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Thursday, April 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Montgomery County jury convicted 21 year old Edgard Castro Contreras of first degree murder, first degree conspiracy and firearm charges for killing Edvin Agustín León at Northwest Stream Valley Park on November 9th, 2022—his sentencing will take place on August 18 while another co accused awaits a retrial. Montgomery Community Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MCPS recognized Cedar Grove Elementary School media specialist Karina-Maria Hirschhorn, a 25-year veteran, during National Library Week for mentoring fourth graders on a morning news broadcast + organizing book clubs and Music Cafe sessions for fifth graders. Montgomery County Public Schools
- ➤ Former acting assistant principal Rahman Culver filed a lawsuit against Montgomery County Public Schools and the school board, alleging their staffing guidelines limit Black educators from administrative roles—he claims these changes forced him into a lower-paying position that did not match his experience. Culver seeks policy changes to ensure that qualified educators are not relegated to positions in high-poverty schools, which he believes is discriminatory. MoCo360
- ➤ Montgomery County launched its new ELEVATE Podcast today to offer parents, educators and community partners expert advice on early childhood development. Co-hosted by DHHS staff (Inette Bolden and Jennifer Ferreira), the podcast covers topics like developmental milestones and play-based learning (key methods for growth) and is available on the Child Care Support Services website. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ More than 200 students gathered at Julius West Middle School for the MCPS annual Youth Climate Summit, where they learned about climate change, worked on action projects, and took part in workshops and panel discussions. School leaders and student organizers planted shrubs, created personal climate plans, and donated lunch leftovers to help families—showing a strong commitment to local sustainability. Montgomery Community Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Council unanimously passed legislation on April 1 that expands the Homeowner’s Property Tax Credit to cover more residents—raising household income limits from $60,000 to $75,000 and net worth limits from $200,000 to $250,000. The measure will take effect 91 days after the county executive signs the bill. WJLA
- ➤ The Maryland Transit Administration has begun dynamic testing of all eight Purple Line light rail vehicles on a one-mile track at its Veterans Parkway Operations and Maintenance Facility in Glenridge—marking a key step in the project. The 16-mile rail line is 76% complete and will expand testing to longer tracks as it prepares for passenger service in late 2027. Montgomery Community Media
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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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