Zuri Berry

We're looking to hire a Commanders reporter, a Nationals reporter and a columnist/general assignment reporter to get things started. We want people who relish the idea of working in the same market as Svrluga, Kilgore, Jhabvala, Buckner, Wallace, Nusbaum/etc.

Huge announcement and commitment. The Banner is going to cover DC teams. thebanner.com/banner-pr/bann…

The Banner is committed to telling stories about the people and issues others overlook. Consider joining us! DM me for details. job-boards.greenhouse.io/thebaltimoreba… @bannerpgcounty @BaltimoreBanner

The state Department of Transportation’s grant program has promised up to $50,000 for impacted businesses along the Purple Line — a potential windfall as they struggle to stay afloat. But nearly all awards have been a fraction of that amount. buff.ly/G7Wny5b

MCPS is Code Yellow: Delayed Opening for Monday, Dec. 15, with schools and offices opening two hours late. Morning, all-day, and after-school childcare programs may operate as scheduled; families are encouraged to check directly with their childcare provider.

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Coming up on Tuesday, we'll be holding a community listening session in Rockville. We're interested in hearing from Montgomery County residents about what they consider important and where we should focus our attention. Link to register below.

Unofficial Results - Two City Council Seats Lisa Henderson - 4,202 votes (37.04%) Jim McNulty - 3,515 votes (30.99%) Chris Thoms - 2,069 votes (18.24%) Omodamola Williams - 1,557 votes (13.73%)

Unofficial Results – Mayoral Race Jud Ashman 4,364 votes (73.77%) Tiffany Kelly 1,552 votes (26.23%)

The Purple Line is slated to open in late 2027. In the meantime, shop owners in Fenton Village and elsewhere along the rail corridor say they’re not getting enough support to make up for their losses. buff.ly/fZNRstQ

I had a wonderful day in Poolesville talking with people about some community needs. #montgomerycountymd #poolesvillemd

We’re holding our first community listening session on Tuesday, Aug. 26, at the Silver Spring Civic Building at Veterans Plaza. This is your opportunity to meet The Banner’s journalists and senior leaders. Come with your questions and story ideas! #montgomerycountymd

Coming soon. We’re just getting things sorted out around here. #montgomerycountymd #localnews