MCDOT

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) recognized 28 high school students during its Vision Zero Youth Ambassador Graduation Ceremony on May 16. The students collectively earned 1,311 service hours while helping plan and execute Safety Day, a community event focused on pedestrian, bicycle, and traffic safety. Ambassadors earned up to 46 Student Service Learning hours through the program. (more…)


Education

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich is criticizing the County Council’s decision not to fully fund Montgomery County Public Schools’ Fiscal Year 2027 budget request, arguing the move forced difficult reductions that will impact employees and create financial challenges for years to come.

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Event

General admission is $25 per person, which includes chili tastings. Free Admission for kids under 18, Police Officers and their Family is provided by MCPF). All proceeds benefit the Foundation’s mission to strengthen community-police relationships, support officers wellness, and enhance public safety initiatives across Montgomery County.

In addition to delicious chili, attendees can enjoy local craft beer from Lone Oak Brewery, family activities, and opportunities to meet and interact with Montgomery County police officers in a fun, relaxed setting.


Beyond MoCo

Update by Brunswick Police: “Amy has been located and no further assistance is needed. We want to thank everyone for sharing the post!”

Police in Brunswick, MD (Frederick County) are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing woman whose disappearance has prompted an outpouring of concern from family, friends, former coworkers, parents, and students.


Beyond MoCo

The Great Frederick Fair is set to make its return to the Frederick fairgrounds from September 18th through September 26th, 2026. It’s sure to be packed with rides, agricultural exhibits, fair food, and an incredible lineup of major musical talent that many MoCo residents would love to drive up for. (more…)


Montgomery Village

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation is adding new pedestrian and traffic safety improvements along sections of Bel Pre Road in Silver Spring and Montgomery Village Avenue in Gaithersburg, with work expected to be completed by this fall.

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Education

Two Montgomery County Public Schools media specialists have been named among the top 10 finalists for the 2026 Maryland School Librarian of the Year award, a statewide honor recognizing exemplary service and outstanding achievement in school library media programs.

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