The Montgomery County Council will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 9 a.m. to present proclamations recognizing Cybersecurity Awareness Month and Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, followed by a vote on Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 25-11, which would create a process for approving temporary telecommunications facilities. (more…)
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services’ Child Care Support Services honored ten local early childhood professionals at the third annual Early Care and Education Excellence Awards, selected from over 250 nominations across six award categories.
Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart and councilmembers will hold a press conference on Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 1 p.m. to announce a proposed $7.75 million Public Service Support Resolution to aid residents and nonprofits affected by the federal government shutdown, with introduction on Nov. 4 and a public hearing and vote on Nov. 18. Community leaders, including the heads of Manna Food Center and MoCo Pride Center, will discuss local needs and services. (more…)
Montgomery County will participate in the national “Operation Green Light” initiative leading up to Veterans Day to honor veterans and raise awareness of local and national resources available to those who have served. From Nov. 4–11, the County will light public buildings in green, host community events and ceremonies, and unveil a Ride On bus tribute while encouraging residents and businesses to display green lights in recognition of veterans. (more…)
The Game of the Week in Montgomery County lived up to its billing, at least for a while. Under the Friday night lights in Gaithersburg, the undefeated Quince Orchard Cougars once again asserted their dominance over archrival Northwest, pulling away for a 35-16 victory to move to 8-0 on the season.
The Sherwood Warriors continued their march toward the postseason with a statement win on Thursday night, defeating the Damascus Hornets 28-7 in a clash between two Montgomery County contenders.
The stage is set for the 2025 Montgomery County Volleyball Championship as the top-seeded Wootton Patriots (13-1) take on the Richard Montgomery Rockets (12-2) on Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM at Quince Orchard High School.
A new true-crime documentary titled “Hunted By My Husband: The Untold Story of the DC Sniper” will premiere on Tuesday, October 28 at 9/8c on Investigation Discovery (ID) and stream on Max. (more…)
Montgomery County will host a Racial Equity and Social Justice Town Hall on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mid-County Regional Service Center, 2425 Reedie Dr., Wheaton. The event will feature conversations with subject-matter experts on health, education, immigration, housing, economic opportunity, and community safety, along with nationally recognized guest speakers. (more…)
For more than 20 years, BJ Pumpernickel’s served as one of Olney’s most recognizable restaurants, known for its New York–style deli classics, breakfast served all day, and one of the best pickle bars in the country. (more…)
Gude Drive in Rockville is named for Gilbert Gude, a lifelong Montgomery County resident who served the community for decades as a legislator and environmental advocate.