DPS staff will hold a community outreach table at Wheaton Community Recreation Center on July 16 from 9:30 a.m. to noon.
The Montgomery County Sign Review Board holds its next virtual meeting at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
DPS has published a list of upcoming permitted professional fireworks displays; most other fireworks, including sparklers, are illegal in the county.
A new Maryland law effective Oct. 1 requires automatic fire sprinkler retrofits in residential high-rises undergoing substantial renovation.
DPS implemented a 15% fee increase for permitting and licensing effective July 1, 2026 — the first adjustment in seven years.
DPS will not process new data center permit applications under a June 12 executive order pausing data center development for six months.
Maryland law requires employers to provide water, shade, and 15-min rest breaks hourly when heat index reaches 100°F.
All Ride On buses are zero-fare during the heat emergency, offering county residents free rides to cooling centers.
County fireworks events in Kensington and Germantown delayed 30 minutes to 7:30 p.m. due to extreme heat forecast.
FIC provides free early childhood play-based classes for children birth–5 of all abilities; orientation required before participating.
Montgomery County's Commission on Veterans Affairs highlights Independence Day and America's 250th anniversary with links to local events and veteran resources.
MCDOT ends on-demand Ride On Flex service in Rockville and Glenmont/Wheaton zones; Sandy Spring/White Oak Zone 918 continues.
County Executive Elrich hosts media briefing July 2 with Rep. Raskin; topics include July 4th heat impacts, Supreme Court decisions, and minimum wage.
July marks Bebe Moore Campbell National BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month, with resources available via Mental Health America.
MCPS's free Summer Meals Program serves children 18 and under at 120 locations countywide, including six District 4 sites.
Kefa Café marks its 30th anniversary at its original location at 963 Bonifant Street in Silver Spring.
The Old Farm Creek stream restoration project behind Luxmanor Elementary School has been completed after community advocacy.
Emma's Torch opened a new café and flagship culinary training center for refugees in Downtown Silver Spring.
The County Council issued a World Refugee Day proclamation on June 20, honoring refugees and asylum seekers worldwide.
Montgomery County warns residents to prepare for extreme temperatures during the July 4th holiday weekend.