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WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Workers Resource Hub

WorkSource Montgomery's new online Resource Hub offers unemployment, job search, legal, and career resources for federal employees and contractors.

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

Wheaton Federal Workforce Career Center Opens for Displaced Workers

Montgomery County's Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center in Wheaton offers job placement, coaching, and financial counseling.

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

Winter Storm Expected Jan. 24–25; County Issues Alert

The National Weather Service forecasts a winter storm with around 10 inches of snow for the D.C. area on Jan. 24–25, 2026.

Montgomery County, MD· Jan 23, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Last Call: WLB Early Bird Pricing Ends Today!”
Jan 23
Public Safety

Council Proclaims January Human Trafficking Awareness Month

Councilmember Dawn Luedtke presented a proclamation on Jan. 20 recognizing January as Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month.

Luedtke· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Last Call: WLB Early Bird Pricing Ends Today!”
Jan 23
Health & Human Services

Free Separation and Divorce Series Starts February 4

Local family law attorneys lead free monthly classes on Maryland separation and divorce, 7–8:30 p.m., first Wednesday each month through June.

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

WLB Early Bird Ticket Deadline: $45 Through Today

Early bird tickets for the 2026 Women's Legislative Briefing are $45 today only; student tickets are $10.

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

PS Committee Reviews $2.4M Public Safety Operations Center Funding

The Public Safety Committee reviews a $2.4M+ supplemental appropriation to build a Joint Operations Center for OEMHS, MCFRS, and MCPD.

MCCouncil-LIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Jan. 26, 2026”
Jan 23
Local Economy

ECON Committee Briefed on County's 2025 Q2-Q3 Economic Data

The ECON Committee receives a briefing on 2025 Q2-Q3 economic indicators, including employment, real estate, and venture capital trends.

MCCouncil-LIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Jan. 26, 2026”
Jan 23
Local Economy

ECON Committee to Consider WorkSource Montgomery Redesignation

The ECON Committee reviews a resolution to redesignate WorkSource Montgomery as the County's workforce development organization before its June 30 expiration.

MCCouncil-LIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Jan. 26, 2026”
Jan 23
Education

EC Committee Reviews $499M Montgomery College Capital Budget

The EC Committee reviews Montgomery College's $499M FY27-32 CIP request, including Germantown building renovations and new security systems.

MCCouncil-LIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Jan. 26, 2026”
Jan 23
Education

EC Committee Reviews $2.79B MCPS Capital Budget

The Education and Culture Committee reviews the FY27-32 CIP for MCPS; the Board of Education requests $2.79B vs. the County Executive's $2.14B recommendation.

MCCouncil-LIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Jan. 26, 2026”
Jan 23
Meetings & Hearings

Council Reviews Maryland General Assembly Bills Jan. 26

The full Council meets at 12:30 p.m. for a state legislative update covering CCA pilot, voting methods, and stop-sign cameras.

MCCouncil-LIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council and Committee Meetings on Jan. 26, 2026”
Jan 23
Public Safety

OEMHS Winter Readiness Webpage Offers Storm Safety Tips

Montgomery County's Office of Emergency Management has published a winter readiness page with tips for staying safe in freezing weather.

Friedson· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Winter Storm Update: Safety Information, Resources, and Key Contacts”
Jan 23
Health & Human Services

Warming Shelters, Transit Aid Available During Winter Storm

Montgomery County will activate warming centers and may offer transportation to residents needing shelter during this weekend's storm.

Friedson· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Winter Storm Update: Safety Information, Resources, and Key Contacts”
Jan 23
Transportation

Snow Plowing Priorities, Timelines Set for Weekend Storm

County crews will clear major roads first; residents can track plowing via the Storm Operations Map at montgomerycountymd.gov/snow.

Friedson· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Winter Storm Update: Safety Information, Resources, and Key Contacts”
Jan 23
Public Safety

Winter Storm 2026: Downed Lines, Trees Reporting Guide

Residents can report downed power lines to Pepco and fallen trees blocking roads to MCDOT via 311 ahead of this weekend's storm.

Friedson· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Winter Storm Update: Safety Information, Resources, and Key Contacts”
Jan 23
Public Safety

County Warns Pet Owners: Outdoor Animals Unattended During Cold Violates Regulation

Under Executive Regulation 17-17, leaving pets outside unsupervised in extreme cold can result in fines or cruelty charges.

PIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Maryland PIO - Press Release for Spanish Update”
Jan 23
Health & Human Services

DHHS Outreach to Homeless Residents During Extreme Cold; Crisis Line Available

County DHHS staff and community partners will contact unsheltered residents; 24-hour crisis line 240-907-2688 is available.

DHHS· Jan 23, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Maryland PIO - Press Release for Spanish Update”
Jan 23
Environment

Poolesville Beauty Spot Recycling Center Closed Saturday, Jan. 24

The Poolesville Beauty Spot recycling drop-off will be closed Saturday, Jan. 24 due to weather-related preparations.

PIO· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Maryland PIO - Press Release for Spanish Update”
Jan 23
Transportation

Ride On Bus Service May Shift to Snow Schedule This Weekend

MCDOT says Ride On buses could move to 'Schedule S' due to forecast snow this weekend; passengers advised to check alerts.

MCDOT· Jan 23, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Maryland PIO - Press Release for Spanish Update”
Jan 23
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