Community Corner

Aug. 13: County Fair, Mansion Backlash and Tax-Free Shopping

Plus, a string of thefts from parking garages in Silver Spring.

1. The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair continues this week. What do you like most about the fair? Share with your neighbors by writing a blog post.


2. NEWS NEARBY >> Seems there’s a big house backlash in Rockville. Read more on Rockville Patch.


3. AROUND TOWN >> This week is Maryland’s tax-free shopping week! No sales tax for clothing or footwear until Aug. 17.

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4. ICYMI >> Cash, clothing, cell phones and GPS devices were stolen during a string of thefts from vehicles in Silver Spring earlier this month, Montgomery County police said.


5. PATCH TIP >>  How to make an announcement about something going on in the Silver Spring community.

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