Beyond MoCo

The Frederick County Health Department is warning residents about the presence of 5F-ADB, a dangerous and illegal synthetic cannabinoid also known as Spice or K2, found in products labeled “THC, Diazy La Ruse, Peufra The Tiger.” The drug can cause severe health effects or death, and the department urges anyone witnessing an overdose to administer Narcan and call 911 immediately. (more…)


MDOT

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) has announced its Memorial Day schedule for Monday, May 26, with most services operating on a Sunday or holiday schedule, some routes suspended, free parking at public garages and meters, and no MARC or most MTA Commuter Bus service.

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Announcement

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Law

Maryland’s Attorney General joined a coalition of 16 attorneys general in opposing a proposed federal rule change that would weaken habitat protections under the Endangered Species Act by removing the definition of “harm” related to habitat degradation.

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Gaithersburg

Natalia Coronado-Mercer, a Richmond, Va., resident and sophomore at Appomattox Regional Governor’s School, was awarded first prize in the 2025 Gaithersburg Book Festival poetry contest for high school students for her poem “Chainlink Angels.” Two Montgomery County students also represented the area, winning third place and the “Fan Favorite” award.

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DC

The Washington Commanders announced in December that Mark Clouse was named Team President, overseeing all facets of the organization’s business operations. ESPN’s John Keim today shared a fun fact about Clouse who has previously overseen iconic food brands– he is the reason Oreo started selling different flavors.

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