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Rockville
Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bethesda Cares transitioned 60 unsheltered residents into permanent housing last year in Montgomery County — achieving a 98% retention rate. The nonprofit uses a housing-first approach with support from over 20 local organizations to provide lasting stability. Montgomery Community Media
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Pepco is working with The Salvation Army to add $1.5 million to its Customer Relief Fund so local limited-income and moderate-income customers can receive up to $300 for winter electric bills. Applications opened Wednesday in Montgomery County — eligible households must meet income guidelines. Montgomery Community Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Benjamin Banneker Middle School marks National Mentoring Month with Goal Setting Girls and Boys 2 Men programs that boost student confidence and leadership through hands-on activities and group discussions — a proven model for personal growth and community ties. Montgomery County Public Schools
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scientists at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center are studying river otter poop to learn about the Chesapeake ecosystem—an unusual project featured in today’s 'Matt About Town' series that offers local insights into nature. WTOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County officials advised Verizon customers to use landlines or Wi-Fi calling for 911 after an outage affected service yesterday, and Krispy Kreme at 14919 Shady Grove Road offered free original glazed donuts until 7 p.m. MoCo360
- ➤ Immigration attorney Ava Benach advises that U.S. citizens are not required to show ID when stopped on the street. She recommends carrying a U.S. passport (the most standardized proof of citizenship) over a birth certificate. WTOP
- ➤ Montgomery County social workers in Rockville say they were sent without police backup on a dangerous crisis call on Dec. 15 when a man attacked their vehicle. Their union filed a grievance urging clearer protocols & better safety measures as mental health calls rose. FOX 5 DC
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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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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.
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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.
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Cash BINGO!
7-9:30 p.m. — Rockville Moose Lodge — Food and drinks available — Dust off your lucky charms and enjoy a night of fun with BINGO!
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The Thrills with Johnny Spampinato
9-11:59 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $15 — Experience a vibrant night of rockin' swing with The Thrills and the electrifying Johnny Spampinato.
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International Gem & Jewelry Show
12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. — Montgomery County Fair — Registration fee for licensed wholesale buyers — Explore a dazzling collection of gems and jewelry from around the world.
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Valentine's Day Surprise & Delight
Evening — MoCo's Founding Farmers — $50 add-on — Surprise your date with a romantic dinner featuring roses, bubbles, and chocolate-covered strawberries.
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