Wheaton Woods Families Felt Left Out of MCPS Boundary Process
A statement from the Wheaton Woods Elementary PTA is raising concerns about proposed changes to high school assignments under the Woodward boundary process, citing limited community engagement and unresolved transportation impacts. The statement explains that Wheaton Woods families were not effectively reached during earlier phases of the boundary study, resultingContinue Reading
Community Flags Concerns in MCPS Program Study Before Key Vote
As the Board of Education prepares to vote on MCPS’s Program Study, a growing coalition of parents, teachers, and community members is raising concerns about the plan’s impact. In a letter signed by hundreds, the group highlights key “red flags” and is urging leaders to make changes before moving ahead:Continue Reading
Grit Meets Grace at “New Ways Barre” Studio
At New Ways Barre in Gaithersburg, strength takes many forms. Owner Susan Ways embodies all of them. Ways’ vision to open her own barre studio was born during one of the most difficult seasons of her life. After the passing of her husband, she searched for purpose and a pathContinue Reading
Riding Through the Cold: Inside the Freezing Saddles Phenomenon
Every year on January 1st, as most people are recovering from late-night celebrations and bracing for the coldest stretch of winter, a dedicated community of cyclists clip in, layer up, and roll out for one of the most unique cycling challenges in the United States: Freezing Saddles. The Challenge MostContinue Reading
Electric transmission costs have soared for Maryland customers and will grow much faster in coming years, new OPC report shows
BALTIMORE – Ballooning transmission costs are already significantly impacting the electric bills of Maryland customers, but much larger cost increases for transmission are on their way, according to a report released today by the Office of People’s Counsel. Regional rules governing transmission costs already have assigned Maryland customers responsibility for paying $7.1Continue Reading
Montgomery County Coalition Urges Delay of Proposed School Program Changes Ahead of Board Vote
A growing coalition of Montgomery County parents, educators, and alumni is urging the Board of Education to delay or reject a proposed regional restructuring plan that would significantly alter some of the county’s most well-known academic programs. Ahead of a scheduled March 26 vote, the group, Save the Magnets Coalition,Continue Reading
Clarksburg Fitness Professional Monte Johnson Advances to Quarterfinals of National Fitness Competition
CLARKSBURG, Md. — Clarksburg resident and longtime fitness professional Monte Johnson has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Mr. Health & Fitness Contest, a national competition that celebrates strength, discipline, and leadership in the fitness community while raising funds for pediatric cancer support and research. You can vote to supportContinue Reading
New Website Brings Together 15 Theaters in Montgomery County’s Thriving Community Theater Scene
March 13, 2026 – by Rachel Migone Montgomery County’s community theater scene has been thriving for decades, and it deserves more attention. Did you know there are 15 volunteer theaters in down-county Montgomery County? Rockville Little Theatre, Bethesda Little Theatre, Kentland Community Players, Silver Spring Stage, and Damascus Theatre areContinue Reading
Magruder Stuns Frederick in Overtime Thriller, 60–57
March 10, 2026 – by Andrew Einsmann Magruder outlasted Frederick in a dramatic overtime battle, pulling away late to secure a hard-fought 60–57 victory in a game that kept fans on edge from start to finish. Frederick controlled much of the early momentum, holding an 11–9 lead after the firstContinue Reading
Colonels Dominate Down the Stretch, Punch Ticket to State Semifinals
March 8, 2026 – By Andrew Einsmann The Magruder Colonels turned a tight playoff battle into a commanding victory Friday night, pulling away in the second half to defeat the Overlea Falcons 76–42 in a thrilling 3A boys basketball quarterfinal matchup. While the final score looked decisive, the first halfContinue Reading