A Capital Goodbye: T.J. Oshie Retires with a Legacy of Loyalty and Leadership
June 13, 2025 – By Justin Linn The Georgetown Waterfront was flooded with emotion Monday evening as hundreds of fans, teammates, family members, and friends gathered to celebrate the retirement of Capitals winger T.J. Oshie. Against the backdrop of the Potomac River, Oshie officially closed the chapter on a 17-yearContinue Reading
Stress, Scores, and Self-Discovery: A Student’s Journey Through AP Exam Season
June 11, 2025 – by Avery Oram Each May, many high school students across the United States and 75 other countries study for their Advanced Placement (AP) exams. The AP exams are the culmination of what students have learned in college-level classes that are offered at almost every high school. Continue Reading
Special Edition Art Auction Celebrates MCFRS and MCPD and Supports Local Artist
Since 2020, MyDrone.Pro has proudly provided photojournalism to Montgomery County — capturing both the beauty of our region and the heroic efforts of MCFRS and MCPD in action. In recent years, we’ve expanded our capabilities with the addition of a thermal drone, offering new perspectives and enhanced support — includingContinue Reading
MCPS Boundary Study Update June 6, 2025
Today MCPS sent out the following update on the boundary studies: Dear MCPS Community, Thank you to those who attended the boundary study engagement sessions that focused on the reopening of Charles W. Woodward High School, the opening of Crown High School and the expansion of Damascus High School. AddingContinue Reading
Four Players Punch Tickets to U.S. Open at Woodmont Qualifier
June 5, 2025 – By Justin Linn On June 2, 2025, the pressure was sky high at Woodmont Country Club in Rockville, Maryland. Eighty-four golfers battled through 36 holes in one day, all chasing the same dream: a spot in the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club. Known inContinue Reading
Montgomery County Restaurants Embrace Capitals Playoff Fever
May 10, 2025 – By Justin Linn As the Washington Capitals skate deeper into the NHL playoffs, Montgomery County restaurants and sports bars are seizing the moment. The bars transform into rallying points where fans can unite, cheer, soaking in every goal, save, and big hit. From themed drink specialsContinue Reading
Pickleball, Culture, and Connection: A Journey to China
May 6, 2025 – Â By Isabelle Strouble Montgomery County student-athletes build bridges through sport This April, I had the incredible opportunity to travel to China as part of a student-athlete delegation from Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). Alongside students from ten different high schools, I spent nearly two weeks exploringContinue Reading
Local Cheer Teams Impress on Global Stage at Cheerleading Worlds
May 2, 2025 – By Avery Oram Placing 9th in the world, the all-girl Super 7 team delivered a flawless semifinal routine and represented Montgomery County with pride on the global stage in Orlando. Cheer Extreme DMV’s Super 7 placed in the top 10 non-tumbling level 7 all-girl division atContinue Reading
From Childhood Passion to Viral Success: Chaz O’s Journey in the Dog Breeding World
April 23, 2025 – By Chaz Offutt Chaz Offutt, a viral breeder and entrepreneur based in Montgomery County, shares the heartfelt story behind his kennel business, Pawtners Kennel. His journey is a testament to resilience, a lifelong love for animals, and a commitment to bringing joy into people’s lives throughContinue Reading
MCPS is behind the curve on establishing phone-free schools
April 23, 2025 – By a group of MCPS parents advocating for phone-free schools MCPS is behind the curve on establishing phone-free schools We, a group of parents with Montgomery County Public Schools, are deeply concerned about the negative impacts of excessive smartphone use on our children’s safety, mental health,Continue Reading