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Thursday, March 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Maryland's State Board of Education voted to overhaul math teaching in the state's 24 public school systems so that lessons from kindergarten align with high school courses. The board's plan will add small group instruction from pre-K, individual support from second grade and a new training course for teachers to be ready by spring 2027 — with all changes scheduled for fall 2028. WTOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County will set its 2025 rent stabilization allowance at 5.7% effective July 1—a slight decrease from last year's 6% cap based on a 2.7% CPI-U rate. County Executive Marc Elrich urged landlords to consider the voluntary 3.3% rent guideline to help tenants facing financial hardships. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Maryland Powerline Project developers had a setback when the state's Department of Natural Resources reported the application incomplete on Wednesday because PSEG did not include required alternatives and field study data—delaying its progress. Local officials and community groups continue to oppose the 72-mile project that threatens property and protected lands—prompting proposals to pause the process. WUSA9
- ➤ DC, Maryland, and Virginia attorneys general warned 23andMe customers to delete their data after the company announced bankruptcy plans that could leave personal genetic information unprotected; officials advised residents to contact their offices if concerns arise (as existing privacy laws only apply while 23andMe's current policy is in effect). FOX 5 DC
- ➤ On March 16, the Montgomery County Public Schools Board of Education unanimously approved amended contracts that give teachers more planning time and a 3.25% raise, while also improving benefits for administrators, bus drivers and other staff—pending approval by the Montgomery County Council as part of the MCPS Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2026. WJLA
- ➤ Montgomery County is celebrating 50 years of its Ride On bus service that began in 1975 with 20 buses and now operates 385 ADA-accessible vehicles. A middle school art contest runs until 11:59 p.m. on April 15—winning entries will be honored at the Ride On celebration in May. Montgomery Community Media
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Four people in the D.C. area have tested positive for measles—one case was confirmed in D.C. Tuesday, two in Prince George's County today, and one in Howard County on March 9—and local health officials urge residents to watch for high fever, cough, and rash and review their vaccination status. WUSA9
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Open House at 14013 Congress Drive
5-7 p.m. — 14013 Congress Dr — Price: $679,000 — Explore a charming Colonial-style home in the desirable Bel Pre Woods community.
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Maryland Crab Canvas Workshop
7-9 p.m. — Hammer & Stain Rockville — $45 — Create your own masterpiece step by step in a fun acrylic painting workshop.
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Live Music: ilyAIMY
6-9 p.m. — 7 Locks Brewing — Free entry — Experience a unique blend of folk that defies tradition with lively performances by ilyAIMY.
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Sparklebot & Clem Fandango Live
6-9 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience an earworm buffet of original songs inspired by legendary artists.
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Easter Celebration with the Bunny
12-2 p.m. — King Farm Village Center — Free entry — Families can enjoy a delightful Easter celebration with activities and entertainment near Coffee Republic.
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Open House at 14106 Chinkapin Drive
1-4 p.m. — 14106 Chinkapin Drive — $1,350,000 — Explore a stunning 5-bedroom home in the sought-after Willows of Potomac neighborhood, featuring space and elegance.
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Federal Pharmacists Network Blanket Making Event
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Earle B. Wood Middle School — Registration required — Help make blankets for children in need with the Federal Pharmacists Network and Project Linus.
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Create Your Own Yantra Workshop
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Vedic Health — First event free — Explore sacred geometry and create a personal yantra to align your energy.
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The Wharf Rats Live Performance
9:00-11:55 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience a captivating long format jam sound with The Wharf Rats, a band evolved over fifteen years to blend unique originals with classic influences.
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Billy Coulter Band Live Performance
9-11:59 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — General admission — Experience the authentic sound of DC's Billy Coulter blending Rock and Pop influences.
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