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Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rockville residents can join the Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade on Monday, May 25 at Rockville, honoring local heroes with a public program. Meanwhile, Rockville Town Center hosts Hometown Holidays this Saturday and Sunday with live performances & kids' activities for families. WTOP
- ➤ USASOA, a nonprofit aiding veterans since 2013, is asking for donations as falling funds are straining its ability to meet rising demand for essential supplies and services amid economic pressures; the group aims to raise $15,000 by month’s end in Accokeek. WUSA9
- ➤ Local veteran Jodie Knox biked 2,100 miles from Florida to Maine to raise $17,609 + $6,961 for veteran groups Wounded Warrior Project and Achilles International; she described her journey as turning doubts into determination. FOX 5 DC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Bethesda Co-Op in Cabin John, serving the local community for over 50 years, will close permanently on May 31 due to high costs and strong competition. Future plans for the nearly 5,000 sqft space are under review by potential grocery tenants (including Rodman’s). MoCo360
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 19, nearly 450 students were honored at Montgomery College for earning a high school diploma and an associate degree through dual enrollment programs from local high schools & state leaders including Maryland Lt. Gov. Aruna Miller, Montgomery College President Dr. Jermaine Williams, and MCPS Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor addressed the honorees. Montgomery County Public Schools
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, May 20, DC Water and federal officials testified on Capitol Hill about a 300 million gallon raw sewage spill in the Potomac, noting that cleanup costs are now estimated at $50-60 million (permits delayed repair work) while they assure that drinking water remains safe. FOX 5 DC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Octavian Smith Jr., a standout receiver from Paint Branch High School and the University of Maryland, signed with the Baltimore Ravens and is attending their rookie mini-camp for his opportunity to make the NFL. Montgomery Community Media
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4th Annual Spring Concert: An Enchanted Spring
8 PM - 10 PM — F Scott Fitzgerald Theatre — $30-$50 — Celebrate Spring with an enchanting musical evening featuring the French Choir of Washington and a chamber orchestra.
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The Thrills Concert
8-10 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience spine-tingling rock n’ roll with seasoned DC musicians.
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Mosaic Lamp Workshop
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — 12276 Wilkins Avenue, Rockville, MD — Includes materials and refreshments — Craft a custom Turkish mosaic lamp in a fun and creative environment.
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Patience
8:00 – 10:30 PM — F Scott Fitzgerald Theatre — $30 Adults, $28 Seniors, $26 Students — Enjoy a fresh take on a classic Gilbert and Sullivan operetta filled with whimsy and love triangles.
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Scott Ambush Band Performance
2-4 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — Check for admission details — Enjoy a lively afternoon of music with the talented Scott Ambush Band.
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ChABSA Annual Scientific Symposium
Keynote Speakers Kelly Schultz and Rebecca Bradford — 9 a.m. — The Universities at Shady Grove — Check website for registration details — Engage with leading experts in biosafety and biotechnology.
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The Poor Ellen Smith Band
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Experience the nostalgic sounds of Americana with vintage Bluegrass, Blues, and Country vibes.
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Local Rockville Mom's Story of Resilience - and a Cause Worth Supporting
I'm Jill Thorne, a Rockville mom of two teenage girls, and I've been nominated in the Super Mom competition benefiting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. This past year has been one of the hardest of my life, and also one of the most transformative. I came out of it more grounded, more myself, and more committed to showing my daughters what it looks like to keep going.
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