County Offices Opening as Scheduled
The county’s offices and departments will open today as scheduled, as the region digs out from a winter storm that dumped up to 8 inches of snow on the area.
Residents Asked to Avoid Traveling on Roadways if Possible
The county’s Department of Transportation is asking residents to stay off the roads and avoid travel as crews work to clear roads after a winter storm dumped up to 8 inches of snow on the area.
County Libraries to Delay Expansion of Sunday Hours
The county’s library system will delay the restoration of Sunday branch service hours that were scheduled to take place effective Jan. 2 due to the increased spread of COVID-19 and the Omicron variant, officials announced yesterday.
County Council Issues Statement Condemning Recent Antisemitic Activities
The County Council has issued a statement condemning recent antisemitic activities and acts of hatred against the Jewish community in Montgomery County.
County Libraries to Expand Service Hours
The county’s library system will return to pre-pandemic service hours at most of its branches, effective January 2, officials announced today.
The Price of Plumbing
“The Drain Guys, locally based in Rockville, Maryland, was founded to provide homeowners an alternative to the behemoth companies. Licensed and insured, they provide quality plumbing at a price guaranteed to be lower than companies like Roto-Rooter or Len the Plumber. Their owners pride themselves on providing honest, affordable, and safe service to the community.” [sponsored]
County Encouraging Residents to Shop Local on Small Business Saturday
Small Business Saturday is today, and the County is encouraging residents to “shop small” this holiday shopping season.
Win $10,000 in Prizes in MoCo COVID-19 Student First Competition
“COVID has hit everyone hard including our youth. So, let’s uplift their spirit by uplifting their voices with the Alpha Phi Alpha, Incorporated Montgomery County Chapter.” [sponsored]
County Installing Protected Intersection
The Transportation Engineering Division of the county’s Department of Transportation is installing a protected intersection, the third in Montgomery County, at the corner of Fenton St. & Cameron St. in downtown Silver Spring.