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Joann Woodson spent years investigating contributions black residents made in Clarksburg’s development since the 1800s. Because of her research as president for the Clarksburg Historical Society, two new elementary schools were named after her ancestors: Snowden Farm Elementary School and Wilson Wims Elementary School. Through her work with Clarksburg Historical Society, Woodson, a lifelong resident […]

Montgomery County honored dozens of local World War II vets on Sept. 19 at the Silver Spring Civic Building. Council President Roger Berliner spoke at the event. Listen to his speech. View additional video clips from this extraordinary event in which broadcast journalist Ted Koppel talks about these “Extraordinary Men and Women” and “Koppel Pays […]

In this video clip, broadcast journalist Ted Koppel tells MyMCMedia’s Sonya Burke what he thought of Montgomery County’s Sept. 19 salute to the area’s World War II veterans. Take a look. Koppel, a Potomac resident, helped host the event. View a video about this extraordinary event here. Broadcast journalist Ted Koppel Pays Tribute To Veterans.

Montgomery County honored dozens of local World War II vets on Sept. 19 at the Silver Spring Civic Building. Legendary television journalist Ted Koppel hosted the event for the veterans, who are often referred to as America’s “greatest generation.” Also speaking at the the event: Congressman Chris Van Hollen, Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown, Montgomery County […]

Montgomery  County officials will salute those who served our nation 70 years ago and became part of what is now called “the greatest generation.” All from our area who served during World War II are invited to attend and be honored at this special event. County Executive Isiah Leggett and the Montgomery County Council will  […]