Montgomery Community Media

Here are five things you need to know for Friday, Aug. 3, in Montgomery County: 1. Weather Alert: Montgomery County remains under a Flash Flood Watch through Saturday morning and more rain is in the forecast for Friday. 2. Kentlands Graffiti Update: The gang responsible for the graffiti found on a fence in Kentlands is […]

Here are some picks for arts and entertainment this weekend: Art: Artists and Makers Studios in Rockville present new exhibits. The opening reception, scheduled for August 4 at 6 p.m.,  includes open studios, demonstrations, wine and light refreshments. Strathmore Mansion’s two exhibits, Colored Pencil Society of America and Blush, are on display from now through August […]

Here are five things to know today, Aug. 3, in Montgomery County: 1. Minimum Wage: County Executive Ike Leggett described a new report about the impacts of a $15 an hour minimum wage as “sobering.” The County Council is scheduled to discuss the report on Sept. 19. 2. On the Campaign Trail: David Trone, the founder […]

Music is in the air every Thursday evening at Glen Echo Park from now through September 7th. This annual summer concert series features a different group each week and takes place at 7:30 p.m. in the Bumper Car Pavilion. The Bumper Car Pavilion is a covered, open-air pavilion. Concerts are held rain or shine. Bench […]

Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett today, joined by Police Chief Tom Manger and Geoffrey Alpert, released a report on taser use by the county police department. The multi-month study, commissioned by the study,  included a review of taser use in the past two years, departmental policies, and training provided to police officers. The report summary […]

Here are five things you should know today, Aug. 3. in Montgomery County: 1. Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett will receive the findings of an independent report he commissioned in March that examines the Montgomery County Police use of tasers today. 2. Open registration for fall recreation programs begins in the city of Gaithersburg begin today. […]

UPDATED Over a dozen dog owners attended a Gaithersburg City Council meeting on Monday night to let local leaders know they were upset about a change in the usage policy at the dog exercise area of Green Park. City residents and residents who live just outside the city limits took turns testifying during the public comment […]

Here are some of our weekend picks from the MyMCMedia.org calendar: Friday, August 1 Friday Night Live outdoor concerts continue with the Shack Band performing Rock ‘n’ Roll from 6:30 to 9 p.m.in Rockville Town Square Downtown Live presents Ruben Montoya performing blues from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the Fountain Plaza Stage in Silver […]