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District 20 Legislators to Sponsor Eviction Protection Bill
Two state legislators from District 20 revealed plans yesterday to introduce legislation that would help protect tenants struggling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Sen. Will Smith (D) and Del. Jheanelle Wilkins (D) will be the lead sponsors of the COVID-19 Eviction Relief Act in the 2021 session of the state legislature.
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Upcoming Events, Nov. 8-15
The 10th annual Community Stories film festival from Docs in Progress is this week, as is the annual Community Bridges Girl Legacy gala. Other highlights include a fundraiser for veterans at UP studios, several recitals at Levine Music, a census workshop, and an online chat with the county executive.
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New County Executive, At-Large Council Members Elected
Montgomery County elected a new county executive for the first time since 2006, and will send three new at-large members to Rockville to serve on the County Council. Councilmember Marc […]
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Elrich Leading Blair, Riemer, Glass, Jawando, Albornoz Among Winners
Councilmember Hans Riemer interviewed during a post-election party at the Quarry House Tavern. Photo by Mike Diegel. Councilmember Marc Elrich (D-At Large) holds a slight lead over businessman David Blair […]
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Legislature Passes Bond Bills Granting Funds to Two Local Nonprofits
The state legislature yesterday passed bond bills that will provide matching grants to help two nonprofits move into new spaces in the Silver Spring Library.
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Wilkins wins nomination to fill District 20 delegate seat
Jheanelle Wilkins, a member of the Montgomery County Democratic Central Committee, was chosen by that group on the third ballot last night as the nominee to fill the vacant delegate seat in District 20.
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Candidates Focus on Experience, Priorities During District 20 Forum
With little to differentiate each other in terms of policy, candidates for state delegate focused on their priorities, background and experience to try to stand out before a standing-room-only crowd attending a forum Thursday night at the Silver Spring Civic Building.