It’s Wednesday, Aug. 28, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here.
1. Code Orange: The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) forecast today’s air quality to be in the Code Orange range. The air is unhealthy for sensitive groups to breathe.
2. Relief Fund: As of Tuesday morning, more than $9,400 has been raised to help families impacted by a fire at a Clarksburg apartment building. The relief fund will close by next Wednesday, Sept. 4, and those who want to contribute can donate here. 100% of donations will go to affected residents.
More Than $9,400 Raised for Families Impacted by Clarksburg Apartments Fire
3. Metro Stations Reopening Soon: This Sunday, four Metro Red Line stations that have been closed for nearly three months will reopen. The Silver Spring, Forest Glen, Wheaton, and Glenmont stations will reopen after being closed since June 1 for construction of a Purple Line mezzanine and other work.
4. Food Resources: See food giveaway events today in the county.
5. ICYMI: The new MCPS academic year started this week. At Albert Einstein High School, the marching band, student dancers and poms kicked off the year outside the school.
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