Education

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) has sent a reminder that beginning in the 2025–2026 school year, there will be revisions to grading and reporting at the secondary level. This will include an update to the calculation of final grades for students in grades 6 through 12 and the school system says that the changes are designed to increase consistency, and strengthen expectations for student learning and accountability across schools (video below).

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Everything you need is at EDE: lifestyle, community, proximity, serenity, activity. What sets EDE apart is what’s inside, outside, and all around – an elevated suite of features and amenities that define living well.

Read on to explore the top 12 ways to experience a centrally astounding lifestyle at EDE apartments in Downtown Frederick.

1. CONTEMPORARY DESIGN: Finely crafted studio, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom floorplans showcase luxury finishes throughout, featuring stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, soft-close cabinetry, sleek plank flooring, and a selection of two designer color palettes.

2. WFH PRODUCTIVITY: Accomplish your tasks efficiently in convenient co-working spaces within each residential building or at the co-working lounge in the Clubhouse. Select layouts include a den or built-in desk to create a dedicated home workspace.

3. HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Support your wellness goals in the 24-hour leading-edge fitness center including cardio, strength, and functional training. Take your workout outside at the outdoor fitness stations.

4. ABUNDANT AMENITIES: Discover enviable lifestyle amenity spaces anchored by a high-design clubhouse with a warm, minimalist aesthetic. Rack up the fun in the clubroom with billiards and a double-sided fireplace. Unwind in the chic lounge with seating areas and curated artwork. Entertain your little ones at the enclosed playground.

5. ACTIVE EVENTS CALENDAR: Experience a welcoming community atmosphere with opportunities to connect through an engaging line-up of events featuring a monthly book club, wine tastings, food trucks, and other social gatherings. (more…)


MoCo Government

Montgomery County Government and related services will operate on a modified schedule for the Juneteenth holiday on Thursday, June 19, with closures affecting County offices, libraries, courts, and recreation centers, while Ride On and Metro services will follow holiday schedules and ABS stores will remain open with limited hours.

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DC

A video taken by local sports reporter Scott Abraham of 7 News DC has gone viral after being shared by numerous football-related X accounts. The video features new Commanders’ acquisition WR Deebo Samuel appearing to run slower than usual during minicamp. However, Head Coach Dan Quinn was impressed by Samuel’s speed.

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Maryland

The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved more than $4.3 million in Greenspace Equity Program grants to support 20 projects enhancing public green spaces in underserved communities across 14 counties.

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Maryland

Maryland Governor Wes Moore joined Pepco, BGE, Delmarva Power, and nonprofit partners to launch a $19 million Customer Relief Fund, funded by Exelon, to assist limited- and moderate-income residents with rising energy bills, with Pepco customers eligible for up to $300 in grants starting in July.

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Beyond MoCo

Attorney General Anthony Brown joined 21 states and the Governor of Kansas in filing an amicus brief supporting California’s request to block the federalization of its National Guard, arguing the action was an overreach of presidential authority and could undermine public safety and constitutional rights.

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