Montgomery Community Media

Here are your five things to know today, May 15, in Montgomery County: 1. School budget: The County Council has a 1:30 p.m. meeting set to go over the spending plan for Montgomery County Public Schools. The session takes place in the Third Floor Hearing room. 2. Meeting the press: Montgomery County Council President Roger Berliner meets […]

UPDATED Rachel Carson Elementary School, one of the most overcrowded elementary schools in Montgomery County, is getting a new principal. The Gaithersburg school’s current principal, Larry Chep, was appointed as the new principal of Clopper Mill Elementary School at Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting. Chep said he has mixed emotions about the announcement. “I am excited about […]

Montgomery County Police have released surveillance photos of three suspects who used credit cards that were stolen from a vehicle in Derwood. According to police, on May 15th at approximately 3:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke into six vehicles and stole a 2004 Dodge Dakota in the area of Hiwatha Lane, Buena Vista […]

Montgomery County police officers plan to conduct a sobriety checkpoint Saturday, May 14. According to a news release, this campaign is part of the department’s continuing effort to curb impaired driving and underage drinking. Police said, the exact location of the checkpoint will not be disclosed in advance. The checkpoint will be cancelled in case of inclement weather. […]

Here are some of our weekend picks from the MyMCMedia.org calendar: Friday, May 13 Bethesda Blues & Jazz Club present “Sax & Strings Live” featuring Phillip Doc Martin and Blake Aaron at 8 p.m. Socialize, dance and learn the newest dances at White Oak Senior Center in Silver Spring. Tonight’s Soul Line Dance Party begins at […]

The Islamic Society of Germantown and Montgomery County’s Faith and Community Working Group (FCWG) will host a workshop to counter bullying in schools on Sunday, May 15. Families are invited to attend the event, which is open to the public. During the workshop, parents will receive helpful tips on how to report and deal with […]

The sixth annual “Taste the World” event in Fenton Village will happen on May 15th from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. More than 30 restaurants are participating and will provide patrons with samples of food for a small fee. Visit Taste the World in Fenton Village website to learn more and plan your visit.

Jeffree Cruz, a senior at Quince Orchard High School, went to the prom on May 15th like most of his classmates. What made this prom so special was the big surprise his classmates had planned for him. Watch this MCPS video to see his special Friday night. Visit our PEG partner MCPS TV to view […]

Here’s your daily rundown of the events and stories that people are talking about today, May 15, in Montgomery County: 1. Pedal Power: It’s Bike to Work Day across the region. 2. Peace Officers Memorial Day: Flags have been lowered to half staff today, in honor of Peace Officers Memorial Day. 3. Superintendent Frontrunner: Andrew […]

Do you like to bike? Then save this date: Bike to Work Day is scheduled for May 15th. There will be 15 pit stops in Montgomery County. More than 10,000 area commuters are expected to participate in the DMV region. Register online at Bike to Work Day 2015 website.