Local elected leaders accuse campaign flyers of being misleading

Plus: Minnie's Island in Potomac remains closed after sewage spill; 1 seriously injured in Monday night shooting in Damascus

By Staff

June 17, 2026 8:23 a.m.

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Local elected officials, such as State Delegate Jheanelle Wilkins and Councilmember Kirstin Mink, are raising concerns about a recent campaign flyer. The leaders said the format, which groups candidates and officials, may mislead voters about official endorsements. [WUSA9]

Minnie’s Island in Potomac remains closed after sewage spill

Minnie’s Island, an eight-acre conservation property in the middle of the river, remains closed months after a sewage spill contaminated portions of the Potomac River. The island is owned and managed by the Minnie’s Island Community Conservancy, and has suspended many of its educational programs [Montgomery County Media]

1 seriously injured in Monday night shooting in Damascus

One person was seriously injured after a shooting and was transported to a local hospital. The incident occurred roughly 10:30 p.m. on the 9800 block of Bethesda Church Road in Damascus. [DC News Now]

Today’s weather: Partly cloudly with a high of 86 degrees

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Originally published at Bethesdamagazine