East Gude Drive Corridor in Rockville Could Become Rock East District (R.E.D.)
Rockville could be adding a new district within the city along East Gude Dr. that will be known as the Rock East District (R.E.D.).
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MCPS Board of Education Approves Administrative Appointments
The Montgomery County Board of Education approved the following administrative appointments at its July 15, 2021, Business Meeting:
Governor Larry Hogan announced on Thursday that Maryland has now surpassed 7 million COVID-19 vaccines administered. He told Marylanders, “it is clearer than ever that these vaccines are extremely effective, but those who are unvaccinated do remain at risk, especially with the highly transmissible variants”.
From the Governor’s Office:
Montgomery County, Maryland, has long been known as one of the nation’s premier hubs for life sciences and technology but recently, the County has gained global recognition for another high-growth industry: satellite and advanced communications.
The roots of the County’s satellite ecosystem stretch back decades. The former COMSAT Laboratories in Clarksburg helped establish the foundation of modern satellite communications technology and continues to shape the industry today. That legacy directly contributed to the growth of companies like Hughes Network Systems, headquartered in Germantown, which is widely recognized as a pioneer of satellite internet technology and continues to employ nearly 1,000 people locally.
Home to over 120 satellite and advanced communications companies employing approximately 4,500 workers across the region, Montgomery County’s growing prominence in advanced antenna, satellite communications, and space technologies, includes the presence of visionary business leaders, like Eric Sung, CEO of Intellian Technologies who has dubbed the area “Satellite Valley” in recognition of its growing industry concentration and momentum. Intellian, which selected Rockville for its first U.S.-based Advanced Development Center, committed a $100 million investment to develop advanced satellite communication technologies, including phased array antennas and portable military-grade terminals designed for next-generation low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite networks. Montgomery County’s concentration of satellite companies, engineering talent, and proximity to government and defense stakeholders made the region a strategic fit for their expansion.
A leading global provider of stabilized satellite communication and satellite TV antenna systems with more than 70 employees located in Montgomery County, Intellian was one of the businesses featured in a special report from the Financial Times’s fDi Intelligence released in May, highlighting the region’s expanding technology ecosystem. From legacy industry pioneers to fast-growing international companies, such as Thales Defense & Security, Montgomery County offers a deep talent pool with technical expertise, proximity to federal agencies, and highly welcoming and diverse communities, allowing it to continuously attract investment from around the world. (more…)
Pop-up small dog park will be open July 15 – August 15, 2021, sunrise to sunset.
Montgomery Parks and the Bethesda Urban Partnership (BUP) are teaming up to provide a pop-up dog park at Elm Street Urban Park from July 15 – August 15, 2021. The temporary, 4,600-square foot dog park will be located in the northern section of Elm Street Urban Park and open from sunrise to sunset.
Connect with neighbors, learn about Lafayette Federal, and grab fun giveaways! All while enjoying food from local Tacos el Pariente.
First 75 registrants can receive free food.*
Rockville to Increase Fines for Parking in Handicap Spaces, Fire Lanes, and Near Fire Hydrants
Per the City of Rockville:
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Clarksburg Tavern Remains Open its Social Media Account and Google Stating Otherwise
A message was posted on the Clarksburg Tavern Facebook page on Wednesday afternoon stating that the restaurant would be closing on July 23rd.
Maryland State Department Of Education Announces More Than $309 Million To Support State Child Care Providers
Per the State of Maryland:
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Former NFL Player to Run for Montgomery County Sheriff
Three-term Montgomery County Sheriff Darren Popkin announced in June that he will not run for re-election and former NFL star Robert Bass has announced he is running to take over the position.
Artist Applications Being Accepted Through Aug. 6 for Downtown Bethesda’s ‘Paint the Town’ Mural on the Woodmont Corner Garage
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Montgomery County Council and Progressive Maryland Call for Medicare for All
Per Montgomery County:
Rockville Town Square Parking Garages Now FREE for 2 Hours Without Validation
For years many have complained about the parking situation at Rockville Town Square. Though parking was free for the first two hours with validation, many didn’t want to deal with the hassle and blamed it for not visiting the center according to multiple comments on various MoCoShow social media posts.