On Wednesday at Seneca Valley High School, a reported sighting of what appeared to be a gun triggered an immediate response, according to a letter sent out to the school community. The incident began when a student observed another student with what was initially believed to be a firearm. In response, a Shelter-in-Place was initiated at 12:42 pm on Wednesday.
On Tuesday, eleven Montgomery County chambers of commerce jointly urged the County Council to remove a proposed 3.4% property tax increase from the FY2026 budget, citing concerns about the financial impact on residents and businesses. (more…)
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will deliver the annual “State of the County” address on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 6 p.m. at the Leggett Executive Office Building in Rockville
Story Kitchen and Toys“R”Us Studios have joined forces to develop a live-action film that captures the magic, adventure, and nostalgia of Toys“R”Us, according to a report by Variety. Toys“R”Us was founded as Children’s Bargain Town in DC and the first Toys“R”Us branded store opened in Rockville in 1957.
12-year-old Aiden Abraham, representing the State of Maryland and Team Senshi, earned a gold medal in kumite and a silver medal in kata at the 2025 Junior International Cup & USA Open in Las Vegas, competing against 22 athletes in his category. (more…)
Montgomery County Councilmember Evan Glass released a statement published by Montgomery Perspective and Moderately Moco on Tuesday night regarding the 3.5 cent property tax increase proposed by County Executive Marc Elrich:
Here is a list of businesses that have recently opened, or are set to open soon in Germantown, MD: (more…)
On Monday, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich issued a statement expressing his condolences on the passing of Pope Francis: (more…)
On Monday, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich vetoed Expedited Bill 2-25, which would have provided a 20-year, 100% property tax exemption for converting underused commercial buildings into rental housing, arguing it lacked fiscal safeguards, offered excessive benefits to developers without proven need, and could harm county revenues, racial equity, and community stability.
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) shared the following traffic advisory at 12:18pm:
Montgomery County’s Department of Health and Human Services will host a free public forum on mental health and substance use communication on Saturday, May 17 in Silver Spring, offering breakout sessions, local resources, and Narcan training. (more…)