isiah leggett

September 19, 2018 | Staff Writer

The Leggett Legacy Part III: Changing Hearts and Minds

Isiah Leggett, Montgomery County’s first African American executive initially did not want to run for political office. As Leggett prepares to leave the office of County Executive after three terms, MCM’s Doug Tallman talked with Leggett about what changed his mind. Watch all four parts of The Leggett Legacy on MyMCMedia.org.          

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September 18, 2018 | Staff Writer

The Leggett Legacy Part II: Gratitude and Determination

Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett became emotional as he discussed the scholarships that allowed him to go to college. As Leggett, the county’s first African-American executive prepares to leave office, MCM’s Doug Tallman talked with Leggett about his journey from poverty in rural Louisiana to become the leader of Maryland’s largest and most diverse county. […]

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September 17, 2018 | Staff Writer

The Leggett Legacy Part I: A Remarkable American Life Story

Isiah Leggett, Montgomery County’s first African American executive rose from poverty in rural Louisiana to lead Maryland’s largest and most diverse county. As Leggett prepares to leave the office of County Executive, MCM’s Doug Tallman talked with Leggett about what it took to win the office and hold it for three terms. Watch all four […]

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September 12, 2018 | Staff Writer

Preview of The Leggett Legacy: A Conversation With Montgomery Community Media

Isiah Leggett: How Far He’s Come Isiah “Ike” Leggett is the first African American to serve as County Executive in Montgomery County. He announced late in 2016 that he would not seek re-election. With his third term drawing to an end, MyMCMedia’s Doug Tallman recently interviewed Leggett about his life and career. Leggett speaks with MCM’s […]

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September 9, 2018 | Michelle Queen

Meet County Executive Leggett Online on Thursday, Sept. 13

Submit Questions Online for County Executive Ike Leggett Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett is hosting a “virtual” town hall meeting from 1 – 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13. Residents are invited to submit questions directly to Leggett before and during the chat online at Live Discussion with Ike Leggett. Questions and answers will be posted on […]

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July 12, 2018 | Mitti Hicks

Meet County Executive Leggett Online on Thursday, July 19 Submit Questions Online

Submit Questions Online for County Executive Ike Leggett Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett is hosting a “virtual” town hall meeting from 1 – 2 p.m. Thursday, July 19. Residents are invited to submit questions directly to Leggett before and during the chat online at Live Discussion with Ike Leggett. Questions and answers will be posted on […]

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June 7, 2018 | Michelle Queen

Meet County Executive Leggett Online on Thursday, June 14 Submit Questions Online

Submit Questions Online for County Executive Ike Leggett Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett is hosting a “virtual” town hall meeting from 1 – 2 p.m. Thursday, June 14. Residents are invited to submit questions directly to Leggett before and during the chat online at Live Discussion with Ike Leggett. Questions and answers will be posted on […]

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May 9, 2018 | Michelle Queen

Meet County Executive Leggett Online on Thursday, May 10 Submit Questions Online

Submit Questions Online for County Executive Ike Leggett Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett is hosting a “virtual” town hall meeting from 1 – 2 p.m. Thursday, May 10. Residents are invited to submit questions directly to Leggett before and during the chat online at Live Discussion with Ike Leggett. Questions and answers will be posted on […]

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April 13, 2018 | Staff Writer

County Report this Week

Lorna Virgili hosts the latest episode of County Report This Week with news and information for Montgomery County. On this episode, find reports on: The Charles W. Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center opens its headquarters in Wheaton; County Council proposes legislation to fast track development approvals; Executive Ike Leggett launches the “Stay Alert, Stay Alive” campaign; Ride […]

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April 6, 2018 | Staff Writer

County Report this Week

Anqoinette Crosby hosts the latest episode of County Report This Week with news and information for Montgomery County. On this episode, find reports on: White Oak Library celebrates its grand re-opening; The expansion of Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services could mean faster service for residents; The County is offering free training to administer Naloxone to […]

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