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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local biotech companies — including United Therapeutics and AstraZeneca in Gaithersburg — are hiring former federal workers for their deep expertise while Montgomery College launched a cybersecurity training program on Wednesday to boost digital defenses. A Rockville man, 31-year-old Javier Armando Pastran Morales, was arrested on May 15 at his residence for filming a woman in a Westfield Montgomery fitting room on charges of peeping tom, private place-prurient intent, and visual surveillance in a private area. MoCo360
- ➤ Montgomery County will hold its 32nd annual Ride On Food Drive from May 25 to May 31 to collect non-perishable food for families facing hunger. Donations can be dropped off on buses and at several county locations, and bus fare will be waived for riders who donate — food will then be distributed by Manna Food Center. Montgomery Community Media
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Police increased patrols around Jewish sites after two Israeli embassy staffers were fatally shot leaving an event near the Capital Jewish Museum in D.C. on May 21st+the 30-year-old suspect from Chicago was taken into custody after reportedly shouting 'Free, Free, Palestine' as investigators continued their probe. WJLA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools will begin graduation ceremonies for the class of 2025 on May 28 at UMBC and other local venues. Speakers include a former NFL player, a 2018 Olympic gold medalist, and elected officials who will address events at schools such as Thomas S. Wootton High in Rockville. MoCo360
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County government posted its Memorial Day schedule for Monday, May 26—county offices, MC 311, libraries, and other services will be closed or operate on modified hours while trash collections are delayed and public parking is free. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ The Montgomery County Planning Board will consider designating the Romeo and Elsie Horad House in Wheaton and Timberlawn in Rockville as historic sites on Thursday—staff recommend listing the properties in the Master Plan for Historic Preservation because they reflect key contributions to Black heritage and disability advocacy. The board will review the proposals in work sessions followed by a public hearing for Timberlawn later in the afternoon. MoCo360
- ➤ The Montgomery County Council approved a $6.3 billion operating budget for fiscal year 2026 to fund education, public safety, health, housing, transportation, and parks. Public schools will receive $3.6 billion while extra funding will support police, fire services, and other programs—helping meet the county's future needs. WJLA
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Brother Bill Quintet Live Jazz
8-10 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10-$20 suggested donation — Enjoy the classic 50's and 60's Blue Note jazz vibes from the Brother Bill Quintet.
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One Thin Dime Reunion Concert
5-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $20 — Catch the legendary blues-rock band One Thin Dime live as they reunite for a special evening of music.
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Big Howdy Bluegrass Showcase Featuring Special Guests Murphy and Casey Henry
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The Hula Monsters Live Performance
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Songwriters Association Showcase
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