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Thursday, March 26th, 2026

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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Metrorail marks its 50-year anniversary today as the Oriolo family celebrates four-generation service. Their decades of dedication help strengthen community ties in the region.  WUSA9

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Breads Unlimited and Pizza will open its Kensington shop on April 11 at 9 a.m. with samples + Sarah’s Handmade Ice Cream holds a block party and makers market in Chevy Chase on April 4-5, while Silk Route will replace Tia Queta in downtown Bethesda during renovations.  MoCo360

CULTURE NEWS

  • Maryland Day celebrates the state’s rich heritage by honoring milestones from its first settlers in 1634 to civil rights icons like Frederick Douglass and Harriet Tubman. The statewide celebration highlights how Maryland’s past continues to shape its culture (a legacy remembered by all residents).  WUSA9

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Montgomery County is reviewing proposals to adjust school zones in the Brown Station Elementary cluster, and parents worry the changes may increase drive times for students with high needs.  WUSA9
  • Montgomery County Public Schools Board will vote tonight on high school boundary changes to ease overcrowding and balance enrollment, including a plan to move Thomas Wootton students from Rockville to a new Crown campus in Gaithersburg. Local families oppose the proposal due to longer commutes & increased traffic.  WJLA
  • Montgomery County Public Schools officials have walked back plans to extend the school year and reset the last day of classes to June 18 after the state approved a waiver for three snow days. This update clarifies the schedule for all students.  WUSA9

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Maryland State Highway Administration starts its annual Operation Clean Sweep on state highways through Friday as crews, contractors and corrections staff remove litter including mattresses, tires, and furniture while spending $16.5 million last year to clear debris; drivers are urged to slow down and move over+ to protect the teams.  WTOP

EVENTS

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  • HQL Training Class

    10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Engage Armament — Refunds available up to 2 days before event — Complete the training prerequisite to obtain your HQL in Maryland.

    Sun, 3/29/26

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  • The Redwine Jazz Band Concert

    7-10 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — Suggested donation of $10-$20 — Enjoy a night of classic jazz with the reunited Redwine Jazz Band.

    Tue, 3/31/26

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  • Second Night Passover Seder

    5-8 p.m. — Am Kolel — Festive vegetarian meal — Experience a warm and inclusive Seder with themes of freedom and community connection.

    Thu, 4/2/26

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  • Anthony Pirog Trio with Skullcap Live Performance

    8-10 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — Suggested donation of $10-$20 — Experience the genre-defying sounds of Anthony Pirog Trio and Skullcap's improvisational prowess.

    Wed, 4/8/26

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  • Anniversary Celebration of Duo Retama

    8 p.m. — Michael & Son Sports Arena — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the 25th anniversary with live performances from Peruvian stars and delicious food from All Peru Food Truck.

    Sat, 4/11/26

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  • Mosaic Lamp Workshop

    2:30-5 p.m. — 12276 Wilkins Avenue, Rockville — Cost Included — Create your own stunning Turkish mosaic lamp while sipping Turkish tea and enjoying a fun, colorful experience.

    Sun, 4/12/26

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  • Wolf's Every Monday Blues Show & Sit-In Jam

    7-11 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Experience a vibrant night of local blues talent and unexpected performances from traveling musicians.

    Mon, 4/13/26

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  • The Cash-Flow Breakfast Club: Real Estate Networking Event

    5:45-8:30 p.m. — Twinbrook Library — Free entry — Engage with a unique community focused on cash-flow freedom through real estate education and networking.

    Thu, 4/23/26

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