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Local Dungeons & Dragons group wins awards at Gen Con
A local Dungeons & Dragons group, the Legends of Avantris, won several ENNIE awards last weekend at the 23rd annual gamers convention, Game Con. The annual awards are fan-based honors… Read More
Back to school season starts, regional fairs open
As one chapter closes, another one opens. Back to school season is in full swing as Montgomery County Public Schools hosts its annual Back to School Fairs on August 22.… Read More
Police connect with families at National Night Out in downtown Silver Spring
Ellsworth Drive in downtown Silver Spring was just one of dozens of places in Montgomery County that took part in National Night Out, the annual nationwide event when local police… Read More
Chevy Chase amputee stands tall through tennis
Tennis has always been a huge part of Chevy Chase resident Kemit-Amon Lewis’ life—until it was nearly taken away. In 2019, while working as a marine scientist in his native St.… Read More
Paper bag law proves successful
Sustainability is on the rise in Montgomery County as the “Bring Your Own Bag” law is in full compliance. Passed unanimously by the County Council in February of 2025, the… Read More
Justice Department sues county over new gun laws
The Justice Department is suing Montgomery County over its new gun law due to its alleged violation of the Second Amendment. New County Law County Executive Marc Elrich signed Bill… Read More
Juvenile driver in Germantown crash kills father of 5
A van driven by a 13-year-old struck and killed the driver of another car in Germantown on Tuesday. At around 5:25 a.m., county police officers and fire rescue services were… Read More
County Little League team wins state championship; heads to regionals
The county Little League 9 to 11 All-Star team will play in the regional tournament after battling back from an early loss to win the Maryland state championship. The team… Read More
5 things to know today, Aug. 5, in Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, Aug. 5, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Weather: Rain showers are likely, with thunderstorms possible after 2… Read More
Minnie’s Island reopens after health advisory lifted, Conservancy welcomes decision
After more than six months of closure, Minnie’s Island is reopening following Montgomery County’s decision to lift the remaining health advisory for shoreline areas affected by January’s Potomac Interceptor collapse… Read More
County’s anti-trafficking campaign wins recognition, but not everyone agrees it’s enough
Montgomery County’s Look Before You Book campaign recently won a NACo award and a Silver Telly Award for its public education commercials. Six months after launch, the recognition offers a… Read More
Need school vaccines? County offers free clinics
Montgomery County offers free vaccination clinics for students through Friday, Sept. 25, to help families meet Maryland’s school immunization requirements. Maryland schools must keep proof of required vaccines on file… Read More