Students from Watkins Mill High School and Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School won top honors in the 2024–25 Keeping it Safe Coalition video contest, which encourages youth to raise awareness about underage alcohol use through 30-second public service announcements.
The Montgomery County Council will commemorate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month on May 13 by honoring local community members for their contributions in public safety, community service, and entrepreneurship. (more…)
Montgomery County has proposed its first-ever Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan to help fund infrastructure for the $2.8 billion Viva White Oak development, a large-scale mixed-use project in East County expected to bring thousands of jobs, housing units, and new public amenities.
This year, Butler’s Orchard (22222 Davis Mill Rd.), a family-owned farm in Germantown, Maryland, is celebrating its 75th anniversary of “being the source for farm-fresh produce, memorable family experiences, and sustainable farming in the heart of Montgomery County.”
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that seven individuals have been indicted for alleged involvement in two organized groups linked to a series of armed robberies, attempted robberies, and other crimes targeting bank customers across multiple Maryland counties from August 2023 to July 2024. Authorities say the investigation uncovered a pattern of incidents involving firearms and the use of force, resulting in the theft of over $155,000. (more…)
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich joined AstraZeneca and local leaders to celebrate the opening of a $300 million advanced manufacturing facility in Rockville that will produce CAR-T cell therapies and create over 150 skilled jobs, with support from County and State incentives. (more…)
Per the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) at 7:37am: “A traffic collision has West Montgomery Avenue closed at Nelson Street. Drivers should expect delays and seek an alternate route.”
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection honored K–12 student artists at its 2025 Waste Reduction-Reuse-Recycling Poster Contest Ceremony, recognizing creative work that promotes environmental awareness and supports the County’s zero-waste goals. (more…)
Montgomery County Public Libraries will launch its 2025 Summer Reading Challenge, themed “Color Our World,” on June 14 to encourage reading and creative engagement for all ages through books, arts, and community events, with early registration beginning May 15.
The Montgomery County Sports Advisory Committee introduced its first-ever “Unsung Sports Hero” Awards on May 4 to honor individuals who expand sports opportunities for underserved communities. Recipients Caprina Pipion-Williams, Brett Riley, and Muhammad Arif Wali were recognized for their impactful work in youth coaching, inclusive sports programming, and community-based athletic and academic support. (more…)
Montgomery County’s Bethesda–Chevy Chase Regional Services Center is partnering with KID Museum to host the free “Invent the Future Expo” on Sunday, June 1. The event will offer hands-on STEM activities, student invention showcases, and interactive exhibits to celebrate innovation and creativity in the region.