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April 2, 2019 | Bryan Gallion

Earth Month Events Across Montgomery County

This month marks the 49th anniversary of “Earth Month,” a global campaign that stresses the importance of protecting the planet’s air, land and water. Events are scheduled throughout the month for Montgomery County residents to learn about and take part in preserving the environment. “Learn About Organic Lawn Care” at the Rock Creek Conservancy Office […]

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April 1, 2019 | Staff Writer

Pretty in Pink: Checking Out the Cherry Blossoms at Kenwood

Today is considered the first day of the peak bloom period for cherry blossoms. MCM went to the Kenwood neighborhood in Bethesda to get a first-hand glimpse.

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April 1, 2019 | Michelle Queen

Katie Ledecky Guest Stars on Basketball Superstar Steph Curry’s Web Show

Keeping Up with Katie: The latest news and information about the Olympic champion swimmer and Montgomery County’s own Katie Ledecky. Katie Ledecky was the guest on the latest episode of Stephen Curry’s 5 Minutes from Home YouTube series. Ledecky joins Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry and 9 year-old Riley Morrison, who made headlines with a […]

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March 29, 2019 | Ashley Profitt

Women’s History Month: MCM Spotlights CEO Nannette Hobson

In honor of Women’s History Month, MCM is recognizing some of Montgomery County’s most notable women. Women who have driven change, fought for equality and provided representation for the many diverse parts of our community. As the first woman CEO at Montgomery Community Media, Nannette Hobson is a leader in our community and has worked in […]

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March 28, 2019 | Bryan Gallion

Nationals’ Fans Show Support on Opening Day

Washington Nationals fans traveled from the Bethesda Metro station to Nationals Park in D.C. to support the team in its season opener against the New York Mets.

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March 28, 2019 | Staff Writer

MoCo’s Most Famous: Michael Bobbitt to Leave Adventure Theatre

Michael Bobbitt, artistic director for the Glen Echo-based Adventure Theatre, will take a new position in the Boston area on August 1st. Learn about his 12-year journey with Adventure Theatre, the health of the institution, and Bobbitt’s plans for the future – on this episode of MoCo’s Most Famous with Joe Yasharoff.   Available Now […]

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March 27, 2019 | Staff Writer

Winner in Wisconsin; Powerball back to $40 Million

Update: Here are last night's jackpot-winning #Powerball numbers – The lucky ticket holder from New Berlin, #Wisconsin has won $768.4 MILLION, the third-largest lottery jackpot in U.S. history 🤩 Head this way for the full results 👉 https://t.co/HOEaspmqSN pic.twitter.com/Ze1gtcEEsB — Powerball USA (@PowerballUSA) March 28, 2019 Original post: Tonight’s Powerball jackpot is worth $750 million. […]

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March 26, 2019 | Bryan Gallion

Montgomery County Establishes 24/7 Homeless Information Line

Trained specialists will share information about Montgomery County homeless services through a newly established, 24/7 information line. The resource, launched by the county’s Department of Health and Human Services, also allows callers to provide information about the location of individuals experiencing homelessness so community partners can offer support. “Launching an information line is vital to […]

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March 26, 2019 | Staff Writer

Maggie Rose Sings Live on NBC’s Today Show

Singer-songwriter Maggie Rose, from Potomac, made her national TV debut singling, “It’s You” live on NBC’s Today this morning. If you missed it, check it out:

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March 25, 2019 | Staff Writer

Two Parkland Suicides Reveal Lingering Pain of Gun Violence

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among school age youth, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The news that two Parkland, Fla. teenagers have died by apparent suicide in the past week has shocked not only the Parkland community, but many throughout the country.  Both teens, who apparently […]

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