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Published December 30, 2025 at 10:18PM

As 2025 comes to a close, we wanted to share with you some of our most-read articles of the year. This article was originally published on June 30, just before the July 1 leaf blower ban went into effect, and it went on to become our most-read article of 2025.

Montgomery County passed legislation in 2024 to address environmental, noise, and health concerns related to gas-powered leaf blowers and vacuums. Sales of gas-powered equipment have been banned since July 1, 2024, and the ban on their use officially begins this Tuesday, July 1, 2025. (more…)

MCDOT

Montgomery County Taxicab Rates to Increase

By Patrick Herron

Published December 30, 2025 at 9:54PM

Beginning February 1, 2026, Montgomery County taxicab rates will increase from $2 to $2.50 per mile, and a new $1 nighttime surcharge will apply for trips between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., marking the first meter rate change in more than 15 years.

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Ask J & J: How Do You Pick the Best Real Estate Brokerage in Bethesda? (sponsored)

Published July 29, 2026 at 11:55AM | Updated July 30, 2026 at 8:56AM

Sponsored article courtesy RLAH Real Estate|

Hi – Justin here. Fair warning before I answer: I am the single most biased person you could ask. I’m the president of RLAH Real Estate, I live in Bethesda, I’m raising my family here, most of my paycheck ends up at businesses within walking distance of my house, and I’m openly asking Bethesda residents to name us Best Real Estate Brokerage in this year’s Bethesda Magazine Readers’ Poll.

MCDOT

Holiday Transportation Schedules Announced for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day

By Patrick Herron

Published December 30, 2025 at 9:46PM

On New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31, most Montgomery County transportation services, including Ride On buses, Metrorail, Metrobus, and MARC Train, will operate on regular weekday schedules, with county offices open and parking following normal rules until free parking begins at 8 p.m.

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Gaithersburg

Silver Alert: Concern for Missing 78-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published December 30, 2025 at 9:01PM

Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 6th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Andrew Keo, a missing 78-year-old. (more…)

Announcement

Traditions

By Madhuvanthi Sundararajan

Published July 30, 2026

Celebrate an evening of Kuchipudi with Traditions, a solo performance by Madhuvanthi Sundararajan featuring a live orchestra. Presented as the culmination of the Maryland State Arts Council Folklife Apprenticeship, this performance marks the year-long artistic journey between master tradition bearer Kasi Aysola and apprentice Madhuvanthi Sundararajan. This inspiring evening welcomes audiences of all backgrounds. August 14, 7 p.m. | Silver Spring Black Box Theater.

Event

Summerfest at Olney Theatre

August 9, 2026 11:30 am -5:00 pm

Olney Theatre Center

2001 Olney Sandy Spring Road

Olney, Maryland 20832

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Our annual free open house is absolutely monumental this year as we celebrate a transformed campus! Come for activities all over campus, see some of your favorite Olney performers, as well as local, community-based performance groups. We’ll have more vendors than ever along with our always-popular used costume sale!

Free Performances, Demonstrations, & Classes including:

News

Ten Years After His Passing, Dr. George B. Thomas’ Saturday School Legacy Lives On

By MCS Staff

Published December 30, 2025 at 8:10PM

Courtesy MCPS

Ten years after the passing of Dr. George B. Thomas, Sr., his legacy is being remembered once again across Montgomery County. On Tuesday, MCPS Physical Education Supervisor Dr. Cara Grant shared a video originally produced by MCPS in 2016, the year Dr. Thomas passed away, honoring the founder of the Saturday School program and highlighting the lasting impact of his life’s work. For thousands of students and families, Dr. Thomas’ influence was not abstract or symbolic. It was personal, practical, and life changing.

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Community

From CPA to “Mr. Swiftie,” and Everything in Between: The Unconventional Reinvention of MoCo Native Ray Castro

By MCS Staff

Published December 30, 2025 at 7:49PM

Ray “Mr. Swiftie” Castro performing at Beers and Cheers Too in Germantown

Ray Castro’s life story is one that feels especially relatable in Montgomery County. He was a kid who grew up here, did everything “right” on paper, built a stable career, and then eventually realized stability alone wasn’t enough.

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Cloverly

Chimney Fire Damages Home Tuesday Evening

By MCS Staff

Published December 30, 2025 at 6:29PM

Courtesy Capt. Franco Martinez

Fire and rescue crews responded Tuesday evening to a chimney fire at a single-family home in the Cloverly area.

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Beyond MoCo

Delaware State Police Issue Gold Alert for Missing Gaithersburg Teen

By MCS Staff

Published December 30, 2025 at 5:46PM

Courtesy Delaware State Police

Delaware State Police have issued a Gold Alert for a missing 16-year-old from Gaithersburg, Maryland, who was last seen in northern Delaware.

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MoCo Recreation

Free Fitness Passes Continue in 2026 for Montgomery County Residents

By MCS Staff

Published December 30, 2025 at 5:13PM

Courtesy Montgomery County Recreation

Montgomery County residents will be able to continue working toward their health and fitness goals at no cost in 2026.

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Silver Spring

Dominique Dawes to Open New Gym in Silver Spring in 2026

By MCS Staff

Published December 30, 2025 at 4:34PM

Courtesy Dominique Dawes on Facebook

Olympic gold medalist Dominique Dawes is bringing her gymnastics academy back to her roots.

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Education

Four MCPS Educators Honored by Military Bowl Foundation and Wegmans

By MCS Staff

Published December 30, 2025 at 2:49PM

Courtesy Military Bowl

Several Montgomery County Public Schools teachers with military backgrounds or connections are being recognized through a national initiative that celebrates and supports educators.

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