McDonald’s Employee Stabbed Following Worker Dispute

A McDonald’s restaurant employee stabbed a fellow worker Tuesday night at a Rockville Pike location, Rockville City Police Spokesperson Andrea Escher wrote in a statement. An ongoing dispute between the two employees led to the...

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November SBN Examines Unmanaged Cybersecurity Risk

Montgomery Community Media’s November Small Business Network examines the cybersecurity risk many businesses must face and how to address the threat of cyber attacks. The series of monthly sessions facilitated by Kelly...

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SBN en Español – Empleos para Personas con Discapacidades

El cuarto episodio de Small Business Network en Español trata el tema del empleo para personas con discapacidades. Los invitados explican las oportunidades y la importancia de emplear a personas con capacidades laborales, pero...

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October SBN: Navigating Challenging Negotiations

Montgomery Community Media’s October Small Business Network addresses the best methods to handle challenging negotiations. The series of monthly sessions facilitated by Kelly Leonard addresses topics of interest to small...

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September SBN: Socially Responsible Business Practices

Carrie Fox joins Kelly Leonard for MyMCM’s September episode of Small Business Network.  The series of monthly sessions facilitated by Kelly Leonard addresses topics of interest to small business owners in Montgomery...

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Montgomery County Makes Progress Closing Racial Gap in Vaccinations

Friday afternoon, county health officials offered free vaccinations outside of Afrikutz Barber & Beauty Shop in Silver Spring. Residents who received a free vaccine also received a free haircut. The initiative was aimed at...

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December 1, 2014 | Sonya Burke

Councilmember Craig Rice is Focused on Small Business (VIDEO)

In this MyMCMedia Extra video, newly reelected Montgomery County Councilmember Craig Rice said his focus remains on small business. Take a look: Rice made his remarks following the Inauguration Ceremony on Dec. 1 at Richard Montgomery High School. Related:

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December 1, 2014 | Staff Writer

Local Shoppers Surprised with Gift Cards for Supporting Small Businesses

The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce distributed $500 in American Express gift cards to Gaithersburg and  Germantown residents o Shop Small® Business Saturday, Nov. 29. Donned with small business pins, balloons, go shop small stickers and gift cards, GGCC Director of Events of Marketing Laura Rowles headed out and visited nine local chamber businesses. There she provided […]

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November 30, 2014 | Sonya Burke

Bethesda Restaurant Fire (PHOTO)

Montgomery County firefighters are investigating what sparked a blaze at City Lights of China restaurant on Bethesda Avenue overnight. Fire and Rescue Spokesperson Pete Piringer said there was major damage to the restaurant at 4953 Bethesda Avenue. There were no injuries, Piringer said. The investigation continues. U/D- City Lights of China, 4953 Bethesda Av, MCFRS […]

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November 28, 2014 | Krista Brick

AAA: Tips for Black Friday Safety

It is called “Christmas Creep” when the number of stores once opened in the wee hours on Friday morning, now encourage shoppers to leave the Thanksgiving table to shop. AAA Mid-Atlantic is urging shoppers to use caution when shopping this Thanksgiving weekend, especially in dark parking lots and garages.Whether it’s the thrill of holiday shopping […]

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November 27, 2014 | Krista Brick

Law Firm’s Move Helps Save Thanksgiving for Some in Silver Spring

Master chefs might be cooking up the smoked turkey and chicken expected to be served to hundreds at the Silver Spring Civic Center, but it’s lawyers who are behind the dinner. Hope Restored, Inc. has partnered with several organizations throughout Montgomery County to present a community-sponsored Thanksgiving event this year to be held at the […]

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November 24, 2014 | Aline Barros

Shop Small Campaign Begins in Silver Spring (PHOTOS & VIDEO)

With the busiest shopping time of the year around the corner, government officials are reminding residents to shop local and to shop small during the holiday season. On Nov. 24, Maria Contreras-Sweet, the administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and member of President Barack Obama’s cabinet, visited Americana Grocery Store in Silver Spring […]

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November 24, 2014 | Staff Writer

Jud Ashman Headlines Small Business Event at MCM (VIDEO)

Small business owner, Jud Ashman headlines the Small Business University event at the television studios of Montgomery Community Media on November 20. Ashman’s address focused on the importance of a mobile friendly website for small businesses. Ashman owns and operates Web Mobile Image,a full-service web design and development firm based in Gaithersburg. Web Mobile Image […]

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November 24, 2014 | Sonya Burke

County Delegation Visits India (VIDEO)

Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett is leading a economic development delegation on a ten day trip to India this month.   Related:

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November 23, 2014 | Sonya Burke

Shop Small Campaign Launches in Silver Spring on Monday

The Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Maria Contreras-Sweet, is encouraging Americans across the country to shop small on November 29th as part of Small Business Saturday, a day that is dedicated to supporting the small businesses that anchor local communities and strengthen the economy. As a member of President Barack Obama’s Cabinet, […]

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November 21, 2014 | Sonya Burke

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Montgomery County Announces New Life Sciences Impact Grant Program (VIDEO)

The Montgomery County Department of Economic Development (MCDED) has launched a new program aimed at strengthening the Life Sciences industry within the county. According to a news release, grants of $5,000 to $25,000 will be available to companies to assist in the advancement of business development and product development initiatives. An information session for potential […]

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