Crime

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is urging residents to plan ahead and avoid driving under the influence of alcohol or cannabis during the holiday season. To address impaired driving, MCPD has launched a “Holiday Task Force,” running sobriety checkpoints and patrols from November 20 through January 11. (more…)


Damascus

The Montgomery County Public Library in Damascus will close on January 31 for a 20-22 month renovation, with plans to reopen in fall 2026, featuring updates to accessibility, comfort, and functionality, including new collaboration spaces, ADA-compliant restrooms, and significant building improvements. (more…)


DMV

The National Weather Service (NWS) stated on Thursday morning that “there is growing confidence that a storm will produce significant wintry weather beginning later this week. Impacts will begin in the Central Plains by late Saturday, the Ohio and Tennessee valleys on Sunday, and the Mid-Atlantic region early next week.” For our area, Sunday into Monday looks likely.

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