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Hey there, Montgomery Village! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Could you qualify for Montgomery County's proposed new tax credits?
- How could new county funding rules reshape infrastructure in Montgomery Village?
- Why is Montgomery County bucking the region's rising hunger trend?
Also on today's calendar: Free JSSA Montgomery County Virtual 50+ Employment Expo - Register today!.
Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, with a high of 87 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Humid with clouds and sun, temps: high: 83, low: 59.
- Saturday: Times of sun and clouds, with a high of 78 and low of 64 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Montgomery County Tax Credit Proposals Include $2,500 for MCPS Employees and $500 Per Child for Families (mocoshow.com) — Montgomery County is considering new tax credits that could put real money back in the pockets of Montgomery Village residents, including expanded homeowner relief, a $2,500 property tax credit for eligible MCPS employees, and a new child tax credit for low-income families. Public hearings on these bills are set for October 13, giving locals a chance to weigh in. 
2. Montgomery County Council Committee to Examine Infrastructure Funding Needs (mocoshow.com) — Montgomery County's Government Operations Committee is reviewing a major report on how to fund long-term infrastructure needs, decisions that will shape maintenance and future projects in communities like Montgomery Village. Members will also examine tightening the county's reserve policies to help protect its AAA bond rating, which influences borrowing costs and future tax and service decisions affecting local residents.
3. Capital Area Food Bank report shows 5-year high across capital region (thebanner.com) — Food insecurity has hit a five-year high across the capital region, but Montgomery County — including Montgomery Village — is the only jurisdiction showing a meaningful decrease, from 35% to 31%. Experts credit strong county investment and partnerships, while warning that federal benefit cuts and strained food pantries could quickly reverse these fragile gains for local families.
4. Talking DMV Sports with Local Anchor Kelsey Nicole Nelson (thelocalgirl.com) — Montgomery Village gets a shout-out as sportscaster Kelsey Nicole Nelson recalls coaching cheer for the Montgomery Village Chiefs while growing up in the region's youth sports scene. She now covers D.C.-area pro teams, teaches at George Washington University, and champions the DMV as a true sports town, especially praising the Washington Mystics and the area's deep pool of homegrown talent.
📸 Around Montgomery Village
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Montgomery Village
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★ Featured events ★
- Free JSSA Montgomery County Virtual 50+ Employment Expo - Register today! →
10:00 am
Tuesday September 22
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Other local events
- Varsity Volleyball vs Living Grace →
20300 Pleasant Ridge Dr, Montgomery Village
5:00 pm - Confused by judicial elections? How can voters judge the judges. What reforms are needed. →
FREE Webinar
7:00 pm
Monday September 21
Wednesday September 30
📣 Montgomery Village Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Basketball - 55+ Drop In
Germantown Community Recreation Center
9:00 am - Casey Farmers Market →
Gaithersburg MD
11:00 am - Maryland Fairy Hair →
My Big Finds, 129 Commerce Square Place, Gaithersburg
11:00 am - Pickleball - 18+ Drop-in
Upper County Community Recreation Center
12:00 pm - Monthly Fly Tying Session →
Izaak Walton League, 18301 Waring Station Road, Germantown
12:30 pm - Mah Jongg Club →
The Carriage House, 321 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg
1:00 pm - Basketball – Drop-in
Plum Gar Neighborhood Recreation Center
2:00 pm - Basketball Family - All Ages - Drop-In
Germantown Community Recreation Center
3:30 pm - Badminton (+16) Drop-In
Germantown Community Recreation Center
5:00 pm - Back To School Picnic →
Travilah Elementary School Gaithersburg, MD 20878
5:30 pm
Thursday September 17
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hi local neighbors!
Where do you highly recommend getting reasonably priced tires? ( in Germantown, Gaithersburg or Rockville area) I'm looking for 4 (new or used) tires… (Nextdoor Whetstone)
- Shake Shack posted a job opening for Restaurant Team Member in Gaithersburg. Apply here.
- Government Jobs posted a job opening for Police Cadet in Gaithersburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Montgomery Village here.
Ok Montgomery Village! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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