Oprah Winfrey Donates $2.5 Million to U.S. Dream Academy
Oprah Winfrey surprised Silver Spring-based nonprofit U.S. Dream Academy with a $2.5 million donation pledge at its 25th anniversary celebration on Monday.
Government Shutdown Specials, Wine and Jazz Dinner at All Set, J. Hollinger’s
All Set Restaurant & Bar in downtown Silver Spring will offer specials to federal employees and contractors in the event of a government shutdown this weekend.
County to Host Career Fair & Hiring Expo on October 3
Montgomery County Government will host a Career Fair & Hiring Expo in October, officials announced.
Public Voting Begins for Art Installation at Gene Lynch Urban Park
Gene Lynch Urban Park in downtown Silver Spring will feature a new art installation, and Montgomery Parks invites the public to vote.
Fall Cleaning of County Garages to Begin September 11
The county’s Department of Transportation will begin its fall garage washdown campaign on Monday, September 11, officials announced.
Work Begins on Childcare Center at Former Silver Spring Library Site
Construction of a childcare center began this month at the former Silver Spring Library site on Colesville Road in downtown Silver Spring.
Grants Available for Businesses Affected by Purple Line Construction
Montgomery County officials announced Phase III of its grants program that would provide funding support for small businesses affected by the construction of the Purple Line.
Town Square, Wayne Ave. Garages to Switch to Pay-by-Plate Payment System
The Town Square and Wayne Ave. garages in downtown Silver Spring will switch to a Pay-by-Plate payment system at the end of July, county officials announced.
Takoma Park Seeking Public Comment on Proposed Amendment to Outdoor Café Regulation
Takoma Park is seeking public comment on a proposed amendment to the city’s outdoor café regulation that would see an increase in permit and lease fees for restaurants.