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Rangers Reunite with World Series Hero Jordan Montgomery
Daily MixFeb 11

Rangers Reunite with World Series Hero Jordan Montgomery

The Texas Rangers are bringing back left-handed pitcher Jordan Montgomery, who helped deliver their first-ever World Series championship in 2023. The one-year deal gives the comeback story another chapter as Montgomery recovers from Tommy John surgery.

MLB News2 min read
Montgomery Builds New $100M+ School for 2,000 Students
SolutionsMar 11

Montgomery Builds New $100M+ School for 2,000 Students

Montgomery Public Schools is constructing a brand new Percy Julian High School that will serve up to 2,000 students when it opens in 2028. The 440,000-square-foot campus represents a major investment in the future of Alabama education.

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read
Rookie Hits Walk-Off Homer in MLB Debut for White Sox
Sports2h ago

Rookie Hits Walk-Off Homer in MLB Debut for White Sox

Chicago White Sox rookie Braden Montgomery became just the fifth player in baseball history to hit a walk-off home run in his major league debut. The 23-year-old's incredible moment is part of a larger turnaround story for a team that went from worst in baseball to playoff contenders in just two years.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)2 min read
Purdue's Braden Smith Hits 1,000 Assists, Makes History
SportsFeb 27

Purdue's Braden Smith Hits 1,000 Assists, Makes History

Purdue point guard Braden Smith just became only the fifth player in Division I college basketball history to reach 1,000 career assists. The senior star reached the milestone during a game against Michigan State, cementing his legacy as one of college basketball's greatest playmakers.

ESPN2 min read
Maryland Awards $8.3M for Clean Energy in Montgomery County
SolutionsJun 4

Maryland Awards $8.3M for Clean Energy in Montgomery County

Montgomery County just landed over $8 million in state funding to power up 20 clean energy projects that will save taxpayers nearly half a million dollars every year. Solar panels, backup power systems, and energy upgrades are coming to recreation centers, health facilities, and parking areas across the community.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Purdue's Braden Smith Breaks NCAA Assists Record, Signs Deal
SportsMar 21

Purdue's Braden Smith Breaks NCAA Assists Record, Signs Deal

Braden Smith just became college basketball's all-time assists leader, and State Farm celebrated by signing him immediately after. The Purdue guard's record-breaking 1,077th career assist earned him a partnership with one of America's biggest brands.

Google News - Sports2 min read
Montgomery County Plants 5,000+ Trees, Wins National Award
Planet WinsApr 28

Montgomery County Plants 5,000+ Trees, Wins National Award

A Maryland county's reforestation program just earned national recognition for expanding tree cover and fighting climate change. Since 2020, over 5,000 residents have joined the effort to plant trees and cool their communities.

Google News - Reforestation2 min read
UCLA's Kiki Rice One Win from National Championship
SportsApr 4

UCLA's Kiki Rice One Win from National Championship

Montgomery County's Kiki Rice helped UCLA defeat Texas 51-44 in the women's Final Four, securing a spot in Sunday's national championship game. The Bethesda native and former Sidwell Friends star continues her remarkable journey from local phenom to college basketball's biggest stage.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
Texas Hat Party Raises $100K for Affordable Housing
Acts of KindnessMar 7

Texas Hat Party Raises $100K for Affordable Housing

A Texas fundraiser featuring country music stars Pat Green and Walt Wilkins raised nearly $100,000 to build affordable homes for local families. The Hats for Homes event brought Montgomery County together for an evening of burgers, custom hats, and hope.

Google: fundraiser success2 min read
Firefighters Save Blind Horse Trapped in Swimming Pool
Community Heroes4d ago

Firefighters Save Blind Horse Trapped in Swimming Pool

A blind horse is safe tonight after firefighters in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, pulled off a delicate rescue from a backyard swimming pool. The key to success? Trust, patience, and a little hay.

Google News - Firefighter Rescues2 min read
Students Pack 1,500 Donation Bags with Personal Notes
Acts of KindnessApr 16

Students Pack 1,500 Donation Bags with Personal Notes

Hundreds of Catholic school students in Montgomery County filled 1,500 bags with food and handwritten messages for families in need. The bags will support after-school programs helping local youth and families.

Google: charity donation2 min read
Firefighters Save Dog and Owner From Flipped Truck
Community HeroesJan 26

Firefighters Save Dog and Owner From Flipped Truck

When icy roads sent a truck sliding off the highway in Montgomery County, Missouri, firefighters made sure both driver and dog got out safely. Despite the scary rollover, neither sustained injuries in Saturday's winter weather rescue.

Google News - Firefighter Rescues2 min read
Hyundai Invests $200M in Alabama, Creates 200 Jobs
SolutionsMar 7

Hyundai Invests $200M in Alabama, Creates 200 Jobs

A major manufacturing expansion in Montgomery will create 200 new jobs and help replace America's aging electrical grid. Hyundai Power Transformers is betting big on Alabama's future with a $200 million investment.

Google News - Jobs Created2 min read
Florida Girls Lift First State Title After 4-Year Journey
SportsFeb 25

Florida Girls Lift First State Title After 4-Year Journey

Braden River High School's girls weightlifting team just made history, claiming their first-ever state championship. The squad of seniors started together as freshmen, turning four years of hard work into their school's newest trophy.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read
White Sox Rookies Make MLB History With Home Run Streak
SportsApr 23

White Sox Rookies Make MLB History With Home Run Streak

Two Chicago White Sox players just did something that's never happened in 150 years of Major League Baseball. Rookies Munetaka Murakami and Colson Montgomery homered in their fourth straight game together, smashing records along the way.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Google Invests $15B in Rural Missouri, $20M for Energy Bills
InnovationMay 21

Google Invests $15B in Rural Missouri, $20M for Energy Bills

Google is bringing 2,300 construction jobs and hundreds of permanent positions to rural Montgomery County, Missouri, with a $15 billion data center investment. The company is also launching a $20 million fund to help local families lower their energy bills.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Maryland County Wins $8.3M for Clean Energy Projects
Planet Wins6d ago

Maryland County Wins $8.3M for Clean Energy Projects

Montgomery County, Maryland just secured $8.3 million to power up 20 clean energy projects that will save taxpayers nearly half a million dollars every year. The funding will install solar backup systems at community centers, expand renewable energy across parks, and keep essential services running during emergencies.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Ironman Saves Cow, Gets Trampled, Breaks Leg—Still Finishes Run
Community HeroesMar 6

Ironman Saves Cow, Gets Trampled, Breaks Leg—Still Finishes Run

Elite New Zealand triathlete Braden Currie rescued an upside-down cow during a training run, only to have the ungrateful animal snap his leg with a single hoof. The toughest part? He didn't realize he'd broken his fibula until days later.

Stuff NZ3 min read
Maryland's Giant Microgrid Powers 400 Electric Buses
Planet WinsApr 30

Maryland's Giant Microgrid Powers 400 Electric Buses

Montgomery County just unveiled the country's largest transit microgrid that will power 400 electric buses without straining the grid. Even better, it will eventually make its own hydrogen fuel and save taxpayers millions.

Google News - Clean Energy2 min read
Maryland Girls Basketball Team Makes History After 28 Years
SportsMar 19

Maryland Girls Basketball Team Makes History After 28 Years

The Richard Montgomery Rockets girls basketball team reached their first state championship game since 1996, breaking a nearly three-decade drought. Led by two college commits, the team's historic run brought their community together for an unforgettable season.

Google News - Championship Win2 min read

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