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Montgomery County is asking people to refrain from using playgrounds and touching park surfaces like benches and water fountains, said Montgomery Parks Spokesperson Melissa Chotiner.  The guidance is in response to the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. “We are posting signs and asking that people refrain from using the equipment for their own health and safety […]

Social distancing has become the new norm as we conform to life during the coronavirus pandemic. Although schools and public facilities are closed, some Montgomery County offices remain open for business and a few operations are continuing. However, officials say residents should expect changes to public services. Below is an updated list of closures throughout the […]

To insure public safety from the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19), Montgomery Parks is limiting gatherings to a maximum of ten people. Although parks will remain open, indoor facilities are closed through April 30. A post on the Montgomery Parks website said: “going for a hike or bike ride, shooting baskets on an otherwise empty court, and […]

Today is Thursday, March 19 and here are five things to be aware of in Montgomery County. 1. It’s The First Day of Spring: Despite the stress and anxiety caused by the coronavirus outbreak, there’s still a reason to smile 😊. Spring has arrived earlier this year making it the earliest in more than 100 […]

Montgomery Parks’ outdoor parks and trails are still open for public use during the ongoing COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak.  We know you love our urban trails. To reduce trail traffic and help practice social distancing, consider exploring other trails, like Blockhouse Point Conservation Park and Little Bennett Regional Park. Check out these and other trails on […]

It’s Wednesday, March 18 and we Montgomery Community Media employees are on our third day working from home because of the coronavirus pandemic. It’s also Awkward Moments Day and because we are practicing social distancing, we are somewhat grateful we can keep our awkward moments to ourselves. 1. Maryland Primary Postponed: Gov. Larry Hogan announced […]

It is Wednesday, Feb. 12 and it’s the late President Abraham Lincon’s birthday. Make sure you wear a large hat to celebrate. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Conversation with Oldest Living Tuskegee Airman: In honor of Black History Month, Brig. Gen. Charles McGee, the oldest living Tuskegee Airman, is sharing […]

Cold Case Unit detectives from Montgomery County Police Department have released several photographs of items that were found buried in a Silver Spring park in late summer 2019. In a statement released Wednesday, police said that the items were found buried in Nolte Local Park, located at 200 Denver Road. Police described the situation “suspicious” […]

It’s Thursday, Jan. 23, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1.It’s National Pie Day: Need an excuse to indulge since you’ve been so good with your diet resolutions? You’re in luck! National Pie Day, brought to you by the American Pie Council, is today.     2. MCPS District-wide Boundary Analysis […]

It’s Wednesday, Jan. 22 and it’s National Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day. Good luck trying to adequately find out what it is your cat has been asking you after all this time. Anyway, here are five things worth knowing in Montgomery County. 1. School Board Meets: Montgomery County Board of Education has an Operating Budget […]