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November 1, 2021 | Staff Writer

21 This Week: Draft Redistricting Plan; Guaranteed Income Pilot Program

Casey Aiken hosts the latest episode of 21 This Week. On this week’s show, Aiken and the panel discuss: The draft redistricting plan for the council districts was unveiled recently. What does it mean for representation for upcounty residents? (1:03) The county council considers a guaranteed income pilot project. (6:59) Last week the Senate Armed […]

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October 30, 2021 | Staff Writer

BREAKING: County Scheduled to Reinstate Indoor Mask Mandate Next Week

Montgomery County’s indoor mask mandate, which was lifted less than 72 hours ago, will now be reinstated at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday unless the County Council, acting as the Board of Health, votes on Tuesday to amend the regulation that dictated the decision to reinstate based on “substantial transmission.”  The County announced the decision Saturday night. […]

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October 25, 2021 | Staff Writer

21 This Week: Montgomery Council Set to Vote on Updated Land Use Plan; COVID-19 Vaccine Focus Shifts

Casey Aiken hosts the latest episode of 21 This Week. On this week’s show, Aiken and the panel discuss: Guests Mike Knapp and Mark Uncapher provide their opinion on Thrive Montgomery. COVID-19 vaccines for Montgomery County Employees and students. The election in Virginia for their next governor is drawing national attention. What does this mean […]

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October 19, 2021 | Staff Writer

County Recreation Department Hiring Year Round Employees

The Montgomery County Recreation Department (MCR) looks to fill full and part-time year-round positions. Openings are available in many areas, including aquatics, administrative and business services, community recreation facilities, senior services, youth development, sports, therapeutic recreation and more. “I started my highly satisfying career path with MCR as a seasonal staff,” said MCR Director Robin […]

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October 18, 2021 | Staff Writer

Montgomery County Sports Hall of Fame Welcomes New Inductees

The Montgomery County Sports Hall of Fame (MCSHF) added five inductees on Sunday. Richie Anderson, football (Sherwood HS) Deane Beman, golf (B-CC HS) Mike Curtis, football (Richard Montgomery HS) Charlene Thomas-Swinson, basketball (Blair HS) Greivis Vasquez, basketball (Montrose Christian HS) Anderson played fullback in the NFL for 11 seasons for the New York Jets and […]

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October 14, 2021 | Staff Writer

Police Arrest Man Connected to Carjacking, Safely Recover Dog; 2 Suspects at Large

Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) announced that they arrested and charged a man for an armed carjacking that occurred Oct. 11 in Rockville. Police identified the man as Randolph Richardson, 31, of Washington D.C. According to police, Richardson faces charges of “armed carjacking, rogue and vagabond, theft between $25,000 to $100,000, illegal use of firearm […]

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October 14, 2021 | Staff Writer

Driver Involved in Pedestrian Hit-And-Run in Rockville Turns Self In to MCPD

Montgomery County Police Department announced that a driver involved in a hit-and-run on Oct. 7 turned herself in to police on Tuesday. The hit-and-run occurred Oct. 7 at around 2 a.m., according to an MCPD statement. Police were dispatched to a parking lot in the 900 block of Rose Avenue in Rockville. Witnesses told police […]

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October 13, 2021 | Staff Writer

Studio 501c3: Chinese Culture and Community Service Center

Studio 501c3 host Kim Jones talks with Chih-Hsiang Li, the CEO and executive director of the Chinese Culture and Community Service Center (CCACC) in this episode of Studio 501c3. The center’s programs enhance the quality of life and well being for Chinese Americans and the community at large. CCACC programs primarily focus on seniors and […]

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October 12, 2021 | Staff Writer

Health Officials Offer Tips for a Safe Halloween

Montgomery County health officials are offering advice on how to decrease the risks associated with celebrating Halloween, as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. “We want children to enjoy Halloween, but we want to be sure that they are celebrating safely,” said Acting Health Officer Dr. James Bridgers in a statement. “We have to remember that for […]

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October 7, 2021 | Staff Writer

Studio 501c3: Conflict Resolution Center for Montgomery County

Studio 501c3 host Kim Jones talks with Christopher Page, the executive director of the Conflict Resolution Center of Montgomery County (CRCMC). The center’s mission is to promote and provide collaborative problem-solving processes throughout Montgomery County. CRCMC offers free mediation services to anyone who works or resides in Montgomery County. They strive to help those in […]

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