Good morning, Rockville.

Heroes on the Water hosted a free kayak fishing event for veterans + first responders in Laytonsville last November, offering a chance to relax and reconnect with nature after service.

The nonprofit invites participants to future sessions based on donations.

Levi Shum, a senior at Winston Churchill High School, died in a tragic fishing accident while vacationing in Mexico on Monday, Jan.

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Board member Brenda Wolff announced she will not seek a third term in District 5 after eight years of service; parent candidate Elma-Lorraine Diggs filed on Jan.

2 to run as the sole candidate for the seat (the filing deadline is Feb. 24).

At Cabin Branch Elementary, more than 90 boys meet every Wednesday and Friday morning for the BEAR Club (Boys Encouraging Acceptance and Respect) to play sports, practice conflict resolution and build teamwork as part of National Mentoring Month.

Staff mentors guide the students as they prepare for better focus in class.

Maryland health officials are warning that flu cases and hospitalizations are rising sharply across the state and recommending masking for health care facilities — residents are urged to get vaccinated and consult with their providers.

The Maryland Department of Health is urging residents to get flu shots as rising cases have led to hospitalizations and seven deaths since September.

Vaccines, often free for the uninsured, offer the best protection; residents are advised to follow healthy habits + consult their healthcare providers.

The Maryland Department of Health said flu cases are rising faster than last season, with 1,940 hospitalizations and seven deaths recorded since Sept.

2025. Officials urge residents to get flu shots and follow virus prevention measures — key steps to protect vulnerable groups.

Maryland will maintain its current childhood vaccine schedule guided by the American Academy of Pediatrics even though the CDC now recommends fewer vaccines for most children — including dropping rotavirus, COVID-19 and seasonal flu for all but high-risk kids.

Health officials say immunizations remain a priority to protect community health.

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.

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.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop

11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — 12276 Wilkins Avenue, North Bethesda, MD — Materials included — Create your unique Turkish mosaic lamp while enjoying Turkish tea and delicious delights.

Dan Hovey Live Performance

5:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No Cover — Enjoy fingerstyle guitar tunes from former Nighthawks guitarist Dan Hovey during happy hour.