Montgomery County leaders, LGBTQ+ advocates, and community members gathered Thursday for the County’s eighth annual Pride Flag Raising Ceremony, officially kicking off Pride Month.
After a $10.2 million transformation, DICK’S Sporting Goods is officially ready to unveil its new House of Sport at Rio Lakefront. The reimagined store at 2 Grand Corner Avenue in Gaithersburg will celebrate its grand opening with a three-day “House Party” from Friday, June 5 through Sunday, June 7, featuring athlete appearances, giveaways, interactive experiences, and special promotions. We have first-look photos below.
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The Montgomery County Board of Education on Thursday adopted a $3.72 billion Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), finalizing a spending plan that district leaders say protects classroom instruction and key student services despite a $36 million shortfall from the school system’s original request.
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- Coaching Salud Holistica (CSH) is transforming maternal health in Maryland by offering culturally responsive health education and support.
- Founded by Jhoselyn Rodriguez, CSH empowers Latino, immigrant, and diverse families through education, community engagement, workforce development, and vital maternal health services.
- CSH directly addresses maternal health disparities, particularly in Latino and immigrant communities, by providing robust doula training programs.
- The doula training curriculum is uniquely crafted for doulas serving these communities, integrating cultural traditions and advocacy with trauma-informed and equity training.
- Beyond training, CSH fosters community connections, exemplified by their upcoming Maternal & Infant Health Resource Fair.
Coaching Salud Holistica (CSH) is actively transforming maternal health outcomes in Maryland. They are addressing a growing need for culturally responsive health education and support in communities across the state. This need is particularly urgent given that Latina women in Maryland experience higher rates of certain maternal health complications compared to other groups, underscoring significant disparities in care.
Founded by Jhoselyn Rodriguez, a bilingual community health leader, educator, and advocate, CSH is deeply committed to empowering Latino, immigrant, and diverse families. This commitment shines through their comprehensive approach, encompassing education, community engagement, workforce development, and vital maternal health services. This dedication is further exemplified in their mission to empower families and transform maternal and infant health outcomes. (more…)
As the busy summer travel season begins, Maryland transportation and law enforcement officials are reminding drivers to prioritize safety during the “100 Deadliest Days” between Memorial Day and Labor Day, when traffic fatalities traditionally increase. (more…)
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.*
Montgomery County Police have charged 29-year-old Vanessa Tjongarero-Henderson of Clarksburg and 36-year-old Samantha Raebel of Phoenix, Arizona, with first-degree murder in connection with the death of Hilde Henderson of Silver Spring. (more…)
Drivers traveling along Rockville Pike this week may notice new markings appearing on sections of MD-355 between North Bethesda and Friendship Heights.
Montgomery County Police released its daily crime summary highlighting several incidents reported on June 3 and early June 4, including a stabbing at the Glenmont Metro Station, a commercial burglary in Silver Spring, and multiple vehicle thefts across the county.
The Montgomery County Board of Education approved several administrative appointments during its meeting on Thursday, June 4, filling leadership positions at schools across the county ahead of the 2026-27 school year.
Montgomery County Department of Transportation is reminding residents that both Ride On and Metrobus routes are available to help voters reach early voting centers during Maryland’s 2026 Primary Election. (more…)
Permanent signage is now up at the future Sheetz location in Gaithersburg, as construction continues to move forward at the Walnut Hill Shopping Center. (more…)
A truck driver struck a utility pole in Gaithersburg late Thursday morning, bringing down power lines and forcing the closure of a section of Quince Orchard Road, according to Montgomery County Police and Alert Montgomery.