Montgomery County

AfriThrive is a nonprofit in Maryland that distributes locally grown, fresh, culturally appropriate food weekly to low-income African immigrants. The organization sources produce from local gardens and has launched a 'Food as Medicine' program designed to link participants with clinicians to address diet-related health issues.

Local officials in Robertson and Montgomery Counties learned about a multi-million-dollar federal contract ($63 million) designating Adams, Tennessee as the location for an ICE national immigration enforcement call center run by Koniag. Officials stated they had received no information regarding the plans to establish this federal facility. Although initial documents referenced Adams, job postings from Koniag indicated that required performance locations were in Nashville or the Nashville area.

Robert Stojinski Jr., a Gaithersburg man, pled guilty to detonating a homemade pipe bomb at his house in Montgomery County. A judge subsequently sentenced him to 54 years of jail time. The investigation into the incident uncovered that Stojinski had also owned ghost guns and components, and he had previously threatened violence targeting a CVS pharmacy.

Montgomery County students participated in the weeklong State’s Attorney’s Office Summer Academy, acting as judges, jury members, and attorneys. Participants conducted mock trials, where roles were assigned for both prosecution and defense. Students praised the experience for making classroom lessons about the justice system vivid and informative.

The Clarksville-Montgomery County School Board is weighing new rules following tense meetings. These proposed regulations aim to maintain order during board meetings while simultaneously allowing people to demonstrate.

Tennessee lawmakers are reviewing legislation to address teacher misconduct after a Metro Nashville teacher was fired for using AI to alter student images into inappropriate videos. A Department of Education survey found over 11% of students experience sexual misconduct from staff, with recent cases in Montgomery and Sumner counties. Proposals aim to increase transparency to prevent misconduct-prone teachers from being rehired in other districts.

Residents of Philadelphia, Bucks, Delaware, and Montgomery counties with storm-damaged homes, nonprofits, or businesses can apply for low-interest loans via the U.S. Small Business Administration. Philadelphia residents may also receive grants for repairs, temporary housing, or essential item replacement after severe July 11 storms caused widespread damage, including roof collapse displacing over 30 people.

Camp Greentree in Montgomery County, Maryland, provides summer activities and mental health support for students facing challenges like homelessness, domestic violence, abuse, and family loss. Operated by the Jewish Social Service Agency since 2024 in partnership with Montgomery County Public Schools, the camp offers resources such as weekend food bags and a pop-up clothing store. It serves 90 children this summer, with registration for 2026 opening in 2026.

Montgomery County, Maryland, lifted all health advisories for the Potomac River shoreline and sediment following the failure of the Potomac Interceptor, which caused a sewage spill. Sediment tests confirmed bacterial levels have returned to acceptable levels, allowing recreational use to resume, though officials still advise against ingesting river water and caution about potential bacteria surges after heavy rain.

Tomas Munoz of Montgomery County won a $1 million top prize in the North Carolina Education Lottery's Triple Red 777 Jackpot game. He purchased the $10 ticket at Candor V Mart, received $600,000 as a lump sum, and took home $396,060 after taxes. Munoz plans to invest the winnings and fund classic car restoration projects.

A Maryland synagogue sued Montgomery County, challenging a regulation that prohibits firearm possession within 100 yards of places of worship, claiming it violates the First, Second, and Fourteenth Amendments. The synagogue argues the law hinders its ability to defend against anti-Semitic threats and fulfill religious security obligations, citing Talmudic teachings. The county enacted the regulation to comply with a state Supreme Court ruling that limited local firearm restrictions to specific public assembly areas.

A Clarksville man was found guilty by a Montgomery County jury of attempted voluntary manslaughter and multiple felony charges following a three-day trial.

A Maryland high school media services technician faces 12 abuse of a minor charges after investigators identified eight additional victims in an expanded probe. The accused secretly recorded female students in a changing room, with evidence dating back to 2015.

The Texas Department of State Health Services reported that four unvaccinated family members tested positive for measles after being exposed to an individual who traveled to Texas while infected. The outbreak is centered in Montgomery County.

The Ajax Turner 50+ Center is suing Clarksville, Mayor Joe Pitts, and four former board members, alleging secret meetings and unauthorized surrender of property. The lawsuit seeks to block the city's planned eviction, claiming violations of Tennessee's Open Meetings Act and asserting the city lacks legal authority to remove the nonprofit.

51.7 million U.S. children in public, private, and charter schools are eligible for a federal Education Freedom Tax Credit scholarship, but California has not opted into the program despite having the most eligible students (nearly 6 million). The American Federation for Children, a private school choice advocacy group, analyzed the data, and 31 states have joined the program, including New York and Colorado.

Montgomery County Public Schools will implement a bell-to-bell cellphone ban for all students starting the 2026-27 school year. The policy, introduced ahead of a state law, aims to reduce distractions and improve academic performance, with officials emphasizing a non-punitive approach focused on student learning.

Montgomery County leaders are advocating for additional I-24 exits to address traffic congestion caused by Clarksville's rapid growth. Discussions with the Tennessee Department of Transportation focus on new exits near existing interchanges, connecting to Ted Crozier Boulevard, Costco, and Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital. The project is in early stages and may tie into a 2034 I-24 widening plan.

Plymouth Township Council opposes a proposed 2 million-square-foot data center in Conshohocken, accusing developer Brian O’Neill of intimidation tactics. The facility, part of eight similar projects in Montgomery County, faces criticism over environmental concerns and potential energy bill increases. A petition against the project has collected over 3,600 signatures, and the township’s planning agency previously refused to endorse the proposal.

A Virginia-based ferry co-owner donated White’s Ferry to Maryland’s Montgomery County to restart the six-year-suspended Potomac River crossing. The donation includes the ferry, property, and assets, with Montgomery County paying $1.5 million for part of the landing, aiming to reduce commute times and boost economic activity.

NASA astronaut Chris Williams returned to Earth after 241 days in space, completing over 100 million miles and 3,800 orbits, landing in Kazakhstan with two Russian cosmonauts. During his mission, he conducted research on cancer treatments, semiconductor manufacturing, and spacecraft systems, including two spacewalks.

A 6-year-old child, Timber Taylor, died after being struck by a log truck at a logging job site in the Hesterville community of Attala County, Mississippi. The incident occurred Wednesday evening, and the child was identified by Attala County Coroner Sam Bell.

A 6-year-old child named Timber Taylor died after being struck by a log truck at a logging job site in Hesterville, Attala County, Mississippi. The incident occurred Wednesday evening, and the child was identified by Attala County Coroner Sam Bell as a resident of Montgomery County.

A 6-year-old child died after being struck by a log truck at a logging job site in Attala County, Mississippi. The child, identified as Timber Taylor from Montgomery County, was hit in the Hesterville community, according to the Attala County Coroner Sam Bell.

A teenager in Montgomery County reported a man in a red SUV attempted to lure her into his vehicle while she was walking. The man, described as having tattoos, circled her twice before offering a ride, but a neighbor intervened to scare him off. The mother filed a report with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, and neighbors are monitoring surveillance footage for the suspect.

Montgomery County has acquired White’s Ferry operations and the Maryland-side dock from owner Chuck Kuhn in a deal below appraisal value, with Kuhn donating the ferry to the county. The ferry, which stopped operating in 2020 due to a dispute over Virginia landing rights, remains non-operational between Maryland and Virginia, and Rockland Farms owner Libby Devlin, who controls the Virginia landing site, was not consulted about the deal.

Montgomery County Council committees recommended an 18-month pause on data center development and defined large data centers as facilities with at least 25 megawatts of energy demand. The proposals will be considered by the full council, following an existing six-month moratorium by County Executive Marc Elrich and similar actions in other Maryland counties.

A Clarksville family was displaced after wind and lightning damaged their home during severe thunderstorms in Montgomery County on Tuesday evening.

Officials have confirmed three measles cases in Montgomery County. A signage informing people of measles prevention was displayed in the Gaines County Court House on April 6, 2025, in Seminole.

Costco plans to open a store in Clarksville as part of a 220-acre mixed-use development called Freedom Farms, pending approval of a $21.5 million performance-based incentive agreement. The project could create 801 jobs and generate $6.25 million annually in local sales tax revenue, though concerns about growth and traffic persist.

Philly-area police are launching a summer traffic safety campaign targeting aggressive driving on U.S. 1 in five counties to reduce crashes and fatalities. The initiative addresses behaviors like speeding, tailgating, and lane changing, citing 2,190 crashes and 37 deaths in the region due to aggressive driving in 2025. A recent high-speed collision in Limerick Township, which killed one driver and involved a DUI charge, highlights the campaign's urgency.

A new bill in Montgomery County, Maryland, seeks to prevent individuals convicted of human trafficking or prostitution-related charges from opening new bodyworks establishments. The bill addresses a loophole where repeat offenders use new LLCs to restart illegal operations after citations or license revocations. Collaboration between police and health services departments is proposed to enforce the measure, with a public hearing scheduled for Sept. 15.

Montgomery County Commissioner Joshua Beal confirmed Costco is set to open in the area soon, pending approval from the county commission. The county pursued this opportunity after previous plans in Clarksville failed, emphasizing it will bring jobs and economic benefits.

Montgomery County, Maryland, has reduced speed limits on 33 streets since July 2023, with plans to lower speeds on five jointly maintained corridors to 25-35 mph. The changes align with a 2021 state law allowing maximum speeds of 20 mph on local roads and 15 mph in rare cases, aiming to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety. The county is also working to redesign high-crash corridors through infrastructure projects and public education campaigns.

Montgomery County's 2026 Farm Tour and Harvest Sale will open 26 agricultural sites to showcase local produce and farming amid national concerns over a cyclospora parasite outbreak. The event, running July 25-26, includes activities like farm tours, tastings, and animal interactions, highlighting the county's $280 million agricultural economy. Cyclospora cases have surged in Maryland and five other states, with no common source identified yet.

A lightning strike caused a house fire in Gaithersburg, Maryland, resulting in an estimated $850,000 in damage and displacing a family of five. The fire, which occurred in the 9200 block of Warfield Road, was detected by the family around 7 a.m. after a lightning strike between 4:30 a.m. and 5 a.m. on Saturday, leading to the roof being ablaze.

Montgomery County's BTheOne Ambassador Program trains over 700 teens in mental health initiatives and overdose response since 2022, with participants completing over 2,000 service hours on projects like health kits and community peace promotion. Teens address pandemic-related mental health challenges, advocate for reduced screen time, and highlight the importance of peer and parental support in fostering well-being.

A former Montgomery County high school teacher was indicted by a grand jury for allegedly showing an inappropriate photo to a student. The incident involved a teacher and a student, with the case now under legal review.

The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority (SRPRA) signed a memorandum of understanding with Amtrak to revive passenger rail service between Philadelphia, Phoenixville, Pottstown, and Reading. Formed by Berks, Chester, and Montgomery counties in 2022, SRPRA aims to reconnect communities to the Northeast Corridor, with Amtrak committed to cost estimates and next-phase planning.

Philadelphia declared a disaster emergency after microbursts caused damage to homes and infrastructure in West and South Philadelphia and parts of Montgomery County. Microbursts produce destructive straight-line winds exceeding 100 mph, comparable to an EF1 tornado, with at least four confirmed in the region. Mayor Cherelle Parker highlighted ongoing recovery efforts and urged residents to check on vulnerable neighbors.