This story was written by Walter Johnson student William Murphy for the WJPitch student newspaper and was republished with permission.
It’s rare to still be connected to your high school 50 years later; more so to come back after nearly 70 years and be able to see your legacy in fruition. On Wednesday, Dec. 3, the first SGA president in WJ history, Bill Hiatt Jr, class of 1958, returned to his alma mater.
Maryland’s six casinos generated $159.8 million in slot machine and table game revenue in December 2025, down 2.6% from December 2024, with $67.9 million contributed to the state, including $49.0 million for the Education Trust Fund.
Montgomery County Public Libraries officially began offering free daily printing and copying on Monday, January 5, expanding access to essential services across nearly all library branches countywide.
A Centreville, MD resident won $640,000 in the December 22 Multi-Match drawing with a ticket purchased at the Royal Farms at 105 Clay Drive in Queenstown. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
“This little composition…is, alas, the final mortal sin of my old age. A little technique, a little heart, that is all.”
Gioachino Rossini’s "Petite Messe Solennelle" is neither little nor entirely solemn. Yet beneath the wit and irony of its title lies one of Rossini’s most personal creations, which blends the theatrical brilliance and unforgettable melodies of his comic operas—including extraordinary and virtuosic arias—with an almost uncharacteristic tenderness and spiritual depth.
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and County Council President Natali Fani-González announced progress on Montgomery County’s Climate Action Plan, reporting that 80 of 84 actions have been initiated and 63 are completed, underway, or integrated into operations, according to the FY2025 Annual Report.
During the week of December 31, 2025 through January 3, 2026, Montgomery County Police Department task force officers conducted 307 traffic stops, issued hundreds of citations and warnings, and arrested 28 individuals for driving under the influence, in addition to other alcohol-related enforcement actions. (more…)
Maryland has officially launched a fully rebuilt Maryland.gov, unveiling what state leaders are calling a new “digital front door” designed to make it easier for residents to access government benefits, services, and information.
Walter Johnson High School has named Jacquis McCray as its new head varsity football coach, ushering in a new era for the Wildcats program.
The Washington Spirit has released a roster update ahead of the beginning of 2026 preseason later this month, the club announced on Tuesday. Midfielder Courtney Brown, forwards Brittany Ratcliffe and Ouleye Sarr and defender Kysha Sylla will not return to the Spirit.
The Washington Commanders have moved on from both of their coordinators, parting ways with offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury and defensive coordinator Joe Whitt Jr., according to multiple reports.
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority has begun replacing bus shelters at Shady Grove East Metrorail Station as part of its Bus Shelter Replacement Program, installing modern shelters to improve comfort, safety, and accessibility for riders.