Montgomery Community Media

 Here are five things to know today, Feb. 25, in Montgomery County: 1. Police are investigating the death of a 95-year-old retired Naval officer as a homicide. 2. The Silver Spring Library gets ready to close a chapter at one location and open another at a new location. Find out about the plans to celebrate.  3. Montgomery College […]

In this MyMCMedia Extra video, Zalgen Labs’ co-founder Dr. Luis Branco says the rapid test to diagnose Ebola is a game changer when it comes to fighting the spread of this deadly virus. Take a look: Related:

In this MyMCMedia Extra video, Dr. Luis Branco of Zalgen Labs in Germantown says a rapid test for diagnosing Ebola has been approved by the World Health Organization and he expects the test will also receive FDA approval as early as this week. According to Branco, Zalgen Labs helped develop the test along with a […]

Another extremely cold day is on tap! Here are five more things to know today, Feb. 24, in Montgomery County: 1. WSSC is asking for your patience as crews are responding to a high number of water main breaks in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties this week. 2. County Executive Ike Leggett is answering your […]

In this MyMCMedia Extra video, Zalgen Labs’ co-founder Dr. Luis Branco said he expects FDA approval this week for the rapid diagnostic test for Ebola. http://youtu.be/U3nkcbInrAk The breakthrough test was approved last week by the World Health Organization. Related:

Montgomery College is bringing its offerings directly into communities that need them. The college recently opened its first Community Engagement Center at the Gaithersburg Library. MCTV’s Carolina Galeano has the story. Visit our PEG partner MCTV10 (Montgomery College Television program schedule) to see more Montgomery College Television.

The Government of El Salvador and guerrillas reached a peace agreement 23 years ago. On Friday, Feb. 20, the Embassy of El Salvador in the United States along with Montgomery College and Casa De Maryland are scheduled to host a celebration to honor the country’s history, people and legacy at the Cultural Arts Center in […]

The opening of the new Montgomery College Community Engagement Center on Feb. 12 at the Gaithersburg Library was emotional for many residents who shared stories about how the college had changed their lives for the better. Germantown resident Arfilío Carrero said the opening of the center meant a lot to him. He is studying to […]

Hundreds of students from community colleges across Maryland converged on Annapolis this month for Student Advocacy Day. Montgomery College TV reports. Visit our PEG partner MCTV10 (Montgomery College Television program schedule) to see more Montgomery College Television.

Happy Friday the 13th! Here are your five things to know today, Feb. 13, in Montgomery County: 1. Bundle up, it’s extremely cold outside. The National Weather Service has issued a wind chill advisory for Montgomery County until 10 a.m. today. 2. MedImmune officials are planning to build a child care center on the company’s […]