Montgomery Community Media

Celebrate the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday at the City of Rockville’s Martin Luther King, Jr Day celebration in the morning or at the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Tribute & Celebration at Strathmore Monday afternoon. Both events include performances and awards. The Martin Luther King, Jr. Day also provides an opportunity to give back to […]

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) announce all MCPS school-sponsored after-school activities must conclude by 6 p.m. due to the pending winter weather. MCPS-sponsored evening activities after 6 p.m. are canceled. Childcare programs in schools may remain open as scheduled. The school district posted the message on their website at 1:52 p.m. Due to pending inclement […]

Thousands of local residents are expected to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life and teachings by taking part in Montgomery County’s MLK Day of Service event on Jan. 21. The annual event, organized by the Montgomery County Volunteer Center, takes place from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference […]

Today is Wednesday, Jan. 16. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Gubernatorial Inauguration: Today is Governor Larry Hogan’s Inauguration. The pre-inaugural service starts at 9 a.m. on the North Lawn of the Maryland State House in Annapolis. The Swearing-In Ceremony of Lt. Governor Boyd Rutherford and Governor Larry Hogan will start at […]

Here’s the rundown of what’s open and what’s not in Montgomery County on Martin Luther King, Jr Day, Jan 21: County Offices – closed. Libraries – closed. County Liquor stores – all stores will be open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Recreation – aquatics programs and facilities are open; all other classes and programs are canceled; Administrative office, senior […]

Today is Tuesday, Jan. 15. Here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Students Can Sleep Late: Montgomery County Public Schools are opening two-hours late today because of weather conditions. 2. Back to Work: The Montgomery County government is opening on time today. Federal agencies in the Washington, D.C. area are opening two hours […]

Today is Monday, Jan. 14. The National Weather Service says the snow is over. Here’s the forecast. 1. Effects of Snow: The snow might be over, but school has been canceled and administrative offices will open two hours late. Community use of schools has been canceled as well. Montgomery County Circuit Court will open at […]

Montgomery County Councilmember Tom Hucker is hosting a community potluck to support federal employees and contractors impacted by the shutdown Friday, Jan. 11 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Blair High School cafeteria. Federal workers, contractors and their families may attend for free. Other supporters and neighbors should bring a dish to pass to attend. Live music […]

It’s Wednesday, Jan. 9, and here are five things you need to know: 1. Shutdown Rally: Rep. Jamie Raskin (MD-8) is inviting the community to rally with him to show support for federal workers, private contractors, and others impacted by the federal government shutdown. Rep. Don Beyer (VA-8) and J. David Cox, the president of American Federation of […]

It’s Tuesday, Jan. 8, and here are five things you need to know: 1. NIH Speakers Club: Want to build your leadership skills or become a more confident speaker? NIH Evening Speakers Club meets from 7:30 – 9 p.m. today at the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Regional Services Center. More information can be found here. 2. Trivia Night: From 7 […]