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Takomagether — June 30, 2026

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Issue No. 004
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Today’s topics · Top News · Heat Wave · 4th of July · Politics & Elections · Takoma Park
Top News 01
   
Council explores rent-stabilization change
The city’s rent-stabilization debate has brought up racial equity, increased affordable housing and tenant displacement, but a recent flashpoint has been over a technical question of expanding a moratorium on rent control to developers of new housing.
Takoma Record · 2026-06-29 14:57
Noodle King Working To Reopen Following Kitchen Fire
Noodle King, a “Asian Noodle and Hong Kong cuisine” restaurant located at 12705 New Hampshire Ave. in Colesville, is temporarily closed following a recent kitchen fire. For a short period
MoCo Show · 2026-06-29 23:50
Silver Spring business releases 600,000 infected mosquitoes in DC area
In an innovative way to decrease the mosquito population, when one of the male ZAP mosquitoes being released mates with a female, she will no longer be able to produce offspring.
WTOP Maryland · 2026-06-29 10:54
Heat Wave 02
   
Health Officials Warn of Dangerous Heat Ahead of July 4 Holiday Weekend
Montgomery County health and emergency management officials are urging residents to take precautions as a prolonged period of dangerous heat and humidity is expected to impact the region from Wednesday,
MoCo Show · 2026-06-29 18:09
Heat dome to drive temperatures to triple digits this week
A prolonged heat wave will drive temperatures dangerously high in Maryland ahead of the Fourth of July weekend.
The Banner · 2026-06-29 15:04
4th of July 03
   
July 4 in DC: What to know about fireworks viewing zones, free Metro and more
NBC4 Washington · 2026-06-29 00:26
Metro Expands Service, Waives Fares For Fourth Of July Festivities
Metro is preparing for one of the busiest travel days of the year as hundreds of thousands of people are expected to head to Washington, D.C., for Fourth of July
MoCo Show · 2026-06-29 17:43
20 Fourth of July DC-area celebrations away from the National Mall
You don’t have to brave the crowds on the National Mall to find Fourth of July fireworks, parades and patriotic fun in the D.C. area.
WTOP Maryland · 2026-06-29 12:47
Police prepare for Fourth of July ‘teen takeovers’ at beaches in Maryland’s Eastern Shore
Police departments in the areas of Maryland’s Eastern Shore and Delaware are preparing and being proactive about the large gatherings.
WTOP Maryland · 2026-06-29 10:26
 
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Politics & Elections 04
   
Jawando, Wells set for Montgomery County executive race in November
The November race for Montgomery County executive in Maryland is starting to come together after a busy weekend in the Democratic primary.
WTOP Maryland · 2026-06-29 23:01
New laws go into effect in Virginia, Maryland and DC on July 1
Some of the laws that hit the books July 1, 2026, will affect law enforcement in Virginia, racehorses in Maryland and minimum wage workers in D.C.
WTOP Maryland · 2026-06-30 05:21
Lt. Gov. Miller and Maryland State leaders announce $96M for school mental health services statewide
The announcement comes as Montgomery County Public Schools continue balancing growing student mental health needs with significant budget shortfalls.
MyMCMedia · 2026-06-29 15:10
Maryland Launches 2026 SUN Bucks Program to Help Feed Children During Summer
Governor Wes Moore announced the launch of Maryland’s 2026 Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (SEBT) program, known as Maryland SUN Bucks, which provides food assistance to eligible children during the summer
MoCo Show · 2026-06-29 14:37
Takoma Park 05
   
Hospital razing to begin in September
Truckloads of debris from the razing the former Washington Adventist Hospital are expected to start moving through the city late this summer, according to a briefing officials gave at the June 24 city council meeting.
Takoma Record · 2026-06-29 09:34
City activists offer rent-stabilization remedies
Community Vision for Takoma (CVT), a local citizens advocacy group, submitted several proposals to the city council this week that focus on improving the condition of rent-stabilized properties. Their aim: minimize knocking down and replacing buildings, and displacing current residents.
Takoma Record · 2026-06-29 14:56
Washington D.C. Metro Area Named 2026’s 4th Most Educated Region in America, New Study Finds
The Washington metropolitan area, including many suburbs in Maryland, has been ranked the fourth most educated metropolitan area in the United States for 2026, according to a new report released
MoCo Show · 2026-06-29 07:22
 
The Week AheadJun 30 – 1
5 on the calendar
Takoma Park — six wards
Takoma Park · six wards
TUE
30
Council Session
9:30 AM · Council Office Building
TUE
30
Neighborhood Circle Time
10:30 AM · Library Program Room
WED
1
Library @ Crossroads: Free Book Giveaway
10:30 AM · Takoma Park Maryland Library
WED
1
City Council Regular Meeting
7:30 PM · Takoma Park Community Center > Auditorium - 7500 Maple Avenue Takoma Park MD 20912
WED
1
Oldtime Repertoire Class with Jonathan Vocke
8:30 PM · School of Musical Traditions
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