Beyond MoCo

Development plans for a 33-mile high-speed train line linking Baltimore and DC in 15 minutes (for just $33), projected to cost $20 billion, are still moving forward as essential environmental and engineering studies are ongoing, according to a BizJournals on statements made by Bill Scott, president of Northeast Maglev LLC.

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Event

Join us in celebrating the groundbreaking of construction for the Lightbridge Academy, an early childhood education center dedicated to supporting working families. Offering daycare, preschool, kindergarten, and summer camps, Lightbridge brings its Circle of Care philosophy to the community, combining a strong academic foundation with a focus on social and emotional growth in a safe, supportive environment.

Lightbridge Academy Gaithersburg will be opening in the Walnut Hill Plaza, Gaithersburg in early 2027. This event will take place in the lower parking lot. Please enter by turning onto N Westland drive, turning right into the plaza after passing the construction, and park along the back fence. Light refreshments will be served. Please rsvp at the Gaithersburg Germantown Upcounty Chamber of Commerce website: https://cca.ggchamber.org/EvtListing.aspx?dbid2=MDGAI&evtid=20351142&class=E


Bethesda

A Bethesda home has hit the market for $18.75 million, making it the third highest listing in Montgomery County (seventh highest in the state). The 26,000 SF house is located at 7209 Arrowood Rd. and comes with nine bedrooms and 9.5 bathrooms on a 1.02 acre lot. This is the third highest priced listing behind the Potomac home previously owned by former Washington Commanders owners Dan and Tanya Snyder ($29.9 million), and a $23.5 million house on MacArthur Blvd in Bethesda.

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MoCo Government

Montgomery County government has announced public hearings on March 11, 2025, for proposed amendments related to subdivision regulations, zoning changes, expedited approvals, and affordable housing tax policies, with opportunities for residents to provide testimony in person, remotely, or in writing. (more…)


MoCo Government

Montgomery County is under a Winter Weather Advisory from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8, with snow, sleet, and freezing rain expected to create slippery road conditions and possible ice accumulations up to one-tenth of an inch. County officials urge residents to stay informed, report power outages, and track snow removal efforts through the MCDOT Snow Information Portal and Alert Montgomery

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Health

Montgomery County government has provided an update on bird flu, advising residents to stay informed about the ongoing spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), which recently impacted a local backyard chicken flock, and to take necessary precautions when encountering sick or dead birds. Full news release below: (more…)


Crime

Maryland-National Capital Park Police (Montgomery County Division) announced that on January 23, 2025, they responded to a crash on Beach Drive and Cedar Lane, where the driver was found in possession of a large quantity of suspected crack cocaine and charged with DUI, possession of CDS, and intent to distribute. (more…)