MoCo Government

Montgomery County to Host First World Water Day Celebration at Wheaton Regional Park

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection will host its first World Water Day Celebration on March 22 at Wheaton Regional Park, featuring activities like guided nature walks, a piñata exhibit, and Youth Trout Fishing Day. The event, themed “Save Our Glaciers,” aims to raise awareness about freshwater conservation and will include partnerships with local organizations to highlight efforts in protecting waterways and ensuring clean drinking water. (more…)

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Maryland

Governor Wes Moore Announces Work for America Partnership to Support Displaced Federal Workers

By Patrick Herron

Governor Wes Moore announced a partnership with Work for America to help displaced federal workers connect with state and local government jobs through the Civic Match talent platform. As Maryland becomes Work for America’s first “Spotlight State,” the initiative will expand job opportunities, provide employment resources, and support federal workers transitioning into new public service roles.

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Education

Local Teachers Launch “Buy Nothing Group” Aimed Towards Supporting Educators

By MCS Staff

In an inspiring initiative aimed at supporting educators and fostering community spirit, local teachers Krystal Putman and Rachel Savadow have launched a “Buy Nothing Group” specifically for Montgomery County teachers and their supporters. This group seeks to connect generous community members with teachers in need of classroom supplies, resources, and support.

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Maryland

Maryland Ranked 44th in List of 2025’s ‘Best and Worst State for Doctors’, Per Study

By MCS Staff

With National Doctors’ Day coming up on March 30and a family physician’s average annual salary at around $225,000, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2025’s Best & Worst States for Doctors, to help pinpoint where doctors can find the most financial success and the best quality employment. Maryland came in ranked 44th overall.

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MoCo Government

Councilmember Jawando to Introduce Bill Creating Hiring Preference for Displaced Federal Workers in Montgomery County

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County Council Vice President Will Jawando will introduce legislation on March 18 to create a hiring preference for displaced federal workers residing in the County. (more…)

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MoCo Government

Montgomery County Council to Review FY26 Budget, Infrastructure Funding, and New Legislation on March 18

By Patrick Herron

The Montgomery County Council will meet on March 18 to review the Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Budget, consider amendments to the FY25-30 Capital Improvements Program, and introduce new legislation, including a bill to support the hiring of displaced federal workers. (more…)

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Beyond MoCo

Maryland Drug Trafficking Ring Leaders Sentenced Following 16-Month Investigation

By Patrick Herron

James Brunson, 41, and Ernest Hudson, 38, were sentenced for leading a violent drug trafficking organization in Baltimore, following a 16-month investigation by the Maryland Attorney General’s Organized Crime Unit. A total of 33 individuals were charged in connection with the organization, with several already sentenced for crimes related to drug distribution, firearms offenses, and participation in a criminal organization. (more…)

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