Montgomery Community Media

Residents of the state of Maryland, including Montgomery County, as well as business owners, who were affected by disasters caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida on Aug. 31 through Sept. 4, can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). “Montgomery County encountered deadly consequences last month following rain and […]

Metro rail service will be open until midnight every day starting July 18, Metro announced Thursday. Train hours will be as follows: Monday through Friday: 5 a.m.-midnight Saturday: 7 a.m.-midnight Sunday: 8 a.m.-midnight Metro’s Board of Directors on June 10 agreed to extend rail and bus hours, among other changes. In September, trains will start […]

Montgomery County’s Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will adjust Ride On bus schedules on Sunday, July 18 to “increase overall service and improve efficiency” as the county continues to reopen following the coronavirus pandemic. Ride On planners monitored ridership data and on-time performance feedback in order to identify routes that would be more efficient with schedule […]

“Savor Bethesda” Restaurant Week takes place from now through Sunday, July 18. Participating downtown Bethesda restaurants will offer specials and deals for $10, $20 or $35. All menu items are available for dine in and take-out. Take-out customers may also enjoy their meals at the Bethesda Streetery with locations on Norfolk, Cordell and Woodmont Avenues. […]

Throughout the pandemic, Noyes Children’s Library Foundation has been featuring StoryWalk, which allows families to stroll through Warner Circle Park in Kensington on self-guided explorations of a book. June 19 through July 18, “Ten Hidden Heroes” will be featured on posted signs at the park, which is adjacent to the Noyes Library for Young Children, […]

A free food pickup is happening on Saturday, July 18 at Journey’s Crossing Church. Those interested have to register through a google link and bring their confirmation number to the pickup. Journey’s Crossing Church is located at 12900 Cloverleaf Center Drive, Germantown. The event partners include the Rajasthali Association of Washington DC, India Development and […]

Olney Theatre is asking people to send in their stories about how their perceptions of “home” have changed due to COVID-19. People can submit a three-minute audio recording through the theater’s website, and the best ones are shared on the page. Olney Theatre’s favorite storytellers will be invited to share their stories at a StorySlam […]

After two long hours being stuck almost 100 feet in the air, riders of Six Flags’ new roller coaster, FireBird, were finally escorted off Thursday night in Bowie, Maryland. #BREAKING The Firebird rollercoaster at Six Flags in Bowie, MD has been stuck at the top since 6:15pm. pic.twitter.com/gE66r1Ubzh — Allison Papson (@AllisonPapson) July 19, 2019 […]

Today is Thursday, July 18 and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Click here for today’s forecast. 1. It’s National Latino Conservation Week: This is apart of an initiative by the Hispanic Access Foundation launched in 2014 to provide the Latino community and others opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, learn about conservation […]

Here’s our guide to arts and entertainment in Montgomery County, July 18 – 21. Apollo 50 Festival: The National Air and Space Museum hosts a three day festival on the National Mall to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the first moon landing. There will be 20 tented displays and a stage for live performances. Visitors […]