Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rockville business owners say car rallies have crowded parking lots after hundreds attended one rally over the weekend and are urging police to step in so customers can park + shop safely. FOX 5 DC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Easter Sunday, Montgomery County firefighters rescued six dogs and helped two adults plus one child escape a house fire on Prince Hall Court in Gaithersburg — the Red Cross is assisting the displaced family while investigators review the cause. WUSA9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Atmosphere Data Centers has applied to build a campus of five data center buildings on 110 acres at the former Dickerson coal plant site along Martinsburg Road; Montgomery Planning will review the application with permit decisions expected by July (the project will use 69,300 gallons a day for cooling). MoCo360
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Five formerly homeless students graduated from Shepherd’s Table Culinary Skills Training Program on Saturday after completing a 12-week course in cooking and teamwork. They showcased their signature dishes at Progress Place on Georgia Avenue in Silver Spring — and all passed their ServSafe test on the first try. Montgomery Community Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NASA’s Artemis II crew captured unseen lunar images on Monday with key support from experts at Goddard Center in Greenbelt & they will review the findings today ahead of Friday’s splashdown. WUSA9
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Pike's Peek 10K Race
7:50-10 a.m. — Shady Grove Metro Station Kiss & Ride — Check website for registration details — Participate in one of Montgomery County's premier 10K races and enjoy a post-race festival with food and activities.
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Yates McKendree & Kevin McKendree Live Performance
9-11:59 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $25 — Experience heartfelt traditional blues played live with legendary talents Yates and Kevin McKendree.
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Walter Salas-Humara Live Performance
5:30-9 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $25 — Experience a night of storytelling and music from acclaimed artist Walter Salas-Humara blending rock with Americana influence.
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