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a virtual public hearing on Tuesday, October 28 to gather input on a proposal to repurpose parking spaces in four Silver Spring garages for a solar energy project in partnership with a private developer.

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Maryland

The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) is announcing multiple new laws signed by Governor Wes Moore earlier this year, including MVA departmental bills that they say improve road safety and driver accountability, that went into effect Wednesday, October 1. They can be seen below: (more…)


Events

This weekend in Montgomery County is shaping up to be one of the busiest of the fall, with festivals, parades, live music, food, and community celebrations taking place across the area. From family-friendly activities and cultural performances to beer gardens, bar crawls, and long-standing neighborhood traditions, there will be no shortage of ways for residents to enjoy the season and come together with their communities.

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Events

The popular Takoma Park Street Festival returns for its 44th year of music, vendors, food and fun in Takoma Park. This year’s festival takes place on Sunday, October 5, 2025 from 10:00am-5:00pm on Carroll Avenue in Takoma Park, MD to Carroll Street, NW in Takoma, DC.

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