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Edwards struggling to keep up with Van Hollen’s fundraising in Senate race
With a little under five months until the April 26 Democratic primary, Rep. Donna Edwards is significantly trailing her challenger Rep. Chris Van Hollen by millions of dollars in fundraising, but outside groups supporting Edwards, including the influential Emily’s List, say the race won’t be decided on money alone. [The Washington Post]
Maryland tax filing season to begin later this month
Comptroller Peter Franchot announced Tuesday that his office will begin processing individual tax returns Jan. 19 and business returns Jan. 9. [Maryland Comptroller’s Office]
Ledecky named to Forbes 30 Under 30
Bethesda resident and Olympic champion swimmer Katie Ledecky was among the 30 athletes named to Forbes 30 Under 30 list this month. The swimmer, 18, is preparing for the 2016 Rio Olympics, where she is expected to win several events.
Town of Chevy Chase to draft position paper on Downtown Bethesda Plan
As the Montgomery County Planning Board works through updating the downtown Bethesda Sector Plan, the Town of Chevy Chase is scheduled to draft a position paper Thursday on the plan that will guide development over the next 20 or 30 years. The town plans to send copies of the position paper to residents once it’s completed. [Town of Chevy Chase]
Students spend first day at new Wheaton High School
Students spent their first day of classes inside the new Wheaton High School earlier this week after a two-year revitalization and expansion project was completed. [YouTube]
WMATA’s budget breakdown
In a new series of blog posts, the Washington Metro Area Transit Authority is breaking down its operating and capital budgets in an effort to help users understand how it’s funded and how the money is spent. [Metro’s Planning Blog]
Weather
A sunny day with a high of 40 degrees is expected with a low dropping into the upper-20s tonight. [National Weather Service]
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