2 Joann Fabrics Stores Closing in Montgomery County
Two Joann fabric and craft stores in Montgomery County are among the roughly 500 in the U.S. slated to be permanently closed. Marylanders who look to Joann Fabrics for their… Read More
February 2025
2 Men Fined for Dumping Pollutants Into Ashton Pond
Two people were convicted of disposing pollutants into a pond in Ashton. Jaime A. Beza, 33, of Berwyn Heights, and Robert H. Dupey, 51, of Randallstown, pleaded guilty to violating… Read More
Elrich Supportive of Newly-Passed Plastic Bag Ban
County Executive Marc Elrich said he supports the carryout plastic bag ban that was approved by the county council this week. “I’m looking forward to getting rid of them,” Elrich… Read More
Leggett is Proud, Thankful for Building Renaming Honor
Later this month, the Executive Office Building in Rockville will be renamed after former County Executive Isiah “Ike” Leggett. MCM asked Leggett what the recognition means to him. “I do… Read More
Adventure Theatre, Imagination Stage Garner Multiple Nominations for Helen Hayes Awards
Nominations for the prestigious Helen Hayes Awards for theater productions in the Washington, DC, region in the 2024 calendar year were announced this week. Recognizing work from 165 eligible productions,… Read More
Proyecto de Ley Amplia Elegibilidad de Propietarios de Viviendas a Obtener Créditos Fiscales
El Comité de Operaciones Gubernamentales del Concejo del Condado de Montgomery presentó el martes un proyecto de ley destinado a ampliar la elegibilidad para el Crédito Fiscal a la Propiedad.… Read More
Sale Price for Bethesda Mansion: $18.75 Million
Software entrepreneur Mark Schaszberger and his wife, Trami Tran, have listed their Bethesda mansion for $18.75 million. According to Washington Business Journal, this is by far the largest single-family home… Read More
Silver Spring-Based NOAA Under Siege by DOGE
As the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) sets its sights on governmental infrastructure, an agency based in the county seems to be in its crosshairs. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric… Read More
Labor Department Gearing Up to Support Federal Workers Facing Layoffs
Maryland has not yet seen a surge in unemployment insurance applications as federal government employees face layoffs under the new Presidential administration, but the state is preparing to make sure… Read More
What’s Open and Closed on Presidents Day
Montgomery County government offices and services will operate on modified schedules for Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 17. County and State Services: County offices: Closed. MC 311: Closed. State offices… Read More
Feb. 14–16 Weekend Roundup of Things To Do in Montgomery County
Discover a weekend of entertainment, learning, and community spirit in Montgomery County, Feb. 14–16. Friday, Feb. 14 Art Exhibit: Divine Mother Germantown Experience Divine Mother, an exhibit by Guyanese-African American… Read More
Policía Busca Sospechoso de Robo Residencial en Silver Spring
La policía del condado de Montgomery (MCPD) solicita la ayuda del público para identificar al sospechoso del robo en una residencia en Silver Spring. Según el comunicado de la policía,… Read More