Montgomery Community Media

Combine out-of-work artists due to the pandemic, a love of storytelling and a desire to help isolated senior citizens and the result is Story Tapestries of Germantown and the Maryland Department of Aging’s latest venture. Earlier this month, almost 4,000 art kits for seniors filled with extra-large pencils that are easy to grip, lots of […]

Today is Thursday, Jan. 28 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Vaccine Information: Montgomery County is currently in Priority Group 1B of the COVID-19 vaccination process. Click here to learn more about preregistration and other Priority Groups. If you are in Priority Groups 1A, 1B and 1C, you may preregister for […]

Today is Wednesday, Jan. 27 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Weekly COVID-19 Media Briefing: County Executive Marc Elrich, County Health Officer Dr. Travis Gayles and Emergency Management Director Dr. Earl Stoddard will hold their weekly media briefing at 12:30 p.m. You can watch live on MCM channels 21 and […]

Today is Tuesday, Jan. 26 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Winter Weather Advisory:  Montgomery County is under a winter weather advisory this morning until 10 a.m. Remember to drive safely if you’re commuting. 2. Council in Session:  The Montgomery County Council meets virtually at 9:30 a.m. Here’s a look […]

Today is Friday, Jan. 22 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. COVID-19 Vaccine Survey: Montgomery County would like your feedback during a continuous effort to provide residents with the most useful information and resources during the COVID-19 pandemic while developing a plan for vaccine outreach and distribution. The survey is completely […]

Today is Thursday, Jan. 21 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Powerball Winner:  The winning $731.1 million Powerball ticket was sold in Maryland. This is the fifth-largest in Powerball history. 2. Planning Board Meets:  The Planning Board meets today starting a 9 a.m. The agenda includes a work session for […]

A Germantown man’s pyramid memorial to those who died from coronavirus started as a memorial to his brother, who passed away five years ago from lung cancer. Then he created a memorial to COVID-19 victims at Black Hill Regional Park in Boyds. But it may have to come down now as he never requested a […]

Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) announce free Wi-Fi service is available at 10 library branches throughout the county. The free service is available 24 hours a day in parking lots adjacent to the library buildings. Additional coverage is provided in the grass area behind the Davis branch, in the park from the library to the […]

Today is Friday, Jan. 7 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1.COVID-19 Vaccine Info: The Montgomery County website just launched a link where residents can sign up to receive vaccine updates. Click here for more information. Good morning Montgomery County! ☀For the latest information about the #COVID19 vaccine, visit the County's website.💉 […]

Today is Thursday, Jan. 7 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Metro Rail and Bus Service:  After closing early Wednesday due to the chaos at the Capitol Monday, Metro will operate regular, weekday service today. Tomorrow, January 7, Metro will operate regular, weekday rail & bus service. 🚇 hours: 5a-11p; […]