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February 4, 2020 | Michelle Queen

Maryland Civil Rights Bus Tour Open for Registration

Register now for the annual Maryland Civil Rights Educational Freedom Experience bus tour. The tour, hosted by the Montgomery County Office of Human Rights, retraces the steps of Civil Rights leaders such as Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks and many others. This year’s bus tour is scheduled from April 18-26. The bus will leave […]

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February 13, 2018 | Michelle Queen

Registration Opens for Maryland Civil Rights Bus Tour

Registration is now open for the annual Maryland Civil Rights Education Freedom Experience bus tour. The tour, hosted by the Montgomery County Office of Human Rights, retraces the steps of Civil Rights leaders such as Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks and Medgar Evers. This year’s nine-day bus tour is scheduled from April 7 to […]

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March 31, 2017 | Mitti Hicks

Montgomery County Sister Cities Reps Discuss Next Priorities During Annual Meeting (PHOTOS)

It was a night filled with music, food, and art from across the world. Dozens of residents gathered at Veterans Plaza on Thursday evening for Montgomery County Sister Cities annual meeting. “We have the chance at this meeting to introduce our programs to the community at large,” William Nance, chairman for Montgomery County Sister Cities […]

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March 1, 2017 | Staff Writer

Office of Community Partnerships Announces Launch of New FAQ Guide for Immigration Updates

With the increase in questions from Montgomery County residents regarding immigration, Montgomery County’s Office of Community Partnerships (OCP) Director Bruce Adams, announced the launch of a new immigration FAQ guide. The new FAQ guide is designed to point residents in the right direction and suggests resources available countywide, according to a news release. “It is […]

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February 13, 2017 | Mitti Hicks

Maryland Civil Rights Bus Tour Open for Registration (VIDEO)

Register now for the annual Maryland Civil Rights Educational Freedom Experience bus tour. The tour, hosted by the Montgomery County Office of Human Rights, retraces the steps of Civil Rights leaders such as Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks and Medgar Evers. This year’s bus tour is scheduled during Montgomery County Public Schools spring break […]

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February 1, 2017 | Mitti Hicks

Local Faith-Based Leaders Discuss Priorities for Helping Refugees and Immigrants in Rockville (VIDEO)

Dozens of leaders and residents representing various faith groups, gathered at the Rockville Presbyterian Church early Tuesday to discuss priorities and goals for helping immigrants within the County. “We’re providing resources for the over 30 faith communities that are currently engaged in welcoming refugees and working with immigrants and children fleeing violence,” said Mansfield Kaseman, […]

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January 31, 2017 | Mitti Hicks

Latin American Advisory Group Discuss FY18 Priorities with Leggett (VIDEO)

Montgomery County Executive Ike Leggett met with the County’s Latin American Advisory Group (LAAG) to discuss priorities for FY 18. LAAG consists of 14 County residents who advises the County Executive on issues and concerns impacting the Latin American community. In this MyMCMedia Extra video, Nestor Alvarenga, Latin American community liaison in the Office of Community […]

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November 17, 2016 | Mitti Hicks

Faith Leaders Release Statement Condemning Vandalism and Acts of Hate

Community faith leaders are showing their support for those affected by the hate-based vandalism that occurred at Westland Middle School in Bethesda. According to police,  a student reported to school staff that swastikas were drawn on the mirrors and walls of a bathroom stall inside a boys restroom. “That is just one place in our county […]

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November 17, 2016 | Mitti Hicks

Veterans Plaza artwork in Silver Spring

County Leaders to Host Rally for Diversity in Silver Spring

Due to an increase of fear and concern from residents, Montgomery County elected officials and faith leaders will host an event entitled, “Stand-up for the Montgomery Way.” The rally will take place on Nov. 20 from 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. “We’re having it because too many people are afraid,” said Mansfield Kaseman, interfaith community liaison, Office […]

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October 10, 2016 | Staff Writer

Save the Date for the World of Montgomery Festival (VIDEO)

The World of Montgomery returns to the Rockville campus of Montgomery College from noon to 4 p.m. on Oct. 16. Find out more in this report, below: Visit our PEG partner MCTV10 (Montgomery College Television program schedule) to see more Montgomery College Television.

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