Bill Frick says restaurateurs support his bid to end county’s alcohol monopoly
The District 16 delegate wants to set up a referendum on the issue and says he has support from big-name chefs such as Jose Andres, the James Beard Award winner behind Jaleo and others. [Montgomery Community Media]
Equality for Eid Coalition looks to move fight to Frederick County
After winning an important victory Tuesday at the Montgomery County Board of Education, the co-chair of the group pushing for public schools to close on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha says Frederick County “presents the easiest opportunity” to be the next county to do so. [Saqib Ali/Facebook]
Kickstarter campaign for WHFS documentary is a success
The group behind the project raised more than $65,000. [Kickstarter]
Second public hearing on school construction budget tonight
Thursday in Rockville, the Board of Education will host the second of two public hearings on the recommended capital budget of Interim Superintendent Larry Bowers. [Board of Education]
City of Rockville election results confirmed
The city’s Board of Supervisors of Elections confirmed the results that will put Bridget Donnell Newton in the mayor’s seat for the second straight term. It will be the first four-year term in the city’s history for Newton and the four council members also elected. [City of Rockville]
Rain possible Thursday
There’s a chance of a thunderstorm before noon and rain showers between noon and 3 p.m. [National Weather Service]
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