Roy Kelley

The guidance I share with others is often the very guidance I need in that moment, too. Slow down. Stay kind. Keep it moving. Focus on the people, not the drama. Solve the problem. Protect the client’s peace whenever possible.       Everything I write, everything I say, and every segment of my ra...

Montgomery County’s Annual Street Sweeping ProgramThe Montgomery County Department of Transportation's (MCDOT) annual street sweeping program has begun. This effort will run through July, and staff will sweep 4,100 lane miles of residential roadways.  MCDOT will post “No Parking” signs a few days...

Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, Saturday, April 2510 a.m. – 2 p.m.Gaithersburg Police StationSafely dispose of unwanted and expired medications during Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. The service is free, anonymous, and no questions will be asked. A prescription drop box is also available in the...

Election Judges Needed For 2026 Gubernatorial Primary Election The Montgomery County Board of Elections invites registered voters to serve as election judges during Early Voting, June 11-18, 2026, and on Primary Election Day, June 23, 2026. Individuals of all party affiliations are encouraged to ...

There are days in real estate when everything lines up.The phone rings.The offers come in.Closings happen on time.And then there are the other days.Showings cancel.Buyers hesitate.Sellers get anxious.That is when your mindset matters most.     There are days in real estate when everything lines u...

Agricultural History Farm Park Spring EventThe Friends of the Agricultural History Farm Park will host the annual Gas & Steam Engine Show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, at the Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood. This free, fami...

Book Recommendation: Dead Reckoning by Linda CastilloDead Reckoning (2005) is a standalone novel featuring Assistant District Attorney Kate Megason by bestselling Texas author Linda Castillo. Click on the links to learn more about the author and this book. This is a good selection for your readin...

Every now and then, I walk into a home on closing day and notice something small that says a lot.The light bulbs are gone.There is no toilet paper.Not even a roll of paper towels in the kitchen.Now, are those items required to stay? No.But this is where courtesy comes in.     Every now and then, ...

Free Financial Planning SeminarsOur Financial Health and Wellness Series is Back!The Montgomery County Commission for Women and Montgomery County Public Libraries are pleased to offer a series of financial seminars to help walk you through the ins and outs of "all things money”. Classes are FREE ...

Book Recommendation: Justice Redeemed by Scott PrattJustice Redeemed (2015) is the first of three legal thrillers featuring attorney Darren Street by American author Scott Pratt. I enjoyed this novel and recommend it for your reading list. Two years ago, Darren Street made a name for himself as t...