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June 16, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, June 16, in Montgomery County

Here are your five things to know today, June 16, in Montgomery County: 1. Networking Breakfast: Antonio Doss headlines the Small Business University event at Montgomery Community Media’s studios today. He will be talking about world trade as it pertains to small business. 2. Let’s dance! The city of Gaithersburg’s Thursday morning concert series for […]

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June 15, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, June 15, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, June 15, in Montgomery County: 1. The Josiah Henson Leadership Conference II takes place this morning at the studios of Montgomery Community Media. 2.  It’s the first of its kind. The Ellsworth Urban Dog Park opens today at 621 Ellsworth Drive in Silver Spring. 3. Montgomery County Department […]

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June 14, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, June 14, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, June 14, in Montgomery County: 1. The Montgomery County Council meets today, and on the agenda is an appointment to the Planning Board. The newest planning commissioner will replace outgoing member Amy Presley, who has served two terms. 2. The Board of Education meets today, and on the […]

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June 10, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, June 10, in Montgomery County

Here is your rundown of five things to know today, June 10th, in Montgomery County: 1. Street Beat: Road work begins tonight on the Capital Beltway, and motorists should be prepared for lane closures this weekend. 2. School Board: The Montgomery County Board of Education is planning to hold a closed-door meeting today, to discuss collective […]

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June 6, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, June 6, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, June 6, in Montgomery County: 1. Commencement ceremonies: It’s graduation day for the Class of 2016 at Blake, Kennedy, Poolesville and Sherwood high schools. 2. Vote: It’s Election Day in the town of Kensington. 3. Making a difference: The Neediest Kids Golf Tournament takes place today at TPC […]

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June 5, 2016 | Staff Writer

Silver Spring Civic Building Welcomes Home Architect Rodolfo Machado (VIDEO)

The architect of the Silver Spring Civic Building, Rodolfo Machado, discussed the public space at a recent presentation. Take a look: During his lecture, Machado explained how architecture can relate to its surroundings to strengthen a neighborhood, a campus or a city. He presented past and recent designs, including a new mixed-use complex in Cairo, […]

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May 31, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Five Things to Know Today, May 31, in Montgomery County

Here are five things to know today, May 31, in Montgomery County: 1. Corbett and Grace Lunsford are driving their Tiny House across the country to showcase its energy efficiency, and this week they are in Montgomery County. You can tour their Tiny Home, as part of the Proof is Possible Tour, from 5 – […]

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May 27, 2016 | Sonya Burke

Police Investigate Fatal Collision on Darnestown Road in Beallsville

UPDATED 8:03 p.m. Montgomery County police officers are investigating a one car fatal collision that occurred Friday afternoon in Beallsville. According to police, it happened at 3:40 p.m. at the intersection of Darnestown Road and Beallsville Road. Police said the preliminary investigation indicates that the vehicle was traveling westbound on Darnestown Road near Beallsville Road, […]

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May 18, 2016 | Maureen Chowdhury

Five Things to Know Today, May 18, in Montgomery County

Keep your umbrella handy, rain is in the forecast. Here are five more things to know today, May 18, in Montgomery County: 1. The Montgomery County Council is scheduled to hold a legislative session and on the agenda: recordation tax rates. You can view the full agenda here. 2. A plea hearing for Luis Reluzco, the […]

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May 16, 2016 | Maureen Chowdhury

Five Things to Know Today, May 16, in Montgomery County

Here are five more things to know today, May 16, in Montgomery County: 1.  The Montgomery County Council meets today and on the agenda; renegotiated collective bargaining agreements. You can view the full agenda here. 2. Registration opens today for Montgomery County’s summer classes and recreation programs, including swim lessons. 3. The Gaithersburg Mayor and Council […]

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