Best Thanksgiving Pies in MoCo
It’s not too early to start shopping for your Thanksgiving desserts. Many shops sell out in advance so it’s a smart move to place a pre-order whenever the option is available.
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UPDATE: The vote has been postponed until next week (Tuesday) and the restrictions will not go into effect on Friday, 11/6 at 5pm except for the suspension of late-night alcohol sales, which will go into effect at 5pm on Friday, 11/6.
Montgomery County to Reinstate Some Covid Restrictions, Pending Council Approval
Graffiti On 495 Railroad Bridge Takes Political Turn Again
“Surrender Donald” is the latest form of the graffiti that can be found on the railroad bridge that crosses 495– a play on the old “Surrender Dorothy” graffiti that has etched its name into Montgomery County history.
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Montgomery County Council Asks for and Received Corrected Executive Order Maintaining Current Childcare Capacity Limits
Early yesterday we reported on the Montgomery County Council introducing, holding a public hearing, and voting on an Executive Order on Thursday, November 5, 2020 that would have potentially decreased childcare capacity to 50%
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Election Day 2020: Montgomery County Results
Below you will see the results of local races, as of 1:52am (the most recent numbers from the Maryland State Board of Elections). Results are not official until certified by the Maryland State Board of Elections.
Montgomery County Council to Vote on Executive Order
The Montgomery County Council will introduce, hold a public hearing, and vote on an Executive Order on Thursday, November 5, 2020.
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Kate Siegel, Current Star of Netflix Series, is From MoCo
Kate Siegel, popular for her roles in horror films like Oculus, Hush, Ouija: Origin of Evil, the Netflix series The Haunting of Hill House, and the new Netflix series The Haunting of Bly Manor, is from Montgomery County.
Survey: MoCo Govt. Seeks Community Input on Public Safety
As part of Montgomery County’s “Reimagining Public Safety” (RPS) task force, the public is encouraged to participate in an online community input survey — the survey link can be found here.
Two Local Restaurant GMs Chime in on Delivery Apps in MoCo
On October 20, 2020, the Montgomery County’s Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) warned consumers of the fees that delivery apps charge local businesses. The Washington Consumers’ Checkbook, cited in a press release by Montgomery County, reported that the estimated fees for using Uber Eats, Grubhub, and DoorDash charged to businesses were 38% of total order costs.
MCPS Pre-K and Head Start Offices Accepting Donations of Winter Clothing for Low Income Students
Per MCPS: The Prekindergarten and Head Start offices are accepting donations of new coats for low income students. Hats, gloves and scarves are also needed. Coats for boys and girls in sizes 5, 6, 6x and 7 can be ordered online and delivered by mail/UPS to:
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Unofficial MoCo Voter Day 7 Turnout (provided by the Montgomery County Board of Elections)
Today is the last day to vote early. As you can see, numbers have decreased, and wait times have been nearly non-existent in recent days. Head over to any of these locations today, the last day of early voting, to avoid Election Day crowds tomorrow (which should be much better than in the past).