Education

Former Montgomery County (MCPS) and current Howard County (HCPSS) Automotive Academy Instructor Thomas Dearstine recently was honored as a Champion for Automotive Education in recognition of his dedication and contributions to high school automotive education. The recognition included a two-year lease for a Toyota BZ4X, Toyota’s electric vehicle.

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Event

Music. Art. Food. Community. The Takoma Park Folk Festival brings it all together for one free, unforgettable day. Discover six stages of live music from around the world, shop an acclaimed juried craft show, enjoy international cuisine, connect with local community organizations, and let the kids explore crafts and activities in the Children's Nook. It's one of the region's most beloved traditions, and a celebration of the creativity, diversity, and welcoming spirit that has long defined Takoma Park.

New this year! Jam at the Crossroads is a place for musicians of all levels to come together and be part of the music.


DMV

Update: A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for part of the area.

The National Weather Service (NWS) released a “Special Weather Statement” earlier today regarding the storm headed our way late Friday into Saturday morning.


Maryland

The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights organization, today held a press conference in its Maryland office in Baltimore to announce the filing of a complaint challenging the suspension and investigation of three Montgomery County Public School (MCPS) teachers for their speech on Palestine.

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Gaithersburg

4:42pm Update: All lanes now open

A traffic incident that occurred earlier today and previously closed two lanes of southbound I-270 in Gaithersburg on Thursday afternoon has now closed all lanes and traffic gets by on the shoulder.