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ABS January 2026 Sales Promotion Runs All Month

Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services is running a store-wide sales promotion throughout January 2026.

ABS· Jan 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “What's in Store - ABS (Alcohol Beverage Services)”
Jan 13
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Jamaican Ambassador Curtis Ward Dies at Montgomery County Home

Councilmember Sayles mourns the passing of Ambassador Curtis A. Ward, a Jamaican diplomat and Caribbean American advocate in Montgomery County.

Sayles· Jan 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “Remembering Ambassador Curtis A. Ward: A Legacy of Community Pride”
Jan 13
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Oasis Estate Planning Check-Up Class Set for Jan. 28

Free class on three essential estate planning documents at Oasis in Bethesda and online, January 28, 1–2:15 p.m.

DHHS· Jan 5, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Partnerships Expand the Impact of County Programs: Get Involved!”
Jan 5
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Council Passes Trust Act Barring Immigration Status Inquiries

Bill 35-25E prohibits Montgomery County from inquiring about immigration status or discriminating based on it when providing county services.

Sayles· Jan 1, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “The Sayles Sentinel - Farewell 2025: 12 Reasons to Celebrate”
Jan 1
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Sayles Appointed to NACo Board of Directors in 2025

Councilmember Sayles joined the NACo Board of Directors and accepted a NACo Achievement Award for Montgomery County's S.M.A.R.T. Youth Advisory Council.

Sayles· Jan 1, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “The Sayles Sentinel - Farewell 2025: 12 Reasons to Celebrate”
Jan 1
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Domestic Violence Advocate Cheryl Kravitz Dies

Cheryl R. Kravitz, a domestic violence survivor and advocate who received over 40 awards, has passed away.

CFW· Dec 24, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy Holidays from the Commission for Women”
Dec 24
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Council President Introduces 'Trust Act' to Shield Immigrants from ICE

Council President Natali Fani-González introduces the Trust Act, restricting county resources from being used in federal immigration enforcement.

MyMCMedia· Dec 22, 2025· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “PEG Bytes Newsletter #277; December 22, 2025”
Dec 22
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County Executive Elrich Addresses Landlord-Tenant Bill, BYO Bag Law

County Executive Marc Elrich's weekly video covers the Landlord-Tenant Relations bill, BYO Bag Law, and a county incinerator violation.

CCM· Dec 22, 2025· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “PEG Bytes Newsletter #277; December 22, 2025”
Dec 22
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Albornoz Newsletter Subscribers Shifted to Councilmember Evans

Subscribers to Councilmember Albornoz's newsletter will now receive updates from Councilmember Shebra Evans.

Albornoz· Dec 18, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Albornoz — “Update on Your Councilmember Newsletter Subscription”
Dec 18
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Council Introduces Expedited Immigrant Protections 'Trust Act'

Expedited Bill 35-25 would codify protections for immigrant communities and promote trust in county services.

Stewart· Dec 17, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up With Kate: Holiday Edition”
Dec 17
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Elrich Congratulates New Maryland House Speaker Peña-Melnyk

County Executive Marc Elrich issued a statement praising Joseline Peña-Melnyk's historic election as Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates.

Elrich· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from County Executive Marc Elrich on the Election of Maryland House of…”
Dec 16
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Peña-Melnyk Elected Maryland House Speaker, First Latina

Joseline Peña-Melnyk was elected Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates on Dec. 16, becoming the first Latina and immigrant to hold the role.

Fani-González· Dec 16, 2025· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council President Natali Fani-González Congratulates Maryland’s Speaker of the H…”
Dec 16
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Taxicab Services Commission Accepting Applications Until Filled

Montgomery County's Taxicab Services Commission has open seats with no application deadline; positions open until filled.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “CORRECTION: A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
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Shebra Evans Appointed At-Large Councilmember Through Dec. 2026

Council voted to appoint former Board of Education member Shebra Evans to fill the seat vacated by Gabe Albornoz on Dec. 1.

Fani-González· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Kicking off my presidency by standing up for immigrants | Español abajo”
Dec 10
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Council Introduces Expedited Bill 35-25 on Immigrant Protections

The County Council introduced Expedited Bill 35-25, the Promoting Community Trust – Immigrant Protections Act.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
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Council Appoints Shebra Evans to Succeed Albornoz

The County Council appointed Shebra Evans as the new councilmember to succeed Gabe Albornoz at its final session of 2025.

Balcombe· Dec 10, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 10, 2025”
Dec 10
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Three County Board Vacancies Close Dec. 5

Applications for the Liquor Board, Montgomery Cares Advisory Board, and Building Energy Performance Improvement Board close December 5.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
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Balcombe Elected Council Vice President for 2026

Marilyn Balcombe was unanimously elected Council Vice President and Natali Fani-González elected Council President for 2026 on Dec. 2.

Balcombe· Dec 3, 2025· 0 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, December 3, 2025”
Dec 3
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Nine County Boards and Commissions Seeking Applicants Through December

Nine Montgomery County boards and commissions are accepting applications, with deadlines ranging from Nov. 19 to open until filled.

Balcombe· Nov 19, 2025· 3 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, November 19, 2025”
Nov 19
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Seven County Boards Seek Applicants Through November–December

Seven Montgomery County boards and commissions are accepting applications, with deadlines ranging from Nov. 17 to Dec. 5, 2025.

Balcombe· Nov 5, 2025· 3 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, November 5, 2025”
Nov 5
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