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February 23, 2016 | Jeff Getek

Scorecard Collection Tells the Story of Glenn Greenwood’s Passion for Golf

There are 34,011 golf courses in the world, according to a report released in 2015 by the National Golf Foundation. Upon visiting Glenn Greenwood’s apartment home, it is fair to ask if he has seen them all. With his wife Amy, Mr. Greenwood lives at Riderwood retirement community in Silver Spring. In their den is […]

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February 23, 2016 | Juanita Farmer, CPA

Three Most Common Budgeting Errors

When it comes to creating a budget, it’s essential to estimate your spending as realistically as possible. Here are three budget-related errors commonly made by small businesses and some tips for avoiding them. Not Setting Goals. It’s almost impossible to set spending priorities without clear goals for the coming year. It’s important to identify, in […]

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February 23, 2016 | Mary Ruth McGinn

Pitch Perfect (VIDEO)

To sell an idea, promote a product or further a mission, one must craft the perfect sales pitch. Getting someone to purchase something he really does not need or want, takes persuasion, persistence and probable cause. Our company mugs are lovely, but who needs another mug? It’s what the mug represents, the purpose for funding […]

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February 22, 2016 | Maureen Chowdhury

Artist Spotlight: OK Go (VIDEOS)

I’ve been a fan of OK Go for quite some time, ever since their iconic music video “Here It Goes.” The alternative rock band, whose lead singer is actually from Washington, D.C., is known pushing the limits with their creative and out-of-the-box music videos. Their latest is no exception. In the video for their song […]

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February 22, 2016 | Laura Rowles

GGCC Conducts Ribbon Cutting for Nalley Fresh

The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce (GGCC) supported Nalley Fresh and celebrated their grand opening by conducting a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for them on Friday, February 19, 2016. Nalley Fresh is located at 261 Kentlands Boulevard in Gaithersburg. Those that attended the ceremony were treated to a personalized Nalley Fresh bowl, wrap or salad and each […]

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February 18, 2016 | Phil Fabrizio

Quince Orchard Over Clarksburg, 63-61 in Double Overtime (PHOTOS)

In high school hoops on Wednesday night, the Quince Orchard Cougars outscored the Clarksburg Coyotes, 63-61. The game was hard fought went into double overtime. Photos by Phil Fabrizio Fierstein seals it with a layup with 1 second left. 63-61 QO in 2bl OT @mymcmedia @allmetsports pic.twitter.com/HAeiiiu8Ge — Phil Fabrizio (@Photoloaf) February 18, 2016 Kelly […]

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February 17, 2016 | Willie James Inman

Montgomery County Food Council to Host Meeting on Eating Local

The Montgomery County Food Council will host a meeting in Silver Spring to encourage Montgomery County residents to eat locally. The event will take place on Wednesday, February 24 at Denizens Brewing Company which is located on 1115 East-West Highway. Business owners and representatives from the Montgomery County Food Council will discuss the positive impact […]

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February 16, 2016 | Juanita Farmer, CPA

Roth IRA’s: The Basics

A Roth IRA is an individual retirement plan that with certain exceptions, is similar to a traditional IRA and subject to the rules that apply to a traditional IRA. For example, to be considered a Roth IRA, the account or annuity must be designated as a Roth IRA when it is opened. A deemed IRA […]

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February 15, 2016 | Maureen Chowdhury

Grammy Awards 2016 Predictions (VIDEOS)

It’s a big night for musicians tonight, the Grammy Awards. This year the list of nominees are diverse, especially in the three big categories; Record of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year. Below are the nominees in the three categories and the Sound Check blog predictions on which artist will take […]

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February 12, 2016 | Christen Milstead

Ingleside at King Farm Celebrates First Graduates of CNA Training Program for High School Students

Rockville Mayor Bridget Newton joined Gaithersburg High School Principal Christine Handy, Montgomery College Nursing Instructor Linda Hall, and program founder Dr. William Leahy, along with Ingleside at King Farm staff and residents, to celebrate and honor the graduates of the inaugural class of a 15-week career-launching training program that prepared 15 local high school students […]

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