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Rockville
Thursday, January 1st, 2026
Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Maryland lost nearly 15,000 federal jobs in 2025 as the workforce dropped from 163,100 to about 148,500. The Labor Department has offered job fairs and a $700 emergency loan to support affected workers. MoCo360
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MCPS graduates Chris Lun and Pete Kenah have dedicated 45 years coaching the boys’ and girls’ basketball teams at Walt Whitman High in Bethesda. They use a friendly rivalry & shared commitment to build a team culture that drives state titles and lasting success on and off the court. MoCo360
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Poolesville officials rallied Tuesday at the Maryland landing of White’s Ferry to urge its reopening after five years of closure. Montgomery County has kept a $3 million offer on the table to secure a deal by July 1, prompting local property owners to work together. MoCo360
- ➤ Montgomery County taxicabs will raise their fare to $2.50 per mile on Feb. 1, with a $1 surcharge for trips between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.; the change ends a 15-year freeze and applies to Call-n-Ride accessible cabs, while the subsidy program continues for qualifying residents. WUSA9
- ➤ Montgomery County bans plastic bags effective today—shoppers must bring their own bags when shopping in county stores to help reduce plastic waste. WUSA9
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Big Boy Little Band Live Performance
9:00 – 11:59 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience deep blues that'll make you feel alive.
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Sip & Sculpt Pottery Workshop
12:30-2:30 p.m. — 7 Locks Brewing — Creative workshop — Unwind and explore the art of pottery at this hands-on event.
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