Chamber Drums Up Support for Alcohol Monopoly Referendum; Many Maryland Officials Endorse Hillary Clinton

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November 18, 2015 7:12 a.m.

Chamber of Commerce wants support for bill to end county’s alcohol monopoly

In a legislative alert sent to members, the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chamber of Commerce says a bill to set up a referendum is “a real chance” to see the county’s monopoly on alcohol ended. [B-CC Chamber of Commerce]

Hillary Clinton’s campaign endorsed by more than 70 Maryland political figures

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The endorsements from much of the state’s Democratic establishment underscore how difficult it has been for former Gov. Martin O’Malley to gain traction in his bid for president. [Baltimore Sun]

Tonight’s White Flint 2 meeting to focus on transportation, connectivity issues

Planners want the community’s input on how to better connect the area divided by CSX rail tracks. [Planning Department]

Record number of second graders will attend Strathmore concerts this week

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Almost 12,500 second graders in the county’s school system will take field trips to Strathmore in North Bethesda for the the annual educational event that started Tuesday. [MCPS]

Drainage work means lane closures in Chevy Chase

At the request of the Town of Chevy Chase, the State Highway Administration (SHA) is reconstructing gutters along southbound Connecticut Avenue at Woodbine Street and Blackthorn Street to prevent standing water after rain. [SHA]

Light rain expected before heavier rain arrives Thursday

Wednesday’s forecast includes patchy drizzle and a high temperature near 61 degrees. [National Weather Service]

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