The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services’ African American Health Program will host “The Park Goes Pink for Breast Cancer” on Saturday, Oct. 12, at Wheaton Regional Park, offering free health screenings, education, and activities to raise awareness about breast cancer, particularly in the African American community. (more…)
October is National Fire Prevention Month, and the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department has announced its upcoming Open House is this weekend.
Montgomery County’s Alcohol Beverage Services (ABS) received the “Best Enforcement Program” award for the second year in a row from StateWays magazine for its loss prevention program, which reduces theft, fraud, and operational errors (more…)
Montgomery County Councilmember Will Jawando is hosting the ninth annual “Councilmember for a Day” challenge for middle and high school students, inviting them to submit video essays on public policy issues, with the winner earning the opportunity to serve as an honorary councilmember for a day. (more…)
Montgomery County has received $520,000 in federal funding to enhance intersection safety through the Safe Turns Demonstration Project and update the Vision Zero 2030 Action Plan with community input, aimed at reducing traffic fatalities and serious injuries. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services is recognizing October as “Safe Sleep Awareness Month” by hosting events to promote safe infant sleep practices, including the #ClearTheCrib challenge, to help reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related deaths. (more…)
Montgomery County’s first Hispanic Heritage Festival and Health Fair on Sunday, Oct. 6, at Marian Fryer Plaza (2424 Reedie Dr) in Wheaton, celebrating Hispanic culture with live performances, health screenings, and family-friendly activities.
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich is hosting 11 “Community Conversations” throughout September and October to gather input on the Fiscal Year 2026 Operating Budget, with sessions tailored to different regions and community groups, including one for Upcounty residents in Germantown on Sept. 30 at BlackRock Center for the Arts. (more…)
Montgomery County will celebrate “Active Aging Week” from Sept. 30 to Oct. 6, offering free programs and activities to promote healthy, active lifestyles for residents aged 50 and over, with events sponsored by various County departments and community partners. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council will hold committee meetings on Monday, September 30. Full agenda below courtesy Montgomery County: (more…)
Montgomery County’s State’s Attorney’s Office has launched the second annual “Speak Up, Save a Life” Student Video PSA Contest, inviting middle and high school students to create short videos highlighting the dangers of drug use, with top prizes of up to $1,000 and a submission deadline of November 8.