Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
Good morning, Rockville.
Silver Branch Brewing Co. opened its Rockville Beerworks at 7301 Calhoun Place on Friday — the grand opening weekend continues today with a DJ set to start at 3 p.m. and family-friendly activities planned for Sunday, while the company shifts its main beer production to the larger facility.
The Communications Workers of America reached a tentative union agreement with Microsoft for 300 quality assurance workers at Rockville-based video game maker ZeniMax Media that includes wage increases and job protections.
The workers will vote on the agreement by June 20.
Rockville’s Silver Diner said that customer Fredi Torrez died on May 21 after he returned to punch a manager following a request to leave—employees restrained him and called 9-1-1—Montgomery County Police ask anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.
Guy Tyrell Johnson, 42, was arrested Thursday in Washington, D.C. and now faces a second-degree murder charge for fatally stabbing 31-year-old Emmanuel Bisudu Sesay near the White Oak Shopping Center on May 15 after a physical altercation at about 10:30 p.m.—he is awaiting extradition to Montgomery County.
Montgomery County Public Schools agreed with the inspector general’s report that found inaccurate inventory records for over 200,000 Chromebooks, risking insufficient supply or excess purchases.
The district will create a new inventory process and start quarterly reviews by October 2025—aiming to improve tracking and budgeting.
Maryland officials remind residents to prepare as hurricane season will begin tomorrow, June 1, and run until Nov.
30 with predictions of 14 to 21 named storms and up to six major hurricanes. They urged households to check evacuation zones, build disaster supply kits and sign up for emergency alerts—impacts may include flash floods, high winds and power outages.
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.
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.
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.
Big Howdy Bluegrass Showcase Featuring Special Guests Murphy and Casey Henry
5-11 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $15 — Experience a night of progressive bluegrass with special guests and local talent.
Paul Cebar Tomorrow Sound Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $25 — Experience an explosive yet intimate performance blending funky rhythms and lyrical mastery from Paul Cebar and Tomorrow Sound.
DC Bluegrass Union Songwriter Showcase
8-10 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — Suggested donation of $10-$20 — Enjoy an evening of captivating performances from award-winning songwriters in a cozy tavern setting.
Live Music: ilyAIMY
6-9 p.m. — 7 Locks Brewing — Free entry — Experience a dynamic blend of bluegrass, heavy metal, and folk with ilyAIMY.
The Hula Monsters Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 cover — Experience a lively blend of Hawaiian swing, country Latin, and rock and roll from The Hula Monsters.
Songwriters Association Showcase
8-10 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — Suggested donation $10 - $20 — Enjoy an evening of original music from local songwriters in an iconic tavern setting.
Porfirio Ayvar in Maryland
8 PM — Michael & Son Sportsplex at Rockville — Ticket prices available online — Experience the heartfelt performance of Porfirio Ayvar for the Peruvian community in the DMV area.
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