Articles by Sonya Burke

October 14, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, Oct. 14, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, Oct. 14, in Montgomery County: 1.  School News: MCPS Superintendent Jack Smith has released his recommendations to address school boundaries, capacity and facility issues in the district.   2. Vote 2016: The Montgomery County Board of Elections (BOE) will be registering voters and signing up election judges from 2 p.m.- 6 […]

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October 13, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Van Hollen: ‘I think Donald Trump would be a danger to the country” (VIDEO)

In an interview this week, Congressman Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat who is running for U.S. Senate, talked about the stakes in the upcoming Presidential General Election and he shared his thoughts about Donald Trump, the Republican candidate for President. “I think Donald Trump would be a danger to the country,” Van Hollen said. Watch […]

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October 13, 2016 | Sonya Burke

NWS Issues Dense Fog Advisory for Montgomery County (PHOTOS)

The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory for Montgomery County until 9 a.m. today. According to the advisory, visibility is less than one quarter of a mile in some areas. If driving, use your headlights, slow down and leave plenty of distance ahead of you. Dense fog across the DC/Baltimore metro areas […]

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October 13, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, Oct. 13, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, Oct. 13, in Montgomery County: 1. Coffee with a Cop: Join Gaithersburg and Montgomery County police officers at Java Junction from 7 a.m. – 9 a.m. for coffee with a cop. 2. A Cleaner River: Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett is scheduled to join Prince George’s County Executive Rushern […]

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October 13, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Heroin: “The Quiet Epidemic” in Montgomery County (VIDEO)

County Cable Montgomery has produced a 30-minute video report about the heroin epidemic in Montgomery County. You can watch the show in its entirety, below:

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October 12, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at Montgomery Knolls Elementary (VIDEO)

Students, staff and parents at Montgomery Knolls and Pinecrest elementary schools in Silver Spring recently celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month. The celebration featured a book fair, dance performances, fashions and food demonstrations. Find out more in this report from MCPS-TV, below:

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October 12, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Wootton High School Student Angela Wu Wins Councilmember for a Day Challenge (VIDEO)

Montgomery County Councilmember Craig Rice has selected Angela Wu as the winner of his “Councilmember for a Day” challenge. Wu, a Wootton High School student, will shadow Rice this fall to learn what it’s like to be a Councilmember. Find out more in this video report, below: Read Wu’s winning essay, here.    

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October 12, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Congressional Candidate Amie Hoeber on Her Support for Donald Trump (VIDEO)

Congressional candidate Amie Hoeber, a Republican, is supporting Donald Trump for President. In this MyMCMedia Extra video, below, Hoeber explains why she supports Trump. Hoeber is running against incumbent John Delaney, a Democrat, and Libertarian David Howser and Green Party candidate George Gluck in the Nov. 8th election.

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October 12, 2016 | Sonya Burke

“Paint the Town” Mural Dedication Set for Oct. 13 in Bethesda

The Bethesda community is planning to honor mural artist Juan Pineda at a dedication ceremony for his “Paint the Town” mural at Bethesda Metro Center. The ceremony is planned for 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 13. “We are thrilled that our second ‘Paint the Town’ mural has been completed,” said Cathy Bernard, president of the Bethesda […]

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October 12, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Congressman Chris Van Hollen on Donald Trump Tape and the Presidential Debate (VIDEO)

Congressman Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat, said that after watching the most recent presidential debate,there is no doubt in his mind that Donald Trump is unfit to be President of the United States. “I think Donald Trump did not do himself any favors,” said Van Hollen, “He may have solidified his support with his base but his […]

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