What’s Open, What’s Closed on Veterans Day in Montgomery County

Montgomery County government has posted the following holiday schedule for Thursday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day: County offices – Closed. Public Libraries – Closed. County-operated COVID-19 vaccination and testing...

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Maryland Ranked Seventh Most Diverse State in U.S.

A new study that looks at diversity in states across the country ranks Maryland seventh for the fourth straight year. The finance website, WalletHub.com, ranks Texas (#2), Hawaii (#3), New Jersey (#4), New York (#5), New Mexico...

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Leaders Remember and Honor 11 County Residents Who Died 20 Years Ago on 9/11

20 years ago, 11 county residents died in the 9/11 terrorist attack on the Pentagon.  The Montgomery County community gathered Friday morning to remember those residents and the nearly 3,000 others who died.  11 benches around...

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A 9/11 Family Member Tells His Story of Survival

Eleven Montgomery County residents lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. All of them perished when American Airlines #77 hit the Pentagon. Michele Heidenberger was on board working as a senior flight...

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What’s Open and What’s Not in Montgomery County on Labor Day

Montgomery County Montgomery County government has posted the following holiday schedule for the Labor Day holiday,  Monday, September 6: County Offices – closed. Libraries – closed on September 1 and 2. County-operated...

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MCPS Large Scale Events, Like Back to School Night, Will Be Held Virtually

Montgomery County Public Schools Interim Superintendent Monifa McKnight announced on Tuesday that schools will hold many large scale indoor events virtually this fall as an attempt to curve the spread of the coronavirus. She said...

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October 8, 2021 | Michelle Queen

5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 8, In Montgomery County

Today is Friday, Oct. 8 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Rockville Bike Drive:  The county transportation department is holding a bike donation event Friday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside the Council Office Building parking garage at the corner of East Jefferson Street and Monroe Street. 2. MyMCMedia’s […]

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October 7, 2021 | Suzanne Pollak

Forbes: Five of America’s Richest Live in Montgomery County

Five billionaires who call Montgomery County home made The Forbes 2021 list of the 400 wealthiest Americans, although the richest county resident only clocked in at 117. Mitchell Rales, 65, was ranked 117 with a net worth of $7.6 billion. The businessman cofounded Danaher Corporation and is chairman of its executive committee. The Potomac resident […]

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October 7, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

Octubre: Mes de la Concientización sobre Violencia Doméstica

Octubre es el mes nacional de concientización sobre violencia doméstica, y se estima que más de trece mil personas en Estados Unidos denunciaron haber sido acosadas, en sólo un año, según una encuesta nacional de violencia sexual y de pareja. MyMCM conversó con la Dra. Claudia Campos sobre las señales que identifican una situación de […]

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October 7, 2021 | Jordan Lindsay

5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 7, In Montgomery County

Today is Thursday, Oct. 7 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1.Foster Animals: The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center says they are currently most in need of fosters for large, adult dogs. Officials say there are also other animals in need. Click here to learn more about the animal […]

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October 6, 2021 | Staff Writer

BlackRock Center for the Arts Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

For the second year, BlackRock Center for the Arts is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. The celebration starts with a concert by Jonathan Acosta Friday at 8 p.m. and is followed Saturday with a day of festivities celebrating Hispanic heritage from noon to 10 p.m. Activities Saturday include a street market, local artists, Latino-owned businesses, music, […]

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October 6, 2021 | Maryam Shahzad

5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 6, In Montgomery County

Today is Wednesday, Oct. 6 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Walk to School Day: International Walk to School Day is the first Wednesday of October and aims to promote safer routes for students to walk and bike to school, according to a release from Montgomery County. 🆕 @MCDOTNow will […]

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October 5, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

UpCounty Hub y el Centro para las Artes BlackRock Celebran el Mes de la Herencia Hispana

Por segundo año, el emblemático centro para las artes BlackRock celebra el Mes de la Herencia Hispana. El Upcounty Hub ubicado, de forma ahora permanente, en las instalaciones del Centro para las Artes BlackRock ofrece a la comunidad hispana una forma gratuita y segura de disfrutar de un día lleno de diversión, festividades y celebración […]

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October 5, 2021 | Andrea Sarralde

Nueva Serie de PBS Kids se Centra en la Historia de una Niña Puertorriqueña

El 4 de octubre se estrenó la serie Alma’s Way creada por Sonia Manzano, quien protagonizó el personaje de “María” en el programa Sesame Street, uno de los primeros personajes latinos en la televisión a nivel nacional en los Estados Unidos, según un comunicado de prensa de PBS Kids. “Inspirado por la propia juventud de […]

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October 5, 2021 | Deirdre Byrne

5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 5, In Montgomery County

It is October 5 and it is World Teachers Day. Make sure to show extra appreciation for the Montgomery Count educators. In the meantime, here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Council in Session: Montgomery County Council meets virtually at 9 a.m. The council will issue proclamations recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month and […]

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October 4, 2021 | Michelle Queen

5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 4, In Montgomery County

Today is Monday, Oct. 4, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Council Media Briefing: Council President Tom Hucker and Vice President Gabe Albornoz will hold a media briefing today at 10 a.m. to discuss the ride on bus system,  the fare equity study and other council business. Public Health Emergency […]

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