Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

Montgomery Community Media

@mymcmedia.bsky.social

380 followers 120 following 460 posts

Montgomery Community Media (MCM) is a community media center that is dedicated to connecting people and inspiring people to live their best lives. Montgomery County, MD https://www.mymcmedia.org/

www.mymcmedia.org

Posts Media Videos Starter Packs

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 8h

TUNE IN LIVE: Watch the Montgomery County Executive Candidates Forum 2025 put on by the Montgomery County Renters Alliance, hosted by MCM. www.youtube.com/live/nLgnywO...

Montgomery County Executive Candidates Forum 2025

YouTube video by Montgomery Community Media

www.youtube.com

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 8h

Whenever there is a government shutdown, it takes longer for hospitals and doctors to be reimbursed by Medicare and Medicaid. That could result in a cash flow backup for medical centers if the shutdown lasts awhile, she said. https://bit.ly/4pZcbgC

Adventist HealthCare Prepared To Weather Shutdown

Adventist HealthCare staff will continue to help those without insurance or enough money during the federal shutdown, although there is concerned that Medicare and Medicaid reimbursements will be slow in coming. Montgomery Community Media (MCM) is a c...

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 11h

According to the newly released 2025 Hunger Report by Capital Area Food Bank, 35% of Montgomery County residents are dealing with food insecurity. In the larger D.C. area, that rate is 36%. https://bit.ly/4mVIaM3

35% of County Residents Are Food Insecure

Food insecurity in the Washington, D.C., region continues to rise. According to the newly released 2025 Hunger Report by Capital Area Food Bank, 35% of Montgomery County residents are dealing… Read Mo...

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 12h

🎬 Casting Call: MCM is looking for a Host for a new TV + digital series exploring MoCo’s multicultural communities.

✔ Relatable + engaging on-camera
✔ Social media savvy
✔ Passion for community stories

📅 Apply by Oct. 10: https://www.mymcmedia.org/jobs/#show-host

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 12h

As a government shutdown continues, U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney, D-Md., said she will fight to make sure federal workers get back pay. https://bit.ly/3J21I3q

Rep. Delaney Vows to Protect Federal Workers' Back Pay During Shutdown

As a government shutdown continues, U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney (MD-6) said she will fight to make sure federal workers get back pay.

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 14h

RisuCon, MoCo's very own Comic Con, took over the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg over the weekend filled with cosplayers, live action role-players and more! Stay tuned later in this month for more in-depth coverage of the 3rd annual RisuCon! https://bit.ly/3VYjJCH

A Lootbox Extra | Cosplayers and RisuCon Takes Over the Fairgrounds

RisuCon, Montgomery County's very own Comic Con, took over the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg over the weekend filled with cosplayers, live action role-players and more! Stay tuned later in this month for more in-depth coverage of the 3rd...

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 16h

TONIGHT: Affordable housing and renters’ rights will be the topic on Oct. 8, at a forum co-sponsored by the Renters Alliance and MCM at our studios. It will be broadcast live on MCM Channels 19 and 21 and live on YouTube from 6-8 p.m. Stream: https://bit.ly/475zCMW

Montgomery County Executive Candidates Forum 2025

Montgomery Community Media (MCM) is a community media center that is dedicated to connecting people and inspiring people to live their best lives. 💻Stay connected! » Subscribe here: https://goo.gl/fi9sqQ » Subscribe to our newsletter: https://shor...

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 18h

It’s Wednesday, Oct. 8, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/46Hk8j3

5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 8, In Montgomery County

Here are five things to know in Montgomery County.

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 19h

21 This Week takes a closer look at Maryland Israel Development Center, with a discussion on whether Montgomery County should continue to contribute funding. Watch the segment: https://bit.ly/4mYoGGK

Will MoCo Reconsider Partnership with the Maryland Israel Development Center?

21 This Week takes a closer look at Maryland Israel Development Center, which a discussion on whether Montgomery County should continue to contribute funding. Host Casey Aiken discusses the potential impact with Marice Morales and Jackie Sackstein. Wat...

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 1d

The Hispanic Leadership Awards Gala, hosted by The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Montgomery County, will take place at the Hyatt Regency in Bethesda on October 16th and will be the Chamber’s 4th Annual Gala. https://bit.ly/4ocL6Fe

The Hispanic Leadership Awards Gala

This event will take place at the Hyatt Regency in Bethesda on October 16th and will be the Chamber's 4th Annual Gala. Montgomery Community Media (MCM) is a community media center that is dedicated to connecting people and inspiring people to live thei...

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 1d

As flag football leagues under the county’s Recreation Department get ready to wrap up for the season, on Sunday former Commanders players Rocky McIntosh (2006-2011) and Marcus Smith (2018) were at Wheaton High School to cheer the players on. https://bit.ly/3KXCTWS

Former Commanders Players Visit Flag Football Players in Wheaton

Former Washington Commanders players visited young athletes in Wheaton to show their support over the weekend.

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 1d

Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe has criticized the lack of geographic balance on county boards frequently. Tuesday, she took aim at the proposed slate of Library Board appointments. https://bit.ly/3ID9LUm

Balcombe Criticizes Lack of Upcounty Representation On Boards

Library Board lacks geographic diversity

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 1d

By carefully monitoring expenses and keeping a close eye on the number of medical tests ordered, the staff at AdventistHealthCare is prepared to weather the effects of the federal shutdown. https://bit.ly/46JerkQ

Adventist Doctor: Shutdown Affects Hospital Reimbursements, Not Patient Care

health care during federal shutdown

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 1d

Maryland has launched a loan program directed at essential federal employees who work without pay during the shutdown. https://bit.ly/48fLhuJ

Essential Federal Workers Eligible For Maryland Loan

Essential Maryland workers eligible for loan

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 1d

Montgomery County Police officers arrested a suspect who held a woman against her will Monday at 4:15 p.m. https://bit.ly/4pUMWMF

Police Pursuit Ends In Arrest Of 'Armed Acquaintance'

officers arrested a suspect who held a woman against her will

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 1d

A Rockville man died on Sunday morning after a crash on Montrose Road, according to Montgomery County police. https://bit.ly/42uVoYZ

Rockville Motorcyclist Killed in Montrose Road Crash

A Rockville man died after a crash on Montrose Road

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 1d

Thanks for supporting local media!

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 1d

It’s Tuesday, Oct. 7, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. www.mymcmedia.org/5-things-to-...

5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 7, In Montgomery County

Here are five things to know in Montgomery County.

www.mymcmedia.org

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 2d

The county’s 911 call center is considering using artificial intelligence to help handle non-emergency calls. https://bit.ly/3IU574b

Calling 911? Soon AI May Answer

Montgomery County's 911 center is considering using artificial intelligence to help handle non-emergency calls.

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 2d

Montgomery Community Media hosted Meet the Finalists: Sip and Savor – an introduction to the upcoming inaugural Black in Business Awards last Thursday. The event honors Black business owners across Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/4mTwmdh

Meet the Finalists: Black in Business Awards Celebrate Local Entrepreneurs

Montgomery Community Media hosted the Meet the Finalists: Sip and Savor - an introduction to the upcoming inaugural Black in Business Awards

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 2d

21 This Week takes a closer look at the federal government shutdown, which includes a discussion in its impact on Maryland. Watch the segment here: https://bit.ly/3IIHtI3

How Will the Government Shutdown Impact Maryland?

21 This Week takes a closer look at the federal government shutdown, which includes a discussion in its impact on Maryland. Host Casey Aiken discusses the potential impact with Marice Morales and Jackie Sackstein. Watch episode 814 here: https://youtu....

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 2d

ICYMI: “There is no state in the country that can fill the gap when the federal government abandons its citizens. But in Maryland, we will continue to stand in the gap, fight for our families, and bring costs down.” https://bit.ly/46BqiRO

Amid Shutdown, Gov. Moore, Maryland State & County Officials Vow to Help Residents Pay for Health Care

Maryland to help residents whose health insurance costs are rising.

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 2d

In Montgomery County, the Takoma Park and Silver Spring areas have been targeted most frequently by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and other federal agents. https://bit.ly/3IKAT3M

Federal Agents Target Takoma Park, Silver Spring

Immigration arrests In Takoma Park and Silver Spring

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 2d

The next county council will feature many new faces with five of the 11 members not seeking reelection and other members facing challengers in the primary on June 23, 2026. https://bit.ly/4n1B0WQ

Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 2d

It’s Monday, Oct. 6, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. https://bit.ly/3KCDXzt

5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 6, In Montgomery County

It's Thursday, Sept. 25, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County...

www.mymcmedia.org