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Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Animal Services is hosting two pet food pantries through June. One is at the Shrine of St. Jude Thaddeus in Rockville on select Saturdays (12701 Veirs Mill Road), and the other is at its Adoption Center in Derwood on select Sundays and Wednesdays, accepting unopened pet food donations. WTOP
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Pulse episode shot at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton highlights Montgomery County's budget debates, a teachers’ rally for full school funding, updates on White’s Ferry, a new bamboo ban, and sports plus gardening tips from local experts. The report weaves together these community issues and lifestyle insights to keep residents informed. Montgomery Community Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools held its inaugural Superintendent’s Shuffle Saturday morning at Gaithersburg High School to help cut $1.2 million in student meal debt with support from the Dine with Dignity Campaign as families ran a 5K through Bohrer Park and returned to John H. Harvill Stadium. WTOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds attended a citizenship clinic in Montgomery County today that offered legal guidance for residents pursuing citizenship, officials said. WUSA9
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Libraries canceled a Hindi-language event scheduled for today at Germantown Library after a coalition of civil rights and religious groups objected to a local Hindi school linked to the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (VHPA). The library will reimagine celebrations to ensure inclusivity. MoCo360
- ➤ Metro announced that three Metro Red Line stations (Grosvenor-Strathmore, Medical Center and Bethesda) will close from July 6 to Sept. 6 for construction and maintenance this summer, with free shuttle buses and MARC Commuter Rail offering alternative service. FOX 5 DC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local expert Douglass Miles from Mosquito Shield advises Rockville residents to clear standing water from bird baths and outdoor items as warmer weather boosts mosquito breeding starting now. He warns that even a bottle cap of water can spark breeding (reminding residents to act quickly). WTOP
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Washington Spirit defender Gabby Carle balanced soccer training and MCAT study—earning a score that qualifies her for med school while her teammates cheered and she signed a new contract through 2029. She plans to continue focusing on both her athletic and academic goals. WTOP
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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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EveryMile for EveryMind 5K and 1K Fun Run/Walk
8:30-10:00 AM — The Square at Rockville — Entry fee not specified — Raise awareness for mental health during this community-focused fun run event.
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