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Public Safety

Elrich Condemns Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

County Executive Marc Elrich issued a statement criticizing federal immigration enforcement after a fatal shooting in Minneapolis.

Elrich· Jan 24, 2026· 0 links
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich on Latest Fatal Federal A…”
Jan 24
Education

MCPS Activities Canceled Sunday; Schools Closed Monday

MCPS cancels Sunday activities due to snow; schools closed Monday Jan. 26 for previously scheduled grading day.

MCDOT· Jan 24, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County January 2026 Snow Update #1: County Declares Snow Emergency”
Jan 24
Transportation

Ride On Runs Reduced Sunday Routes During Storm

Ride On operates 17 routes Jan. 25 with 40–60 min frequency, 6 a.m.–8 p.m.; Monday service TBD Sunday afternoon.

MCDOT· Jan 24, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County January 2026 Snow Update #1: County Declares Snow Emergency”
Jan 24
Environment

Shady Grove Transfer Station Closed Sunday Jan. 25

Shady Grove Transfer Station will be closed Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026 due to forecasted winter weather; normal hours Saturday.

DHHS· Jan 24, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Recycling and Resource Management Division — “Facilities Alert January 24, 2026: Shady Grove Transfer Station and Recycling Ce…”
Jan 24
Other

County Seeks Applicants for Two Retiree Benefit Boards

Montgomery County is accepting applications for the Board of Investment Trustees and Board of Trustees for the Consolidated Retiree Health Benefits Trust.

Montgomery County· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - January 23, 2026”
Jan 23
Health & Human Services

DHHS 24-Hour Crisis Line Available for Homeless Residents During Storm

Residents can call DHHS's 24-hour Crisis Line at 240-907-2688 to report concerns about people experiencing homelessness during the storm.

DHHS· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Is Expecting 8-12 Inches of Snow that Could Impact Travel This…”
Jan 23
Public Services

Residents Must Clear Sidewalks Within 24 Hours of Storm's End

County code requires property owners, lessees, and managers to clear adjacent sidewalks within 24 hours after the storm ends.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Is Expecting 8-12 Inches of Snow that Could Impact Travel This…”
Jan 23
Transportation

County Snow Emergency Rules: Free Parking, Route Restrictions

During a declared county snow emergency, residents may park free at County garages; parking on emergency routes is restricted.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Is Expecting 8-12 Inches of Snow that Could Impact Travel This…”
Jan 23
Transportation

MCDOT Mobilizes Snow Plows, Pretreating Roads Before Storm

MCDOT's Highway Services division is pretreating primary roads with salt brine ahead of the weekend storm; residential plowing may take several days.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Is Expecting 8-12 Inches of Snow that Could Impact Travel This…”
Jan 23
Transportation

Free County Parking, Taxi Surcharge During Snow Emergency

During a declared county snow emergency, residents may park free in county lots; taxis may add a $2.50 surcharge per trip.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “El Condado de Montgomery espera entre 8 y 12 pulgadas de nieve que podrían impac…”
Jan 23
Public Services

MC311 Extends Hours Sunday and Monday During Storm

MC311 will operate Sunday Jan. 25 from noon to 8 p.m. and Monday Jan. 26 from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. for storm-related calls.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “El Condado de Montgomery espera entre 8 y 12 pulgadas de nieve que podrían impac…”
Jan 23
Transportation

Ride On Bus Service to Follow Storm Schedule This Weekend

Ride On bus riders should check rideonbus.com for schedule updates; an S-schedule or Service Plan may be activated during the storm.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “El Condado de Montgomery espera entre 8 y 12 pulgadas de nieve que podrían impac…”
Jan 23
Transportation

MCDOT Activates Storm Operations Center, Pre-Treats Roads

County road crews are pre-treating main roads with brine and will begin plowing once snow reaches approximately three inches.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “El Condado de Montgomery espera entre 8 y 12 pulgadas de nieve que podrían impac…”
Jan 23
Public Safety

8–12 Inches of Snow Expected This Weekend in Montgomery County

A National Weather Service winter storm warning is in effect from 11 p.m. Saturday Jan. 24 through 4 a.m. Monday Jan. 26.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “El Condado de Montgomery espera entre 8 y 12 pulgadas de nieve que podrían impac…”
Jan 23
Health & Human Services

MCITP Services Auto-Canceled on MCPS Snow Days

Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program appointments are automatically canceled whenever MCPS closes or delays due to inclement weather.

DHHS· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Family Support Network — “Inclement Weather Reminders”
Jan 23
Transportation

Medical Center Metro Bus Loop Closes Three Sundays, Rerouting Ride On 34 and 46

Metrorail construction closes Medical Center Station bus loop on Feb. 8, Feb. 15, and Apr. 19, 2026, shifting Ride On routes to Rockville Pike bays.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Closure of Medical Center Bus Loop in Bethesda to Impact Ride On Routes 34 and 4…”
Jan 23
Education

MCPS Students Can Apply for MCPSEF Scholarships and Awards

MCPS students pursuing post-secondary education or training are encouraged to apply for MCPSEF scholarships and awards.

CFW· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Last Call: WLB Early Bird Pricing Ends Today!”
Jan 23
Parks & Recreation

Free Community STEM Day at Rockville Science Center Jan. 31

The Rockville Science Center hosts a free drop-in family STEM event on Jan. 31, 1:30–4:30 p.m., with regional exhibitors.

CFW· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Last Call: WLB Early Bird Pricing Ends Today!”
Jan 23
Education

Maryland Grants Support Federal Workers Becoming Teachers

Gov. Moore announced grants for Maryland colleges to help displaced federal employees pursue teaching careers via the ACET program.

Montgomery County, MD· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Last Call: WLB Early Bird Pricing Ends Today!”
Jan 23
Local Economy

Free SkillUp Montgomery Online Job Training Available to All Residents

WorkSource Montgomery's SkillUp® Montgomery offers free 24/7 access to over 5,000 online job skills courses for county residents.

Montgomery County, MD· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Last Call: WLB Early Bird Pricing Ends Today!”
Jan 23
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