Councilmember Evan Glass (At-Large) announced a month-long series of LGBTQ+ Pride events across Montgomery County in June, including a flag-raising ceremony in Rockville, a performance at Strathmore, and Pride in the Plaza in Silver Spring.
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The Montgomery County (MD) Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a rise in scam calls where impersonators claim there’s a warrant for arrest and demand payment via prepaid cards. Officials emphasize that the Sheriff’s Office will never request money or financial information over the phone and urge anyone affected to report it. (more…)
Montgomery County’s minimum wage will increase by 50 cents on July 1, 2025, adjusting for inflation as required by county law. The new rates will be $17.65 per hour for large employers, $16 per hour for mid-size employers, and $15.50 per hour for small employers. (more…)
This morning we reported that the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) responded to a shooting involving multiple suspects and a tow truck driver overnight in Montgomery Village. This afternoon we heard from the driver of the tow truck. Photos of some of the damage can be seen below.
The 5th Annual Pride Family Day will be held on Sunday, June 1, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park (7300 MacArthur Blvd). The event is hosted in collaboration with the office of Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass. (more…)
In this week’s message to the community, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich expressed his disappointment in the updated federal COVID-19 guidelines released by the CDC no longer recommending the vaccine for for healthy children or pregnant women. His full response can be seen below:
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Alert Montgomery issued the following alert on Friday, May 30: “A Tornado Watch has been issued for Montgomery County until 12:00 am Saturday, 5/31. Be alert for rapidly changing weather […]
The Takoma Pride Parade and Street Fair will take place in Takoma Park, Maryland, with the parade beginning at 201 Ethan Allen Avenue and proceeding along Carroll Avenue to Laurel Avenue, where the street fair will be held. (more…)
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Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart said the Council is monitoring the Trump Administration’s designation of the County as a “sanctuary jurisdiction” and is coordinating with local and state partners while reaffirming its commitment to supporting the rights of all residents. On Thursday, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich also issued a statement in response to the Trump Administration’s designation of the county as a “sanctuary jurisdiction.” (more…)
On Thursday, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich issued a statement in response to the Trump Administration’s designation of the County as a “sanctuary jurisdiction,” reaffirming that the county is not in violation of federal law and will not alter its policies based on political pressure. Elrich emphasized that the County will continue cooperating with federal immigration authorities in cases involving violent crimes and threats to public safety, while rejecting efforts to criminalize immigrants or divide the community. Full statement below:
Guest Post by Terrence M. Local music venue The Garage has received an order from Montgomery County’s Department of Permitting Services (DPS) to cease and desist all operations, leaving one […]