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March 17, 2026
Montgomery County schools announce more changes to this year’s school calendar
Montgomery County Public Schools adds an early‑release day and signals more calendar changes may follow.
March 17, 2026
Short car rides can turn into valuable talking time with your child
Parents can use short car rides to strengthen communication with their kids, build trust and check in on their well-being.
March 17, 2026
How Trump’s ‘Schedule Policy/Career’ plan could reshape federal agencies
The Trump administration is moving to reclassify up to 50,000 federal employees in policy-influencing roles into a new category with fewer civil‑service protections.
March 16, 2026
More strong winds in the DC region after earlier severe storms cause flooding
Much of the area is under a moderate risk for severe storms, according to the National Weather Service. Some storms could produce winds of 65 to 75 mph, and isolated tornadoes are possible.
March 16, 2026
How did DOGE cuts impact DC’s economy? New OPM data offers insight
D.C. lost over 22,000 federal jobs in 2025, a step experts say is the result of broader shifts in the government workforce last year and one the city had anticipated as it plans future budgets.
March 16, 2026
Costco recalls meatloaf sold in DC region for possible salmonella
Costco is telling customers not to eat any part of the product, called Meatloaf with Mashed Yukon Potatoes and Glaze, with sell-by dates between March 5 and 16.
March 16, 2026
Report shows continuing challenges staffing Montgomery Co. police
According to a report by Montgomery County Council's legislative staff, the Montgomery County Police Department has a 14% vacancy rate.
March 16, 2026
What’s your plan if you lose power? Here’s what not to do
Staying safe during a power outage depends on actions you take, and actions you don't.
March 16, 2026
Kennedy Center votes to shut down operations for 2 years and names a new president
The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
March 16, 2026
Warner files for reelection, launching bid for fourth US Senate term
Sen. Mark Warner, a Democrat who has represented Virginia in the Senate since 2009, said his campaign kickoff tour focused on listening to voters concerned about rising costs and the future of the economy.
March 16, 2026
Prince William Co. middle school basketball program has 100-game winning streak
Some athletic coaches believe a player or team learns more from a loss than a win — the coaches of the Potomac Shores Middle School boys' basketball team haven't needed to teach that lesson yet.
March 16, 2026
The lesson from ‘Sinners’: ‘The blues is at the heart of all of our music’
The score from "Sinners" reveals the blues' deep cultural and historical connections.
March 16, 2026
Cherry blossom watch 2026: Is it peak bloom yet?
When the D.C.-area weather cooperates, the final stage of the cherry blossom’s bloom cycle can last about a week. Check out the latest updates and keep up with their progress.
March 16, 2026
Hundreds gather on National Mall for DC Tulip Day
Hundreds gathered on the National Mall Sunday to usher in the start of spring with D.C.’s Tulip Day.
March 16, 2026
DC Water: Rain will help rinse C&O Canal, now that sewage flow is restored to Potomac Interceptor
Crews have been vacuuming sludge from the canal, and D.C. Water said Monday's expected rain will be helpful.
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