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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- General
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Redland Middle School crowned winner of MCDOT's ‘Paint the Plow' contest
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. () — The wait is over, and a middle school in Derwood was named the winner of the Montgomery County Department of Transportation's (MCDOT) 'Paint the Plow' contest. On Wednesday, the department announced that Redland Middle School was selected as the first-place winner. The winning design, 'Life is a Highway,' illustrated a Ride On bus and a highway worker on Sam Eig Highway. PREVIOUS COVERAGE | MCDOT invites middle schools to join 'Paint the Plow' competition 'Congratulations to Redland Middle School and all the participating students and teachers,' said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. 'The Paint the Plow competition is a beloved annual tradition that engages students in recognizing the valuable contributions of our public works employees. I look forward to seeing the plows in action during the winter months as a tribute to the men and women who keep our County running.' The contest is held each year as part of the 'Public Works Week,' to honor essential workers. The special week highlights the employees of its Division of Highway Services, public works employees, and the vital role they play in safety and quality of life for residents. The contest featured 11 county middle schools. The art pieces were displayed at the department's 'Truck Day,' where over 2,600 people voted. Here is a list of the winners: First place and awarded $500: Redland Middle School in Derwood for its decorated snowplow with a transportation theme named 'Life is a Highway.' Second place and awarded $300: Hallie Wells Middle School in Clarksburg for its decorated snowplow with a 'Heroes of Public Works' theme named 'Plow!' Third place and awarded $200: Julius West Middle School in Rockville for its decorated snowplow with a Minions theme named 'Snow Ready for Summer.' 'I want to thank our MCPS students for helping us celebrate our public works employees,' said MCDOT Director Chris Conklin. 'I was impressed by the creativity and talent of these students and their efforts to raise awareness of the unseen but vital role our employees play in our community.' The department said residents will see the newly decorated snow plows in action this winter. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
MCDOT announces winners of Ride On bus art contest, features pieces across county
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. () — After reviewing nearly 100 submissions, the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCODT) announced the winners of its Ride On bus 50th Anniversary Art Contest. On Wednesday, a student from Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School was crowned the first-place winner. Laura Jin's work of art featured streaks of blue, pink, and green, highlighting the Ride On bus's 50 years of service. PREVIOUS COVERAGE | MCDOT hosts art contest to celebrate 50th anniversary of Ride On buses Honoring Jin's win, MCDOT also gave her a $100 gift card. Her artwork will also be featured across all 400 Ride On buses. Ava Lutgendorf, a student at North Bethesda Middle School, won second place and a $75 gift card. Hailing from Rocky Hill Middle School, Jenny Gong won third place and a $50 gift card. Officials said all finalists' art will be featured alongside the top three winners on an art tour around Montgomery County government buildings. 'Thank you to everyone who participated in this year's contest,' said MCDOT Ride On General Manager Phil Mclaughlin. 'Your creativity brought joy and color to MCDOT Ride On's 50th Anniversary celebrations, and we are proud to showcase your work.' Here is a list of all the finalists from the art contest: Leia Baudoin, Rocky Hill Middle School Arzo Rahimi, Takoma Park Middle School Benjamin Li, Herbert Hoover Middle School Carina Araujo, Barnesville School of Arts and Sciences Piper Russell, Thomas W. Pyle Middle School Saanvi Lanke, Shady Grove Middle School Ahyoon Kim, Thomas W. Pyle Middle School Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Yahoo
Montgomery County leaders announce $1.2M grant to combat hate crimes
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. () — The Montgomery County executive and councilmembers announced Friday $1.2 million in grant funds to help non-profit and faith-based organizations enhance security and prevent hate crimes. Officials said the grants are designed for local nonprofit or faith-based organizations across the county whose facilities experience or are at risk of experiencing hate crimes. The funding is designed to help reduce the burden of safety and security enhancements, and recipients can use the money to: Hire security personnel or augment current security personnel Pay for a security assessment or plan Conduct security training Develop and execute a security drill Purchase new security cameras for their facility New this year – funds can be used to purchase a fususCORE device to enable Montgomery County leaders noted that the grants come after the county committed to protecting eligible organizations in September 2024. MCDOT invites middle schools to join 'Paint the Plow' competition 'Hate has no place in Montgomery County, and it's our job to make sure that everyone—regardless of their race, religion or background—feels safe in their community,' said County Executive Elrich. Officials said this is the second year the county has awarded $1.2 million in funds to help protect nonprofit or faith-based organizations. 'We cannot allow our places of worship, nonprofit centers and community hubs to become places of fear. It's our responsibility to do all we can to protect our nonprofit and faith partners from acts of hate and violence. This more than $1 million in funding for security grants is one way we can bolster protection for the community organizations that do so much to uplift residents and provide essential services for our wonderfully diverse community,' said Council President Stewart. Statistics from the Montgomery County Department of Police's revealed that 45% of the bias incidents reported involved some type of verbal intimidation, 11% involved written intimidation and 11% involved simple assault. DC crossing guard arrested for allegedly selling drugs while on duty, court documents say The report noted that three out of four of the 192 bias incidents reported were related to religion or race. Out of 94 incidents, most were anti-Jewish in nature, and 53 of them involved 'anti-Israel/pro-Palestine language or imagery.' Additionally, 49 incidents across the county were related to race, with about half using racial slurs. 'Montgomery County prides itself on its diversity and protecting our local nonprofits and religious institutions, which are too often targets of hate and bias-related incidents,' said Luke Hodgson, director of the Office Emergency Management and Homeland Security (OEMHS). 'This grant continues to protect against actions that are antithetical to Montgomery County values. We are hopeful that the expansion to include participation in MoCoConnect program will help promote an increased level of security.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Yahoo
Police identify man killed in Montgomery County collision
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. () — Police have identified after his car crashed into a tree in Gaithersburg early Sunday. Just minutes after midnight on April 6, a black Ford Mustang was traveling east in the 300 block of Travis Avenue when, for unknown reasons, it struck a median before entering the westbound lanes and hitting a large tree, according to the Montgomery County Department of Police (MCPD). At the scene, officers found the car resting in the eastbound lanes of the roadway. The man, William Giovanis Vasquez, 25, of Clinton, was pronounced dead there. MCDOT invites middle schools to join 'Paint the Plow' competition Responders took the car's passenger, a woman, to the hospital in critical condition. As of Monday, her exact condition is not known. Police continue to investigate what caused the car to crash. Detectives urge anyone who may have witnessed the collision to call (240)-773-6620. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Automotive
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Traffic disruptions expected in Damascus due to construction
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. () — Construction will be affecting traffic in Damascus for the next couple of days, the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) said. Starting on Wednesday, there will be closures, lane shifts and temporary detours along Sweepstakes Road for the construction project. Stretch Your Dollar: Free program saves Dominion Energy customers hundreds If the weather permits, the construction should last three to five days. Construction will go on between 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday. The Route 90 Ride On Bus could also be faced with delays as well. The following bus stops may also be moved: 26292: Sweepstakes Road & Cutstail Drive 26294: Sweepstakes Road & Cutstail Drive 26304: Sweepstakes Road & Cutstail Drive 26306: Sweepstakes Road & Cutstail Drive 26296: Sweepstakes Road & Newbury Road 26302: Sweepstakes Road & Showbarn Lane Commuters are asked to pay attention to signage and flaggers. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
