Five Things to Know Today, June 18, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, June 18th, in Montgomery County:

1. Economic Reorganization: The Montgomery County Council’s Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee is scheduled to discuss County Executive Isiah Leggett’s economic development reorganization plan today.

2. Small Business University: Today’s featured speaker is Cari Shane, /’sas∙s’ē/ agency principal and her topic is “Social Media is Not a Marketing Strategy.” Watch it live here this morning.

3. Bear Sighting:  Neighbors in Damascus caught a glimpse of a black bear Wednesday. Did you see the picture?

4. Gazette Goodbye: The Gazette published its final edition here in Montgomery County yesterday. Did you hear what people were saying about it?

5. Renters Protections: The Montgomery County Council is considering a renters protection bill. It’s before the Housing Committee and Sen. Jaime Raskin and other leaders are expected to testify today.

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About Krista Brick

Krista Brick is a multi-media journalist with Montgomery Community Media.

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