PROGRAMS THIS WEEK
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American Veteran |  |
| On this month’s American Veteran Colonoscopy Screening in Charleston, S.C. where a VA doctor is raising awareness about colon cancer; enhanced educational benefits under the new G.I. Bill; the VA Nursing Academy; and information about the Wall Street Warfighters Foundation that trains disabled veterans for careers in the world of high finance. (CC) | ||
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Be On the Lookout | |
| On this episode we'll profile two armed bank heists with high quality photos of the robbers. We'll also take you to the county's DNA lab and speak with the Chief scientist about how the lab helped capture a home invasions suspect through DNA evidence. Check out our busy ride-along segment in downtown Silver Spring that features a family whose son was in an after-school altercation that left him unconscious and in the hospital. It was a pedal to the metal night including several traffic stops and calls for disorderly conduct as well as the hunt for an armed robber who ran for the DC line. Tune in for updates on the murder of a teen in Gaithersburg and the assault of another Gaithersburg woman by three men. (CC) | ||
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Coming Attractions | |
| Host Eliot Pfanstiehl and Donna T. Keating talk with Luis Garay about the Afro-Latin jazz rhythms of Percussion World; Maurice Johnson, Director and Jonny Perl lead student actor for "Fiddle on the Roof, Jr." at A. Mario Loiederman Middle School; and Malca Giblin, Producer and Mark Hidalgo, cast member of “The Great American Trailer Park Musical” and Barry’s Magic Shop takes center stage in our video profile. (CC) | ||
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Council In Brief | |
| The council adopts its Fiscal Year 2010 Operating Budget. We'll talk with councilmembers about what this budget has to offer in light of these difficult economic times. (CC) | ||
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Council Close Up | |
| A Rapid Ride - Councilmember Marc Elrich , Wes Guckert from the Traffic Group and WMATA board member Chris Zimmerman explain how a rapid bus transit system could solve some of our transportation woes sooner rather than later. (CC) | ||
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CC Town Hall Meeting | |
| The Montgomery County Council met with residents at Kingsview Middle School in Germantown to hear and discuss their concerns. (CC) | ||
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CE Town Hall Meeting | |
| County Executive Ike Leggett hears from residents in the Wheaton area. (CC) | ||
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County Report | |
| The MD Urban Search And Rescue Team provided critical support after the Metro crash in Washington DC, on this episode we'll show you how they stay prepared for search and rescue operations including natural disasters like hurricanes. Next, we'll catch up with Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley and County Executive Leggett for an energy efficiency audit to see how basic home weatherization steps can add up to hundreds of dollars in savings on utility bills for homeowners. Qualifying residents may be eligible for assistance through State and County programs. Another important program the Montgomery County Housing Initiative Fund, will increase the quality of life for hundreds of homeless at a new housing facility. .(CC) | ||
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Check Us Out | |
| Learn more about the Montgomery County Public Libraries! (CC) | ||
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Consumer Compass | |
| Eric Freidman, director of the Office of Consumer Protection, steers us in the right direction regarding household moves, towing rules and regulations, and how to book a speaker for your next event. You will also learn more about Consumer Protection and what services they can offer you. Point(s) taken! (CC) | ||
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Destination Recreation | |
| Falls are a leading cause serious injuries for the elderly. In the Aging in Place special series for Destination Recreation, Host Helen Abrahams introduces Charlotte Wade with Vita Domas who give us strategies and ideas inexpensive home designs to help prevent falls.(CC) | ||
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Destination Recreation Seminars | |
| Join Helen Abrahams in this special seminar on humor and aging. Learn how to plan fun and humor in your life everyday! Helen gives participants a host of ideas to find laughter in their lives. Remember: Laughing Matters or “He who laughs, Lasts” Smiles atchya! (CC) | ||
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The Decision Makers | |
| George Leventhal has been active in the political arena for many years. Currently a member of the Montgomery County Council, he also enjoys being a dad, a graduate student, and a world traveler. Meet Councilmember Leventhal on this episode of THE DECISION MAKERS. (CC) | ||
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Did You Know | |
| Join host Delphine Harriston as she takes us behind the scenes of three Montgomery County facilities: the MC Public Library Distribution Center in Gaithersburg; the greenhouses that grow plants and flowers for Brookside Gardens in Wheaton; and the WSSC Wastewater Treatment Plant in Germantown. (CC) | ||
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Faces | |
| Michael Bruen interviews Steve Silverman, the new Director of the County’s Department of Economic Development. (CC) | ||
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Growing Right | |
| In this episode - The Planning Board gives its approval to a new project that could help revitalize the eastern part of the county, presentation of the Highway Mobility Report, and we'll learn about a new competition that could shape the way we view growth in this county. (CC) | ||
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Go Montgomery | |
| Esther Bowring interviews Lieutenant Paul Starks, Media Services Division Director of the County's Department of Police and Jeff Dunckel, Pedestrian Safety Coordinator of the Department of Transportation about the program to use speed cameras in slowing traffic down and reducing aggressive driving. (CC) | ||
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Hidden Treasures | |
| Go behind the scenes of another of Montgomery County's HIDDEN TREASURES as we highlight community theatres. ACT I: Montgomery Playhouse and Leisure World's Fun and Fancy Theatre Group. (CC) | ||
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Inside Annapolis | |
| Inside Annapolis wraps up the 2009 session with highlights from the press conference with County Executive Ike Leggett, Senator Rich Madaleno, Delegate Brian Feldman and other members of the County Delegation. Host Jessica Fusillo looks back at the Delegation's legislative proposals and what actually passed through the General Assembly. (CC) | ||
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Make a Difference | |
| Bonnie Joe Ayers interviews guests from the Red Wiggler Community Farm: Liz Phelan, Volunteer coordinator and Sue Skeith, a Volunteer. (CC) | ||
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Montgomery County Comments | |
| Mary Anderson interviews JoAnn Barnes, an Administrator with the Montgomery County Health and Human Services and Wendy Enderson, Communications Specialist with the Family Services, Inc. about a new initiative with partners in the public and private sector making it easier for residents in targeted zip codes to apply for a variety of assistance programs. (CC) | ||
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Montgomery Plans | |
| Everyone needs a place to live, but finding the right kind of home – and being able afford it – is getting harder and harder. Learn how the Planning Board is looking for new ways to plan for housing that meets the diverse needs of Montgomery County residents – both present and future. (CC) | ||
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One on One | |
| Holly Woerner interviews County Executive Leggett about current issues and initiatives in Montgomery County.(CC) | ||
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The Parks Show | |
| July is National Park and Recreation Month--celebrate it with Montgomery Parks! Meet Parks Director Mary Bradford and find out about a new park initiative: "Parks Matter." Then, join roving reporter Kelli Holsendolph as she tracks down four park employees with odd jobs: a Zamboni Dirver, an Aquatic Biologist, a Tree Climber, and the always adorable Woody the Tree! (CC) | ||
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Paths to the Present | |
| Meet six high school seniors who represented Montgomery County at Maryland History Day at the state level, and see clips of their documentaries. (CC) | ||
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Performance Moves | |
| Host Paul Gordon Emerson meets up with Suzan Jenkins, the new CEO for Montgomery County’s Arts and Humanities Council at Magical Montgomery. Magical Montgomery celebrates the arts and artists in Montgomery County. Host Regina Di Medio Marazza continues her conversation with Maestra Marin Alsop, Music Director for the BSO and the first BSO-Peabody Conduction Fellow, Joseph Young and more. (CC) | ||
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Press Conference | |
| Governor Martin O’Malley join by County Exec. Isiah Leggett held a local town hall meeting at Leisure World of Maryland right here in Montgomery County. The topic of discussion was the state of Maryland’s economy and public education system. (CC) | ||
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Press Event | |
| Montgomery County announces new initiatives to fight gang related crime. (CC) | ||
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Resident Call-In | |
| County Executive Leggett and County Council President Andrews answer citizen telephone questions and emails. (CC) | ||
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Seniors Today | |
| Austin Heyman explores the follow-up to last fall’s Senior Summit, music opportunities for seniors, and best practices for persons with Alzheimer's disease. (CC) | ||
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Tertulia | |
ENGLISH: As a response to the increase in pedestrian fatalities, Montgomery County has launched a new educational outreach program to explain the concepts of pedestrian safety. As part of the outreach effort, a video has been created that demonstrates these concepts. For more information about this new initiative and the video, watch Tertulia. |
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