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Tuesday, April 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new WalletHub study ranked Maryland third among U.S. locations for remote work — low internet costs, broad broadband access, and large average homes helped boost its score. Washington, D.C. and Virginia placed fourth and 11th respectively in the study. FOX 5 DC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Spencer Dillon Hamilton, 27, confessed to murdering his 87-year-old grandmother on March 30 by violently attacking her & was declared incompetent to stand trial, with plans to receive treatment. WUSA9
- ➤ A Montgomery County teen, Demonta King, 18, pleaded guilty to armed carjacking on Nov. 18, 2024 and to armed robbery on Aug. 26, 2022 after attacking a taxi driver with a knife and robbing another victim at gunpoint—sentencing is scheduled for June 16. Montgomery Community Media
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rising living costs in the region make it hard for families to pay for what they need as Daniel and Monica Gardner from Bowie faced a government layoff and saw their grocery bill double over a few years—financial experts say smart budgeting and tracking spending can help manage expenses in high-cost areas. WTOP
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mold and HVAC problems have troubled New Hampshire Estates Elementary in Montgomery County as parents report mold on tables, chairs, and walls and water seeping into basement classrooms. The school system says an environmental specialist is evaluating the building and will recommend repairs by the end of summer, though some parents want fixes before summer school starts on July 7. WJLA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers in Montgomery County approved measures for Eric's ID Law, which will add a butterfly logo to driver’s licenses to show hidden disabilities like autism after votes in the House and Senate. Meanwhile, a pesticide bill on PFAS chemicals died and a health education bill was reworked—leaving the House to decide whether to send them to the governor. MoCo360
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools will host an online career information session on Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. on Zoom—supporting federal workers who lost their jobs. The session is part of broader local efforts to help nearly 1,500 displaced federal workers explore career opportunities in education. MoCo360
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Pike's Peek 10K Race
7:50-11:50 AM — Shady Grove — Registration fee applies — Compete in a USATF Certified 10k race known for its personal record potential.
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Certified Infant Massage Instructor Training
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Reginald S. Lourie Center — $720 — Learn to empower parents through the Loving Touch® Method© of Infant Massage.
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Springtime Cherry Blossoms Modern Calligraphy Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Bonchon — $65 — Discover the art of modern calligraphy amidst the beauty of cherry blossom season.
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Open House at 601 Reserve Champion Dr
1-3 p.m. — 601 Reserve Champion Dr, Rockville, MD — $1,049,000 — Explore a modern colonial home with impressive upgrades and a gourmet kitchen.
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