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Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County is hosting a community schools job fair at Watkins Mill Elementary to support local job seekers in finding new opportunities. The event takes place today and provides on-site guidance and employer connections. WUSA9
- ➤ DC Water holds a community meeting today at 7 p.m. at Walt Whitman High School’s cafeteria in Bethesda to address questions about last month’s raw sewage spill in the Potomac River. Officials say pipeline repairs will finish by mid-March—health advisories remain until water conditions improve. WJLA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 12 candidates are vying for Montgomery County school board seats following two official filings on Tuesday (Feb. 25) at the filing deadline for the June primary. The District 1 incumbent is running unopposed while other candidates opt to contest new council races. MoCo360
- ➤ Natlie Jenifer, a paraeducator at Odessa Shannon Middle School, has drawn on a 150-year family legacy to enrich Black History Month — she curated a historical timeline and took the stage on Feb. 25 to sing with the staff choir. Montgomery County Public Schools
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maryland Department of Agriculture is promoting Invasive Species Awareness Week and urging locals to report pests that endanger trees, farms and landscapes. The campaign spotlights threats like the emerald ash borer and spotted lanternfly (damaging Maryland’s natural resources) and aims to stem their spread. Montgomery Community Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Recreational activities on the Potomac River may resume as early as Monday as water-quality tests improve after last month’s sewage spill; officials held a meeting Wednesday in Washington and will meet today (7 p.m.) in Bethesda to update on repair progress. FOX 5 DC
- ➤ Maryland’s Department of Transportation implemented new metered ramps on Interstate 270 northbound in Montgomery and Frederick counties on Feb. 25, letting drivers see flashing yellow signals at sections like Falls Road. The measure was designed to reduce congestion and speed up commutes along the 34-mile stretch. MoCo360
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New research shows melanoma cases may rise over 10% this year, with Montgomery County dermatologists warning about tanning beds & year-round sun exposure. They advise residents to use daily sunscreen and protective clothing to lower their risk. Montgomery Community Media
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Cash Bingo Night
7-9:30 p.m. — Rockville Moose Lodge — Food and drinks available — Experience a fun-filled evening of cash bingo and community camaraderie.
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Dog and Cat Adoption Event
12-3 PM — PetSmart — Free entry — Discover your new furry friend at Lucky Dog's adoption event featuring both dogs and cats.
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Peace, Love & Boogie Woogie Happy Hour
5:30-7:00 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Enjoy a vibrant happy hour with award-winning songwriter and pianist Bill Starks blending Americana sounds.
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Beatles at Dietle's
5-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Enjoy Happy Hour and dive into a nostalgic evening filled with Beatles classics and '60s hits.
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Sean Chyun Live Performance
5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Experience the versatile musical talent of Sean Chyun as he blends blues rock, pop, and soul.
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Grand Kyiv Ballet: Swan Lake
7-9 p.m. — F Scott Fitzgerald Theatre — $44 — Experience a breathtaking ballet of love and magic as the Grand Kyiv Ballet presents Swan Lake.
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Chuck Underwood Trio Performance
5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Experience an engaging blend of jazz, folk, rock, and blues from the dynamic Chuck Underwood Trio.
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Piece of Cake 5K/10K Race
8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Meadow Hall Elementary School, Rockville, MD — Registration Fee Required — Participate in a fun 5K or 10K race benefiting the local community.
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Children of the Book: A Celebration of Reading Together
7:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — B'nai Israel Congregation — Free entry — Explore the impact of shared reading on family connections with author Ilana Kurshan.
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