Saturday, February 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools celebrates Black History Month, highlighting Brenda Wolff, a Board of Education member, discussing her perspective on leadership, history, and community engagement. Montgomery County Public Schools
- ➤ Montgomery County Board of Education is inviting community leaders and communication experts to join its new Advisory Committee on Communication and Community Engagement to improve school district collaboration and transparency. Montgomery County Public Schools
- ➤ Walter Johnson High School coach Tom Martin is a finalist for the Positive Coaching Alliance National Coach of the Year award, recognized for his positive impact on young athletes. MoCo360
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A UMD researcher found that some local streams now have salt levels comparable to the Atlantic Ocean, indicating road salt may be affecting drinking water. WUSA9
- ➤ Two employees of JPG Plumbing and Mechanical, Inc. were convicted for illegally dumping grease and pollutants into a Maryland pond, resulting in over $69,000 in cleanup costs for their company. WUSA9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Council schedules public hearings for February and March to discuss legislation on infrastructure funding, consumer protection, tax amendments, and more, inviting residents to testify. Montgomery Community Media
SPORTS NEWS
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David Chappell Band Performance
The David Chappell Band, featuring acclaimed musicians, will perform at Hank Dietle's Tavern with a recommended donation of $10 - $20.
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Blues Tribute Concert Featuring Buddy Guy, Magic Sam, and Otis Rush
A tribute concert honoring legendary blues musicians Buddy Guy, Magic Sam, and Otis Rush with performances by Guy Bouchie and friends at Hank Dietle's Tavern.
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Johnny Spampinato and The Value Leaders Live at Hank Dietle's Tavern
Iconic guitarist Johnny Spampinato leads The Value Leaders in an energetic rock-n-roll performance at Hank Dietle's Tavern.
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Live Music Performance by Joshua Bayer
Joshua Bayer, an accomplished guitarist and composer, will perform live at Hank Dietle's Tavern, showcasing his extensive experience in jazz music.
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The Porch Delight: Americana Music Evening
Enjoy an enchanting evening of front porch style Americana music featuring local talents performing timeless classics and hidden gems.
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March Open House Featuring Live Music by Ray and Christine
The March Open House at Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station will showcase live performances by Grammy-nominated singer Ray Owen and Christine, with shows at 11 AM and 1 PM.
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Open House at 110 Monument Street
Explore a stunning 5-bedroom, 6-bathroom Custom Colonial home featuring over $250,000 in recent improvements situated on a desirable 0.43-acre lot.
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Maryland Contractor Summit 2025
The Maryland Contractor Summit on March 7th, 2025, will feature industry experts discussing key topics to enhance growth in the construction sector.
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The Paulverizers Live at Hank Dietle's Tavern
The Paulverizers, a renowned blues band from the Washington D.C. area, will perform high-energy blues music in a local tavern setting.
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