Reaction to Governor Moore’s Budget Proposal
Maryland Governor Wes Moore released his fiscal 2026 budget Wednesday. The $67.3 billion proposal will cut spending, raise some taxes while lowering others, and attempt to close a projected $3… Read More
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Planificadores Aprueban el Borrador del Plan del Corredor de University Boulevard
La Junta de Planificación del Condado de Montgomery aprobó un borrador de trabajo de un plan para rezonificar y mejorar la seguridad a lo largo de un tramo de 3,5… Read More
Gov. Moore Orders Maryland Flag to Half Staff in Honor of Firefighter Higgins
Governor Wes Moore has directed that the Maryland flag be lowered to half-staff immediately. This honors Master Firefighter Christopher Higgins of the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service. Higgins tragically… Read More
Evite Estafas si va a Donar a las Víctimas de los Incendios en California
Los incendios forestales de California han devastado comunidades y han dejado a miles de personas con una necesidad urgente de ayuda. A medida que aumenta la generosidad, la Oficina de… Read More
Planners Approve Working Draft of University Boulevard Corridor Plan
The Montgomery County Planning Board approved a working draft of a plan to rezone and improve safety along a 3.5-mile stretch of University Boulevard between Wheaton and the Capital Beltway.… Read More
Tips for California Wildfire Relief Donors on How to Avoid Scammers
The California wildfires have devastated communities, leaving thousands in urgent need of assistance. As generosity surges, the Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) urges donors to ensure their contributions… Read More
Elrich Shares Proposed Capital Budget
County Executive Marc Elrich shared his proposed fiscal year 2026 capital budget and Capital Improvements Program (CIP) amendments. He has sent his proposal to the county council, Elrich said during… Read More
Councilmember Mink Helps Seniors Apply for Student Debt Relief
Tonya J. has been a lawyer and a White House appointee. She also is close to a half a million dollars in student loan debt. “Most of that, 2/3 of… Read More
‘TERRIFIC’ Rockville Students Can Earn Free Bike
Rockville’s TERRIFIC students in first through fifth grade can earn a free bicycle by performing good deeds. To show they are TERRIFIC – Trustworthy, Earnest, Respectful, Responsible, Involved, Fair, Industrious… Read More
U.S. Rep. Delaney Appointed to 2 Committees
U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney, who was recently sworn in to represent Maryland District 6, will sit on the Agriculture and Science, Space and Technology committees in the new Congress.… Read More
‘All Stick and No Carrot’: Residents Testify on Proposed Plastic Bag Ban
Support and opposition were shared Tuesday on a proposed plastic bag ban. The county council bill would prohibit retail establishments from giving out plastic carryout bags, with some exceptions. The… Read More
What’s Open and Closed in Montgomery County for MLK Day
Montgomery County government offices will close on Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Schedule changes: County offices—Closed. MC 311—Closed. State offices and courts—Closed. State Motor… Read More