Selection Committee chosen for Purple Line Art in Transit program
A Selection Committee for the Purple Line Art in Transit program has been formed to pick the winning proposals for the 10 Purple Line stations in Montgomery County.
Telephone scams a daily occurrence, police say
Attempted telephone scams are a daily occurrence, according to the Montgomery County Police Department, and residents should be aware of the common types of these scams.
Bus Rapid Transit to be branded “Flash,” public hearing set
Residents along the Route 29 corridor view BRT plans at a recent open house. Photo by Mike Diegel. The county’s proposed Bus Rapid Transit system will be branded with the name “Flash” following a two-month long contest during which residents could vote on three suggested names, or offer one of their own. The first BRT line is expected to open … Read More
Upcoming Events, March 22-30
Illustration from FiveStone Church Wednesday, March 22 ACLU Montgomery County meeting, Silver Spring Civic Building, 1 Veterans’ Place, 7-9:30 p.m. Thursday, March 23 One Montgomery Green Drinks, Lincoln’s Bar-B-Cue, 931 Ellsworth Dr., 5:30-8 p.m. Author Series, The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative, Silver Spring Library, 900 Wayne Ave., 3rd Floor, 7-8:30 p.m. Green Is … Read More
Penguin Mural Will Return in March 29 Ceremony
The Silver Spring mural “Penguin Rush Hour” will return and be unveiled during a ceremony on Wednesday, March 29.
Summer camp to teach girls technology, self-empowerment
Two Silver Spring small businesses will team up to offer a weeklong summer camp designed to teach girls technology skills and self-empowerment.
Recreation and Aquatic Center Planned for Silver Spring
A 120,000-square-foot regional recreation and aquatic center highlights a revised plan for a new complex in downtown Silver Spring.
Rumored replacement for ShopHouse?
ShopHouse Southeast Asian Kitchen will close tomorrow and there is a rumored replacement for the fast-casual restaurant.
Upcoming Events March 15-23
Illustration from FiveStone Church Wednesday, March 15 Virtual Town Hall with County Executive Leggett, 1-2 p.m. Education Programs and Budget Forum, Catherine F. Scott Building, Montgomery College Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus, 7600 Takoma Ave., Takoma Park, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Community Sing, Levine Music, Silver Spring Library, 900 Wayne Ave., 2nd Floor, $5, 7-9 p.m. POSTPONED: 2017 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space … Read More