I ran around Maryland and the DC area collecting library cards - and you can, too www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

How many library cards can a book lover like me collect?

If you’re itching for a certain e-book before your beach vacation, or your kid is behind on their summer reading list, you may want an extra card — or 10.

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🩸 The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis. If you're eligible, consider donating blood to help save lives. Schedule an appointment today: RedCrossBlood.org

BREAKING FROM DANIEL ZAWODNY: Maryland's Transit Administrator is STEPPING DOWN after 14 years at the agency, including five as its leader. Story 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾 www.thebanner.com/community/tr...

MTA Administrator Holly Arnold stepping down after 5 years leading agency

Maryland Transit Administration chief Holly Arnold is stepping down, the agency confirmed to The Banner Tuesday morning.

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Montgomery County passes a longer and likely harder to challenge data center moratorium

Montgomery County passes 18-month data center moratorium

The unanimous vote for the 18-month moratorium follows County Executive Marc Elrich’s June executive order that placed a six-month moratorium on data centers.

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Advocates for trans students urge Maryland to fight Trump administration threats

Advocates for trans students urge Maryland to fight Trump administration

The testimony comes one day after the U.S. Education and Justice departments alleged that Anne Arundel County’s school system violated federal student privacy law by withholding a student’s gender...

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Montgomery County Council approves up to $420 million in bonds for Viva White Oak development

Council approves up to $420 million in bonds for Viva White Oak development

The Montgomery County Council voted Tuesday to approve up to $420 million in bonds for the Viva White Oak project.

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Today the Montgomery County Council reappointed James Hedrick to the Planning Board, which serves as the County’s principal land use and planning advisor. Planning Board members generally serve four-year terms and are limited to two full terms. More: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/montgom...

🔧♻️ Don't toss it, fix it! Join Montgomery County DEP's Fix-It Clinic on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Gaithersburg Library. Get free help repairing electronics, clothing, bikes, small appliances and more. Registration is required. https://ow.ly/VQjW50Zt8ET

Breaking: The developer behind the proposed Dickerson data center is appealing Montgomery County's moratorium: www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

Data center developer files appeal of Elrich’s moratorium

Elrich confirmed the appeal during his weekly media briefing Thursday, but declined to elaborate on the filing in detail, citing “legal” concerns.

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I tried out the temporary shuttle bus commute that's replacing some of Metro's Red Line trains this summer. Spoiler alert: It wasn't seamless, but it wasn't as bad as I thought. www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

I tried the Metro shuttle commute during the Red Line closure

Metro closed four Red Line stations this summer to complete construction projects. Here’s what happened when I tested the shuttle bus workaround.

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Looking to chat with folks impacted by the Metro closure in the Bethesda/Rockville area -- how's your commute going? Longer wait, longer rides? Are you sticking with the shuttle or have you chosen a different mode of transportation? I'd love to chat with you! DM or email ginny.bixby@thebanner.com

I got back from vacation this earlier this week and I'm eager to dig into post-election stories. This summer I want to dig in to reporting beyond baseline, bureaucratic politics and look into the issues affecting communities in MoCo -- and I'd love to hear what's on your mind!

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Will Jawando is currently leading in the Montgomery County Executive race. www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

Jawando leading in Montgomery County executive race

Elrich, Sayles and Goldberg leading in at-large council race

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Good morning. It's primary day in Maryland. The Banner's reporters are fanned out across Montgomery, Prince George's, Baltimore, Howard and Anne Arundel counties to capture voter sentiment. Follow along for insights on what's swaying voters in our live blog here.

Live updates: Maryland voters head to the polls for primary election

Maryland voters head to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots in the primary election. The Banner will bring you live primary election results, reporting and analysis from key contests.

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Here's a good rundown of everything you need to know about today's primary in Montgomery County, as reported by @ginnybixbywrites.bsky.social.

What to know about today’s election in Montgomery County

Polling predicts the Montgomery County executive race will be very tight.

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Maryland, today's the last day to vote early at the polls. They're open until 8 p.m. You can also vote in person on Election Day, June 23, 7 a.m - 8 p.m. Still not sure who you're voting for? Check out The Banner's voter guide. www.thebanner.com/voter-guide/...

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Voters in Maryland will decide the state’s next governor and vote in congressional races as well as in local and state races, including contests for county executive, county councils, the General Asse...

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As the primary looms, Montgomery County candidates agitated over campaign ads via my colleague @ginnybixbywrites.bsky.social

Montgomery County candidates agitated over campaign ads

Some candidates have accused their critics of stretching or even subverting the truth in campaign advertisements.

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JUST IN: State elections board clears Will Jawando campaign after allegation of illegal coordination via @ginnybixbywrites.bsky.social

Elections board clears Jawando campaign after allegation of illegal coordination

The complaint had alleged that Will Jawando’s campaign had illegally coordinated with the Working Families Party.

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Candidates’ polls all show a tight Montgomery County executive race via @ginnybixbywrites.bsky.social

Candidates’ polls show tight Montgomery County executive race

Each of the council members running for Montgomery County executive has released a poll indicating a close race — and showing himself in the lead.

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The former Baltimore teacher of the year charged last month with sexual solicitation of a minor said he was just trying to warn the (fake) teen against dangerous relationships with older men. He also insisted he thought "Aiden" was 16 - the age of consent in MD. www.thebanner.com/education/k-...

Former Baltimore teacher of the year confronted by Chris Hansen in YouTube sting

Former Baltimore teacher of the year Dennis Jutras told Chris Hansen he was trying to warn a teen in a Harford County sting operation targeting adults seeking sex with minors.

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Before a critical budget debate, one Montgomery County Council member flew to Hawaii via my colleague @ginnybixbywrites.bsky.social

Before a critical budget debate, one council member flew to Hawaii

At-large member Laurie-Anne Sayles said her conference attendance benefitted the county.

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Why was Montgomery County Council member Laurie-Anne Sayles in Hawaii during budget deliberations? I got the records: www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

Before a critical budget debate, one council member flew to Hawaii

At-large member Laurie-Anne Sayles said her conference attendance benefitted the county.

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5 things to know about Montgomery County’s new budget! Featuring The Banner Montgomery politics reporter @ginnybixbywrites.bsky.social

Here’s your semi-regular reminder that heat is the deadliest form of extreme weather — stay hydrated, stay indoors if possible, and check in on vulnerable neighbors.

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The Baltimore area could see a high of 97 on Tuesday, nearing the record high temperature of 98 for this time of year in 1962, according to the National Weather Service.

from @elliew0lfe.bsky.social, a scoop in Annapolis: No Trump at Naval Academy this week, despite it being his "turn" in the rotation.

Trump will not speak at Naval Academy graduation, breaking tradition

The class of 2026 will hear from General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, instead of Trump.

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Menopause. The once avoided conversation is now everywhere online and in the news. Women left in the dark on what’s happening to their bodies are thirsting for information. Maryland wants to ensure doctors know how to help them. www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

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The Banner is a Pulitzer finalist for series on Baltimore’s school bus failures

Great afternoon listening to a panel of all 5 candidates for Montgomery County Executive, moderated by Baltimore Banner's @ginnybixbywrites.bsky.social @evanmglass.bsky.social @willjawando.bsky.social Montgomery County, MD is the most diverse in the entire US! #NoTaxHikes #Housing #Schools #Careers

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ICYMI: Montgomery County's budget deliberation continues to get spicy. www.thebanner.com/politics-pow...

Montgomery council members criticize Elrich budget proposal

Some council members warn that dipping into reserve funds could hurt the county’s fiscal health.

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