car free day

September 20, 2021 | Collin Riviello

What is Car Free Day?

On Wednesday, Sept. 22, the DMV area will be celebrating Car Free Day in an effort to promote greener modes of transportation and raise awareness about the impact of greenhouse gasses on the environment. This international event encourages people to consider walking, biking or using carpools to get around town for one day. Over 2,000 […]

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September 17, 2021 | Margaret Attridge

Montgomery County Celebrates Car Free Day with Prizes, Gift Cards

On Wednesday, September 22, Montgomery County residents and those who work in the Washington D.C. area have a chance to win prizes ranging from free t-shirts and gift cards to a monthly SmarTrip card and Samsung Galaxy Tablet for commuting to work car-free. Worldwise Car Free day focuses on decreasing traffic congestion and carbon emissions […]

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September 22, 2020 | Deirdre Byrne

Five Things to Know Today, Sept. 22, in Montgomery County

It’s Tuesday, Sept. 22 a frost advisory is in effect until 9 a.m. In the meantime, the 2020 General Election is 42 days away. Have you checked to make sure you’re registered to vote? 1. Council in Session: Montgomery County Council meets virtually at 9:45 a.m. Here’s a look at the meeting’s agenda. 2. School […]

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September 22, 2017 | Mitti Hicks

Five Things to Know for Sept. 22 in Montgomery County

Here’s your daily rundown of what’s happening today, Sept. 22, in Montgomery County, Maryland: 1. First Day of Fall: The season starts at 4:02 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. Fall begins tomorrow! In the Northern Hemisphere, the fall equinox marks the first day of fall (autumn) in what we call astronomical seasons pic.twitter.com/cB3u1L8tgV — […]

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September 8, 2017 | Staff Writer

County Report This Week (VIDEO)

Anqoinette Crosby hosts the latest episode of County Report This Week, which begins with school news. County schools began the new school year on Sept. 5 with record enrollment. There are also reports on mass shooter training for Montgomery College students and faculty, improvements to Stringtown Road in Clarksburg, and more. Watch the show in […]

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September 22, 2016 | Maureen Chowdhury

Five Things to Know Today, Sept. 22, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, Sept. 22nd, in Montgomery County: 1.It’s World Car Free Day! Montgomery County Commuter Services staff will be at a number of locations to greet you with free giveaways and a chance to register to win cool prizes. 2. A Montgomery County Circuit Court Judge has ruled that term […]

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September 19, 2016 | Staff Writer

Car Free Day is Set for Sept. 22 (VIDEO)

Are you ready to take the pledge? Car Free Day is set for Thursday, Sept. 22nd. Find out more about Car Free Day, here. Visit our PEG partner County Cable Montgomery to view more of its local programming.

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September 22, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, Sept. 22, in Montgomery County

Here are your five things to know today, Sept. 22, in Montgomery County: 1. Pope Francis arrives in the United States today and a MyMCMedia videographer will be at Andrews Air Force Base when the Pope arrives this afternoon. Follow @MyMCMedia on Twitter for the latest Montgomery County information and reaction about the Pope’s historic visit. […]

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September 21, 2015 | Sonya Burke

Car Free Day is Set for Sept. 22 (VIDEO)

Are you ready to take the pledge? Car Free Day is set for Tuesday, Sept. 22nd. Find out more about Car Free Day, here. Visit our PEG partner County Cable Montgomery to view more of its local programming.

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September 22, 2014 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, Sept. 22, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, Sept. 22, in Montgomery County: 1. It’s Car Free Day! 2. Montgomery County Council President Craig Rice will hold his weekly briefing with the media this morning and he is hosting a community meeting for residents in Montgomery Village tonight. 3. County Executive Isiah Leggett and other local […]

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