Friday, May 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Veteran Ride On Bus driver Ruiz Bell had a heart attack on Wednesday while driving route 55 in Gaithersburg and steered his bus to a safe stop before dying at age 63 + county executive Marc Elrich praised his heroic actions and extended condolences to his family and coworkers. Montgomery Community Media
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities are searching for the Portorreal Frias family, a Virginia family of five last seen in Laurel on April 28 while traveling in a 2013 white Chevrolet Tahoe (VRC-4620) after concerned relatives did not hear from them, and anyone with information is urged to contact police. FOX 5 DC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery Housing Partnership received a $50,000 federal grant announced by U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks to help lower housing costs and expand local housing supply. The funding is one of four awards totaling $200,000 aimed at supporting NeighborWorks organizations in Maryland—helping more families find a safe, affordable place to live. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Montgomery County bus driver Ruiz Bell of Gaithersburg suffered a fatal heart attack on April 30, 2025 while driving near Maryland Route 355 and Middlebrook Road and courageously stopped the bus to help prevent a larger incident — passengers assisted by calling 911. He is remembered for over a decade of dedicated service and is survived by his wife and 10 children. WTOP
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Swing Dance Lessons for Beginners and Intermediates
7-8 p.m. — Dawn Crafton Dance Connection — $140 for eight weeks — Master the fundamentals of swing dance in a partner-friendly class environment.
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Open House at 5104 Oakglen Drive
1-3 p.m. — 5104 Oakglen Drive — $649,000 — Explore a beautiful home in a serene lot close to the metro and shopping options.
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Pine Leaf Boys Concert
8:30-11:59 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $25 — Experience the energetic sounds of Louisiana's Pine Leaf Boys blending Cajun, Zydeco, and more.
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Spring 2025 All Hands & Open House Meeting
All Hands Conference — May 20-22 — 6001 Executive Blvd, Rockville, MD — Free entry — Engage with biomedical experts to explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and research.
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Heiss Izmirlian Ensemble Performance
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No Cover — Experience a saxophone ensemble bringing the vibrant sounds of the Blue Note era to life.
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Open House Event
1-3 p.m. — 408 Misty Knoll Dr, Rockville, MD — Free entry — Explore an exceptional home on a premium lot with southern exposure.
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Open House for a Stunning Townhome
2-4 p.m. — 1306 Wild Oak Terrace — $819,900 — Explore a beautiful 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath townhome in the desirable Tower Oaks community.
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