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1. D.C. Senior Living News October 2026 (thebeaconnewspapers.com) — A new 62+ affordable apartment community, The Reeds at 1910, is opening near downtown Wheaton with 90 one- and two-bedroom units priced for residents at 30%–70% of area median income. With easy access to Metro, buses, and nearby shopping, 76 apartments are currently available and accepting applications, offering Wheaton seniors a chance to age in place with on-site amenities.
2. Montgomery County Council Committees to Review Economic Development, Housing and Transportation Issues (mocoshow.com) — Montgomery County Council committees will meet Monday to review policies that could shape future development, transportation, and infrastructure around the Wheaton Metro Station, including a proposed state Transit-Oriented Development designation. They'll also examine Complete Streets rules, water and sewer planning, and economic development and housing programs that influence neighborhood safety, accessibility, and aging in place for Wheaton residents.
3. Respiratory Illnesses On The Rise: See What's Circulating, Find Vaccines In MD (patch.com) — Maryland health officials expect a moderately severe flu season, and Wheaton residents can already schedule flu shots through the county, including at Glen Haven Elementary School on Inwood Avenue. The article explains current flu, COVID-19, and RSV trends, then lists pharmacies and county clinics across Maryland where you can get vaccinated, encouraging people to protect themselves before respiratory illnesses surge.
4. Richard Obranovich, Living Legend, former Police Foundation director dies at 82. (connectionnewspapers.com) — A former Wheaton resident and Wheaton High School graduate who became a key leader of the Alexandria Police Foundation has died at 82. After growing up in Wheaton, he built a long retail career, then devoted his retirement to supporting police, youth programs, and local families before settling in West Virginia, where he passed away surrounded by loved ones.
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