It’s Tuesday, Feb. 4, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here.
1. Black History Month in the Parks: Join Montgomery Parks in celebrating Black History Month with special events, educational programs, and volunteer opportunities. Explore local history and honor the contributions of Black leaders through interactive activities and guided experiences.
2. Council Meeting: The county council will meet today starting at 10:15 a.m. The agenda includes a commemoration celebrating Black History Month at 11:30 a.m. The meeting will be livestreamed on YouTube @MoCoCouncilMD.
3. History of School Segregation: At 2 p.m., Montgomery History will host a virtual talk about school segregation in Montgomery County. Historian Ralph Buglass will discuss the county’s history of racial disparities in education. The free event will be held on Zoom. Registration is required.
Webinar Explores History of School Segregation in Montgomery County
4. ‘Commanders’ Name is Here to Stay: During a press conference Monday at the team’s headquarters in Ashburn, Va, Commanders team owner Josh Harris confirmed that the franchise would keep their current nickname. There had been speculation – and hope in some circles – that the team might change their name again due to unpopularity by some of the fans.
5. ICYMI: Last week, the Izaak Walton League hosted an event in Gaithersburg about the negative effects of road salt on the environment, including on local waterways. The event included a water quality demonstration that tested a sample from Muddy Branch stream.
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