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The Washington Post calls for ending Montgomery County’s alcohol monopoly
In an editorial, the paper wrote, “How many times, and for how many years, must the county demonstrate notwithstanding its proficiency in running libraries, maintaining parks or educating children, it is inept at the liquor business?” [The Washington Post]
Couldn't agree more w/ @WashingtonPost's Editorial Board: "It’s time to end Montgomery County’s monopoly on booze." https://t.co/uGIQn4a7G2
— Peter Franchot (@peterfranchot) January 19, 2016
Finalists selected for $10,000 Bernard/Ebb Songwriting Awards
The Bethesda Urban Partnership has chosen six songwriters, including Jason Byrd of Bethesda, as the finalists for the $10,000 songwriting competition. A winner will be chosen March 4 at Bethesda Blues and Jazz Club. [Bethesda Urban Partnership]
Purple Line front-runner rumored
The Washington Post cited a report by the subscription-only P3 Bulletin that Purple Line Transit Partners is believed to be the front-runner to win the bid to construct and operate the Purple Line. [The Washington Post]
State legislators from Montgomery County discuss General Assembly priorities
More than a dozen legislators shared their thoughts on the bills they plan to pursue during the General Assembly, which began last week and is scheduled to end in April. [Montgomery County Sentinel]
Guerci to seek reelection to school board
Eric Guerci, the Bethesda-Chevy Chase High School junior who has served as the student member of the Montgomery County Board of Education this school year, is running for reelection. Guerci tweeted Tuesday he missed 30 days of school while serving on the school board this semester. [Twitter]
Slight chance of snow showers
Wednesday is expected to be partly sunny with a high near 31 degrees and a slight chance of snow showers after 4 p.m.
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