Articles by Reid Flumbaum

October 20, 2020 | Reid Flumbaum

Hogan Calls Ballot Question 1 ‘Blatant Cash and Power Grab’; Supports Question 2

Just days after early voting for the late President Ronald Reagan, Gov. Larry Hogan on Monday made his position clear on the statewide ballot questions. Question 1 on this year’s ballot proposes a change to the legislative authority over the state budget, saying: “the proposed amendment authorizes the General Assembly, in enacting a balanced budget […]

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October 16, 2020 | Reid Flumbaum

Montgomery County’s First Regional Park Turns 60

2020 marks 60 years since the Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Montgomery County, broke ground on Wheaton Regional Park, the county’s first regional park, The M-NCPPC, alongside the Montgomery County Council, officially established the park in 1960, with a grand opening in May of 1961. The park was developed from land already owned […]

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October 16, 2020 | Reid Flumbaum

Over $35,000 of Gucci Goods Stolen in Clarksburg

An investigation is underway by the 5th District Investigative Section after burglars stole over $35,000 worth of property from the Clarksburg Premium Outlets Gucci store. Montgomery County police say the burglary took place around 3 a.m. on Oct. 12. Newly released surveillance video shows three suspects breaking through the front window and stealing countless items […]

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October 16, 2020 | Reid Flumbaum

Haunted Hustle Fun Run Offers Chance to Strut Your Spooky Costume

Halloweeners rejoice! Montgomery Parks is hosting a Haunted Hustle Fun Run at Black Hill Regional Park the morning of Halloween, where you can show off your spooky (or not spooky) costumes. The event is slated to begin at 8 a.m. and run through 12 p.m., Oct. 31. Those interested in attending can run or walk […]

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October 16, 2020 | Reid Flumbaum

Cash Reward Offered for Information on Suspected Burglar

Montgomery County police from the 4th District Investigative Section released photographs of a suspected burglar Thursday, in an attempt to help identify the male suspect. On Sept. 30, police were called to JJ Multi Services on Triangle Lane in Wheaton after an employee reported a burglary. Police say surveillance video shows the suspect using force […]

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October 13, 2020 | Reid Flumbaum

Portions of Sligo Creek Parkway to Close During Tree Cleanup

Montgomery Parks is closing portions of Sligo Creek Parkway as crews begin a two week tree mitigation project, removing approximately 25 hazardous trees along the parkway. Starting Tuesday, Oct. 13, Montgomery Parks staff will close the parkway temporarily between Piney Branch Road and Wayne Ave. This portion of the parkway should re-open by 3 p.m. […]

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October 13, 2020 | Reid Flumbaum

Maryland Ranked Fourth Most Politically Active State

Maryland ranks fourth among the most politically engaged states according to a new study. With Election Day only three weeks away, WalletHub released a study Tuesday that breaks down how politically engaged all 50 states are. Scoring each state out of 100, Maryland received a total score of 71.70, just under Colorado’s score of 71.86. […]

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October 9, 2020 | Reid Flumbaum

Montgomery County Judge Candidates Take Part in Live Discussion Friday

American Africans United, with support from the Lincoln Park Historical Foundation and GapBuster Inc., is hosting a live discussion with all six Judge candidates for the Montgomery County Circuit Court. Scheduled to begin Friday Oct. 9 at 7 p.m., the discussion can be viewed on Facebook, YouTube, Periscope, Twitch, and the Afrique Today website. Viewers […]

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October 9, 2020 | Reid Flumbaum

Montgomery County Home to Five Forbes 400 Billionaires

The greater Washington D.C. area is home to many things, including politicians, sports teams, and bad traffic. It’s also home to some of the wealthiest people in the country, five of whom live in Montgomery County. Announcing the #Forbes400 2020: the richest people in America https://t.co/PYp7L4Em91 pic.twitter.com/Vvi7XitC4f — Forbes (@Forbes) September 8, 2020 The five […]

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October 7, 2020 | Reid Flumbaum

Albornoz Encourages Everyone to Vote, Confident That All Votes Will be Counted

Mail in voting has already begun for Marylanders across the state, and in Montgomery County, over 60% of residents have requested mail-in ballots. But for those worried that their vote might not be counted, Montgomery County Council Councilmember Gabe Albornoz says voters should not worry. Albornoz spoke about the importance of voting with MyMCMedia on […]

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