A heated budget debate, passionate calls for school funding and the beauty of spring in full bloom — it’s all covered in this week’s episode of The Pulse shot on location in Wheaton from Brookside Gardens, home of the popular Butterfly Experience attraction.
This episode highlights:
Growing tensions over the County Executive’s proposed 2027 budget, including potential tax increases and pushback from councilmembers.
A teachers’ rally demanding full funding for public schools, as education spending reaches historic levels.
Plus, we revisit the long-running stalemate controversy over the closure of White’s Ferry
Plus, a new bamboo ban aimed a booting the invasive plant species out of the area makes way for county residents to plant more native greenery.
And in sports, we follow the path of a Nationals player from his hometown ballfields in Olney to the big leagues.
After the top Montgomery County news of the week is shared, viewers get pro home gardening tips from Brookside Horticulturist Joshua Demmers. Boasting two degrees in the science of gardening, Demmers is part of a 14-person “green team” who keeps the 54-acre facility looking lush all year long.
Watch the full episode below: “The Pulse” on location at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton
Meet the Team Behind The Pulse:
News
Production
Bryan Washington – Production Manager
Chloe Johnson- Director and Lead Photographer
Joseph Bozzonetti – Photographer & Teleprompter Operator
Roberto Martinez – Lighting & Photography
Bob Kanner – Lead Editor
Jacob Ehlers – Story Editor
Jaclyn Shin – Story Editor
Jimmy Albert – Set Supervisor
Interns
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