The 108 Report

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A five-minute daily news briefing for Sandy Spring, Ashton, Brookeville, and Olney, Maryland — the Route 108 corridor. Local news, events, history, and a concrete way to get involved, every morning at five thirty. The 108 Report is hosted by AI personalities — Claire, Maya, and Walter — and says so on every episode.

  1. 21 hr ago

    The 108 Report — Thursday, September 10, 2026

    • Rockville, Montgomery County to Commemorate 25th Anniversary of 9/11 MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/28/rockville-montgomery-county-to-commemorate-25th-anniversary-of-9-11/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/5-things-to-know-today-sept-10-in-montgomery-county-4/ Montgomery County News (montgomerycountymd.gov): https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/montgomery-county-city-rockville-host-september-11-remembrance-event-friday-sept-11-9-am • Ashton United Methodist Church Fun Fest 2026 Ashton United Methodist Church events: https://www.ashtonchurch.org/fun-fest-2026 • SSVFD Annual 9/11 Candlelight Remembrance Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department: https://ssvfd.org/saturday-september-26-2026-ssvfd-annual-open-house/ Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department: https://ssvfd.org/ssvfd-annual-9-11-candlelight-remembrance/ Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department: https://ssvfd.org/ssvfd-supports-fdny-families-after-9-11/ • The Manor at Silo Falls hosts live music with Hepcat The Manor at Silo Falls events: https://themanoratsilofalls.com/upcoming-events/ • Montgomery County Board Vacancies - July 29, 2026 • School Board Meeting Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/5-things-to-know-today-sept-10-in-montgomery-county-4/ • Historic Ag Reserve Property Tour • Montgomery County’s Newest Pizzeria Announces Soft Opening Date MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/09/montgomery-countys-newest-pizzeria-announces-soft-opening-date/ This show is brand new — story tips, sources we should follow, ideas, partnerships: https://the108report.com/feedback

  2. 1 day ago

    The 108 Report — Wednesday, September 9, 2026

    • Mediterranean Orchestra at Sandy Spring Museum • An Afternoon with Author Liza Losada - In-person MCPL Olney Library events: https://mcpl.libnet.info/event/17037608 • It's Olney Time at Olney Farmers and Artists Market Olney Civic Fund events: https://www.olneycivicfund.org/its-olney-time.html • Montgomery Psychological Services, LLC Ribbon Cutting Olney Chamber of Commerce events: https://business.olneymd.org/events/details/montgomery-psychological-services-llc-ribbon-cutting-7614 • Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9: TPS Protections End for Salvadoran Immigrants, 988 Awareness, and Paying Tribute to the 11 County Residents Killed on 9/11 Montgomery County News (montgomerycountymd.gov): https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/montgomery-county-executive-marc-elrichs-weekly-media-briefing-1230-pm-wednesday-sept-9-tps-protections-end-salvadoran-immigrants-988-awareness-paying-tribute-11-county-residents-killed-911 • Nothing Bundt Cakes Giving Away Free Cakes at All Locations MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/08/nothing-bundt-cakes-giving-away-free-cakes-at-all-locations/ • Parrot back again on Friends House Road, Sandy Spring • Local teachers union announces latest endorsements ahead of general election MoCo360: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2026/09/08/local-teachers-union-announces-endorsements-general-election/ • The Early History of Radio in Maryland with Brian Belanger This show is brand new — story tips, sources we should follow, ideas, partnerships: https://the108report.com/feedback

  3. 2 days ago

    The 108 Report — Tuesday, September 8, 2026

    • SSVFD Annual 9/11 Candlelight Remembrance Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department: https://ssvfd.org/saturday-september-26-2026-ssvfd-annual-open-house/ Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department: https://ssvfd.org/ssvfd-annual-9-11-candlelight-remembrance/ • Transcribe-a-Thon at Sandy Spring Museum • Sandy Spring Museum Volunteer Day • Rockville, Montgomery County to Commemorate 25th Anniversary of 9/11 MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/28/rockville-montgomery-county-to-commemorate-25th-anniversary-of-9-11/ • Jane Sween Research Library and Special Collections temporary closure • Revisiting the Du-Drop Inn: When Emory Grove was the Center of Black Culture - Montgomery History • La Casita to Celebrate 10 Years in Gaithersburg MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/29/la-casita-to-celebrate-10-years-in-gaithersburg/ • Where will Ethan go to school? • FIC: Join us Today/ Únete a nosotros hoy mismo This show is brand new — story tips, sources we should follow, ideas, partnerships: https://the108report.com/feedback

  4. 3 days ago

    The 108 Report — Monday, September 7, 2026

    • Spyros Koliavasilis presents Mediterranean Soundscapes: a Workshop on the Art of Greek Rebetiko at Sandy Spring Museum • Sandy Spring Museum's Dr. Bird's Carriage Ride Fundraiser • Pools Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/5-things-to-know-today-sept-4-in-montgomery-county-3/ • Major Red Line Closure Begins Monday And Runs Through September 6 MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/07/04/major-red-line-closure-begins-monday-and-runs-through-september-6/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/10/metro-shares-progress-update-on-red-line-construction-during-summer-shutdown/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/24/wmata-provides-updated-details-on-red-line-closure-through-september-6/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/05/full-red-line-service-to-resume-monday-following-nine-week-closure/ • Police Offering Free Catalytic Converter Etching to Combat Theft MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/27/police-offering-free-catalytic-converter-etching-to-combat-theft/ • MD 355 Bus-Only Lanes to Reopen to All Vehicles on Labor Day MoCo360: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2026/09/04/red-line-shuttle-bus-lanes-reopen/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/03/md-355-bus-only-lanes-to-reopen-to-all-vehicles-on-labor-day/ Moderately MoCo: https://moderatelymoco.com/red-line-returns-monday-as-crews-begin-removing-md-355s-temporary-bus-lanes/ • MCDOT's August 2026 Go Montgomery! Newsletter - Howard County Flash Extension Opening Tuesday, Sept. 8 Montgomery County News (montgomerycountymd.gov): https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/mcdot-launch-expanded-us-29-flash-bus-rapid-transit-service-four-new-stops-howard-county-tuesday-sept-8 Source of the Spring: https://www.sourceofthespring.com/silver-spring-news/2920187/flash-blue-brt-expands-from-silver-spring-to-columbia/ • August MCPS Dates To Remember MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/06/august-mcps-dates-to-remember/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/07/mcps-unveils-new-family-friendly-school-calendar-for-2026-2027/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/29/26-principals-begin-new-roles-across-mcps/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/key-academic-dates-for-upcoming-school-year/ • Sherwood High School staff member recovers after cardiac arrest Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/sherwood-high-school-staff-member-cardiac-arrest/ Sherwood HS weekly newsletter (principal update): https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/shs-weekly-newsletter/principal-update This show is brand new — story tips, sources we should follow, ideas, partnerships: https://the108report.com/feedback

  5. 4 days ago

    The 108 Report — Sunday, September 6, 2026

    • Olney Theatre Center opens Some Like It Hot on Bernard Family Theatre stage Olney Theatre Center: What's Playing: https://www.olneytheatre.org/whats-playing • Sherwood High School Homecoming dance scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026 Sherwood HS weekly newsletter (principal update): https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/shs-weekly-newsletter/principal-update • Meadowside Nature Center reopens following significant renovations MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/02/meadowside-nature-center-reopens-following-first-major-renovation-since-opening-in-1972/ Montgomery Parks News: https://montgomeryparks.org/meadowside-nature-center-reopens-following-significant-renovations/ • Montgomery County to Recognize 988 Day on Tuesday, Sept. 8 MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/05/montgomery-county-raises-awareness-of-988-suicide-crisis-lifeline/ Montgomery County News (montgomerycountymd.gov): https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/montgomery-county-recognize-988-day-tuesday-sept-8 • New Ride On Bus Service Changes Begin on Sunday, September 6, to Improve Efficiency and Service Delivery MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/06/ride-on-expands-flash-service-into-howard-county/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/29/ride-on-schedule-changes-coming-to-20-routes-flash-service-expanding-to-howard-county/ Montgomery County News (montgomerycountymd.gov): https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/ride-bus-service-changes-will-begin-sunday-sept-6-improve-efficiency-service-delivery • The Scan: Voters will vote on redistricting this fall MoCo360: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2026/09/04/maryland-supreme-court-redistricting-ballot-question/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/04/maryland-supreme-court-clears-question-3-for-november-ballot/ Moderately MoCo: https://moderatelymoco.com/question-3-maryland-supreme-court-november-ballot-language-rewritten/ • Sherwood High School senior class photo sessions available Sherwood HS weekly newsletter (principal update): https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/shs-weekly-newsletter/principal-update • Road closures and metro shutdowns set to test Montgomery County commuters this summer Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/road-closures-and-metro-shutdowns-set-to-test-montgomery-county-commuters-this-summer/ • Ballot petition to cap county spending fails Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/ballot-petition-to-cap-county-spending-fails/ • Four things to know about MCPS’ new cell phone rules MoCo360: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2026/08/07/mcps-new-cell-phone-rules/ Sherwood HS weekly newsletter (principal update): https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/shs-weekly-newsletter/principal-update • New Merchandise Available at Brookeville Beer Farm This show is brand new — story tips, sources we should follow, ideas, partnerships: https://the108report.com/feedback

  6. 5 days ago

    The 108 Report — Saturday, September 5, 2026

    • Montgomery County Board Vacancies - July 29, 2026 • Friday at the Museum: Special September Hours National Capital Trolley Museum events: https://www.dctrolley.org/calendar/friday-at-the-museum-special-september-hours National Capital Trolley Museum events: https://www.dctrolley.org/calendar/friday-at-the-museum-special-september-hours-2py3h National Capital Trolley Museum events: https://www.dctrolley.org/calendar/friday-at-the-museum-special-september-hours-2py3h-99pnf National Capital Trolley Museum events: https://www.dctrolley.org/calendar/friday-at-the-museum-special-september-hours-tsz5a • 5 things to know today, July 16, in Montgomery County MoCo360: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2026/09/04/whats-open-whats-closed-in-montgomery-county-on-labor-day/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/5-things-to-know-today-july-16-in-montgomery-county-4/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/5-things-to-know-today-july-17-in-montgomery-county-4/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/5-things-to-know-today-sept-4-in-montgomery-county-3/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/video-game-developers-protest-layoffs-at-zenimax-bethesda-game-studios/ • Elrich blasts Stop the Spend charter proposal as petition drive advances MoCo360: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2026/07/22/elrich-blasts-stop-the-spend-charter-proposal-as-petition-drive-advances/ MoCo360: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2026/07/22/stop-the-spend-effort-submits-more-than-11000-signatures-in-push-to-get-charter-amendment-in-front-of-voters/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/elrich-reacts-to-stop-the-spend-petition-defeat/ • Montgomery County to Kick Off National Hispanic Heritage Month With Wheaton Unity Festival on Sept. 19 Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/wheaton-festival-to-celebrate-hispanic-culture-and-community/ Montgomery County News (montgomerycountymd.gov): https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/montgomery-county-kick-national-hispanic-heritage-month-wheaton-unity-festival-sept-19 • We Want to Hear from You! Share Your Thoughts on the Glenmont Express Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/mcdot-evalua-futuro-del-servicio-expres-de-glenmont-tras-cierre-de-linea-roja/ Montgomery County News (montgomerycountymd.gov): https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/mcdot-asks-ride-riders-take-survey-glenmont-express-shuttle • Montgomery County Holiday Schedule for Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 7 MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/02/whats-open-and-whats-closed-on-labor-day-2/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/03/montgomery-county-announces-labor-day-transportation-schedule/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/5-things-to-know-today-sept-3-in-montgomery-county-4/ Montgomery County News (montgomerycountymd.gov): https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/montgomery-county-holiday-schedule-labor-day-monday-sept-7 Montgomery County News (montgomerycountymd.gov): https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/transportation-related-schedule-labor-day-holiday-observed-monday-sept-7 • Concern for Missing 18-Year-Old MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/25/concern-for-missing-18-year-old-10/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/04/community-rallies-around-family-of-18-year-old-following-her-passing/ Montgomery County News (montgomerycountymd.gov): https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/concern-missing-eighteen-year-old-2 • Purple Line Construction Disrupts Red Line Travel in Bethesda Source of the Spring: https://www.sourceofthespring.com/silver-spring-news/2917286/purple-line-construction-disrupts-red-line-travel-in-bethesda/ • Sherwood High School begins MAP testing week of August 31-September 4 Sherwood HS weekly newsletter (principal update): https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/shs-weekly-newsletter/principal-update This show is brand new — story tips, sources we should follow, ideas, partnerships: https://the108report.com/feedback

  7. 6 days ago

    The 108 Report — Friday, September 4, 2026

    • Olney Community Youth Choir Sandy Spring Friends Meeting calendar: https://www.sandyspring.org/calendar • 5 things to know today, July 16, in Montgomery County Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/5-things-to-know-today-july-16-in-montgomery-county-4/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/5-things-to-know-today-july-17-in-montgomery-county-4/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/5-things-to-know-today-sept-4-in-montgomery-county-3/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/video-game-developers-protest-layoffs-at-zenimax-bethesda-game-studios/ • SSVFD Annual 9/11 Candlelight Remembrance Sandy Spring Volunteer Fire Department: https://ssvfd.org/ssvfd-annual-9-11-candlelight-remembrance/ • FIC: Join us Today/ Únete a nosotros hoy mismo • Montgomery County Board Vacancies - August 21, 2026 • New Chick-fil-A Expected to Open Late This Summer MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/07/23/new-chick-fil-a-expected-to-open-late-this-summer/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/03/chick-fil-a-announces-grand-opening-date/ • MCPS Bid to Dismiss Wootton School Challenge Rejected as Case Moves Forward Before Administrative Judge MoCo360: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2026/07/21/wootton-case-moves-forward/ MoCo360: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2026/09/03/wootton-case-update/ Moderately MoCo: https://moderatelymoco.com/mcps-bid-to-dismiss-wootton-school-challenge-rejected-as-case-moves-forward-before-administrative-judge/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mcps-bid-to-dismiss-wootton-school-challenge-rejected-as-case-moves-forward-before-administrative-judge • What are we going to do about the incinerator? • MARC Train to Launch Direct Weekday Service Between Montgomery County and Baltimore MoCo360: https://bethesdamagazine.com/2026/09/03/marc-train-introducing-new-service-between-montgomery-county-baltimore/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/02/marc-train-to-launch-direct-weekday-service-between-montgomery-county-and-baltimore/ This show is brand new — story tips, sources we should follow, ideas, partnerships: https://the108report.com/feedback

  8. 3 Sept

    The 108 Report — Thursday, September 3, 2026

    • Meadowside Nature Center reopens following significant renovations MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/02/meadowside-nature-center-reopens-following-first-major-renovation-since-opening-in-1972/ Montgomery Parks News: https://montgomeryparks.org/meadowside-nature-center-reopens-following-significant-renovations/ • Community Meeting Scheduled To Discuss Safety Concerns in Gaithersburg and Montgomery Village MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/20/community-meeting-scheduled-to-discuss-safety-concerns-in-gaithersburg-and-montgomery-village/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/02/luedtke-says-gaithersburg-community-meeting-failed-to-meet-standards-of-decency-and-civility/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/councilmember-issues-statement-following-contentious-community-meeting/ Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/tensions-run-high-as-residents-talk-safety-at-gaithersburg-community-meeting/ • Montgomery County Board Vacancies - September 2, 2026 • The P.M. Scan: Brace for 100-degree days this week MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/08/29/no-martinsburg-did-not-actually-reach-147-degrees-but-a-heat-wave-is-on-the-way-for-maryland-and-northern-virginia/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/01/near-record-early-september-heat-expected-for-d-c-maryland-and-northern-virginia/ • Road closures and metro shutdowns set to test Montgomery County commuters this summer Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/road-closures-and-metro-shutdowns-set-to-test-montgomery-county-commuters-this-summer/ • Partial Red Line Shutdown Travel Alternatives Montgomery Community Media (MyMCM): https://www.mymcmedia.org/mcdot-considers-future-of-glenmont-express-after-red-line-shutdown/ Source of the Spring: https://www.sourceofthespring.com/silver-spring-news/2918220/mcdot-adds-glenmont-express-shuttle-during-red-line-closure/ • Friday Flow: Weekly Unwind (Inclusive Yoga) at Sandy Spring Museum • County’s Largest Flea Market Returns This Saturday MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/07/29/countys-largest-flea-market-returns-this-saturday/ MoCoShow: https://mocoshow.com/2026/09/02/areas-largest-flea-market-returns-this-saturday/ • Educational Events Support Healthy Living and Career Advancement Montgomery County News (montgomerycountymd.gov): https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/news/montgomery-county-office-emergency-management-homeland-security-host-countywide-events-recognition-national-preparedness-month • Library card maxxing This show is brand new — story tips, sources we should follow, ideas, partnerships: https://the108report.com/feedback

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A five-minute daily news briefing for Sandy Spring, Ashton, Brookeville, and Olney, Maryland — the Route 108 corridor. Local news, events, history, and a concrete way to get involved, every morning at five thirty. The 108 Report is hosted by AI personalities — Claire, Maya, and Walter — and says so on every episode.

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  • Creator
    The 108 Report
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
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    The 108 Report