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A Montgomery County artist is gaining statewide recognition as his work heads to one of Maryland’s most prominent public buildings. Justin Valenti’s fluid painting, Ocean of Blue and Green, has been selected for the special exhibition “Art In Full Spectrum”, currently on display at the Maryland State House complex inContinue Reading

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January 19, 2026 – By Adam Van Grack, a Councilmember for the City of Rockville who attended Montgomery County Public Schools graduating from Ritchie Park Elementary School, Frost Middle School, and Richard Montgomery High School. Editors Note: See the official MCPS boundary study pages here The Montgomery County Public School’sContinue Reading

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Moderately MOCO is launching Moderately Mic’d, a new conversation series focused on people making a real difference across Montgomery County. The show will feature in-depth conversations with community builders, business owners, nonprofit leaders, artists, athletes, educators, and students who are shaping what’s next in MoCo. Episodes will be available onlineContinue Reading

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October 13, 2025 After a one-year hiatus, the Washington Folk Festival makes its much-anticipated return to Glen Echo Park this Sunday, October 19, from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., capping the night with lively contra dancing from 7:30–9:00 p.m. Presented by the Folklore Society of Greater Washington, this free, family-friendlyContinue Reading

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Overwhelming Opposition Meets Support for Transit-Oriented Development Along Three-Mile Stretch September 16, 2025 – AI-assisted article based on YouTube transcript of Montgomery County Council meeting SILVER SPRING, MD – In a contentious public hearing that stretched late into the evening of September 10, 2025, at Montgomery Blair High School, MontgomeryContinue Reading

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July 27, 2025 by: Justin Linn Montgomery County’s ban on gas-powered leaf blowers officially went into effect July 1. The ban on gas-powered leaf blowers is aiming to reduce noise pollution and improve air quality. While county officials highlight the environmental and health benefits, some residents are pushing back, arguingContinue Reading

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July 17, 2025 – By Javier Rivas MCPS students get more than just a paycheck at their summer jobs For many Montgomery County Public School students, summer isn’t just for getting rest and hanging out with friends, it’s also time to gain experience and earn a paycheck. Many teens takeContinue Reading