Four face drug charges after speeding stop
Originally published on January 07, 2012

Four Montgomery County residents were arrested Friday on I-70 near Mount Airy after they were stopped for speeding and drugs were found in their vehicle, according to Maryland State Police. more »

Bull shot dead after escaping processing plant
Originally published on December 30, 2011

Authorities from Frederick and Carroll counties shot and killed a bull after it escaped from a meat processing plant in Mount Airy. more »

Group surveys Mount Airy for needs, wants
Originally published on December 11, 2011

Mount Airy residents and business owners are ready for a recreational face-lift. more »

Solar-powered vehicle charging stations celebrated on the farm
Originally published on December 06, 2011

MOUNT AIRY -- Linganore Winecellars at Berrywine Plantations drew federal, state and local government officials Monday for a ribbon cutting ceremony to highlight a 5-kilowatt solar system project that supports two electric vehicle charging stations. more »

Mount Airy seeks cost-effective law enforcement
Originally published on December 03, 2011

If Mount Airy forms an independent police force, the town would opt out of a long-term law enforcement plan with Maryland State Police, a contract expected to increase in cost by 20 to 30 percent in the next fiscal year. more »