Beyond MoCo

The U.S. Secret Service has announced that President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration ceremony will be moved indoors to the Capitol Rotunda due to expected inclement weather, with temperatures forecasted to be around 20 degrees. (more…)


MoCo Government

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich has proposed a $5.852 billion FY26 Capital Budget and amendments to the FY25-30 Capital Improvements Program, prioritizing education, affordable housing, infrastructure, and racial equity, while reducing the structural deficit by $83.5 million due to completed school projects and budget constraints. (more…)


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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…)


Law

Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and a coalition of 16 states and 3 cities are defending EPA Clean Air Act waivers that support California’s zero-emission vehicle and truck regulations, aimed at reducing air pollution and combating climate change. (more…)


Arts

The City of Gaithersburg is presenting its inaugural Gaithersburg Film Festival. “Celebrating the City’s rich diversity. Recognized as one of the most diverse cities in the United States, this festival reflects that spirit by promoting a vibrant array of cultures, identities, and perspectives.”

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Beyond MoCo

A Maryland Lottery player from Owings Mills, MD won the first $2 million top prize on the $30 MONOPOLY X200 scratch-off, purchased at the Royal Farms store on Reisterstown Road in Garrison, MD, and plans to use the life-changing winnings for a new house. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)


MCPD

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) has announced it is conducting a death investigation in the area of 2 Research Court (Sleep Inn) in Rockville on Friday, January 17, with details still emerging.

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DMV

Metro has its second annual personalized ridership report. This year it’s called Metro Rewind! It builds off the of last year’s “Your Metro Report,” which nearly 100,000 customers used to learn about their ridership activity from 2023. It was the first report of its kind in the public transit industry.

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