The Montgomery County Council unanimously approved a resolution reaffirming the County’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, acknowledging past housing discrimination and emphasizing the need to eliminate structural barriers to fair housing. (more…)
The Montgomery County Council unanimously approved Bill 3-25, expanding eligibility for the County Supplement to the State of Maryland Homeowners’ Tax Credit to assist lower-income and fixed-income homeowners. The bill raises income and net worth limits while increasing the assessed property value eligible for the credit, aiming to provide tax relief amid rising property assessments. (more…)
Montgomery County’s very own Mckinley Jovanovic is a force to be reckoned with both on the wrestling mat and in the classroom. A proud product of Montgomery Blair High School in Silver Spring, Mckinley began wrestling in her sophomore year and quickly rose to prominence– earning accolades as a men’s varsity starter, team captain, and multiple championship titles. Her roots in Montgomery County not only anchor her identity but also connect her to a legacy of athletic excellence in the region.
Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart released the following statement on Tuesday, April 1: (more…)
Lakeforest Mall closed on March 31, 2023, after nearly 45 years in Gaithersburg. (more…)
The Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) announced the arrest of three suspects linked to an organized retail theft operation targeting Ulta stores across multiple jurisdictions, including Montgomery County, with over $190,000 in reported losses. The arrests, made in Anne Arundel County on March 24, followed a months-long investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies, leading to charges of armed robbery, grand larceny, and other offenses. (more…)
This article was originally published in April 2018 and has been updated with additional photos and information. (Photos below courtesy of the Oldham family.)
Though it remained open until 2002, The Corner Kick at 18707 N. Frederick Rd in Gaithersburg was the premier sporting facility in Montgomery County from 1984 to 2000. 2000 marked the opening of the Maryland SoccerPlex in Germantown and the Rockville SportsPlex in Rockville, signaling a shift in the local sports landscape.
The Montgomery County Executive will hold six Community Conversations on long-term priorities and the Fiscal Year 2027 Capital Improvements Program budget, with the first meeting on Monday, March 31, at the Wheaton Community Recreation Center. (more…)
On March 27th, the Team Spirit Cheerleaders, a MoCo-based after-school enrichment program, wowed the audience with their dynamic Wizards PreShow performance at Capital One Arena. Their infectious energy and undeniable spirit electrified the crowd, setting an enthusiastic tone for the event.
The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair returns this Friday, August 8th and will run through Saturday, August 16th. This will be the 76th annual fair. Additional information about specific vendors/concessions and activities […]