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Thursday, June 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County food pantries have seen far fewer immigrant clients due to fears of ICE raids, with Upcounty Hub reporting a drop from about 200 to roughly 50 families at its Germantown distribution+ local churches noting similar concerns. Pantries are now offering home deliveries and staggered visits as food insecurity rises and deportation fears persist. MoCo360
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ At 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, a Ford Fusion collided with a tractor trailer on Darnestown Road by Cattail Lane in Poolesville, resulting in the driver being pronounced dead and a passenger rushed to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries — the tractor trailer driver declined hospital transport. Montgomery Community Media
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, the Takoma Park Police Department and Montgomery County police warned residents about fraudulent MVA texts that claim unpaid traffic tickets and warn of vehicle registration suspension—residents are advised to delete the messages and report the scam. MoCo360
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parents in Stone Bridge townhomes met Wednesday in Rockville to protest proposed changes that would reroute their children from Wooton High School to the under-construction Crown High School—Montgomery County Public Schools presented four draft maps to ease overcrowding before the 2027-2028 school year. The group expressed concern that the change will separate children who currently share the same school community. WJLA
- ➤ Six MCPS students were awarded National Merit college-sponsored scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, raising the total number of scholars to 40 this year—sponsoring colleges chose winners from finalists who plan to attend their institutions and the awards range from $500 to $2,000 annually for up to four years of study. Montgomery County Public Schools
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jason West, who served as acting Rockville City Police Chief for seven months, was named the permanent chief effective Wednesday—he replaces former Chief Victor Brito who resigned last October. West, a 25-year veteran of the department, said he is ready to guide the police into the future. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Rep. Jamie Raskin introduced the bipartisan BARK Act to let pet supply companies donate leftover food and supplies to animal shelters—helping recover millions of pounds of usable pet food and essential gear for shelters facing rising costs. The bill is supported by major animal welfare groups and could provide crucial resources for shelter animals. WUSA9
- ➤ Councilmember Andrew Friedson led a one-hour bilingual webinar on housing accessibility and affordability on Wednesday, where housing specialists explained rental help and noted that Montgomery County saw an 11.2% rise in housing prices while wages increased by 1.7% (also highlighting a rise in evictions and homelessness). A follow-up webinar led by Councilmember Sidney Katz is set for June 11 at 7 p.m. to discuss local law enforcement resources for eviction, domestic violence, and child support. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Montgomery County has expanded mental health support for public employees with new workplace wellness programs that help first responders and social service workers manage work stress. County officials said the programs have led to improved staff well-being and the county received Mental Health America’s 2025 Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health for the third year in a row—an honor that underscores its commitment to employee care. WTOP
SPORTS NEWS
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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
5-11 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $15 — Experience a night of progressive bluegrass with special guests and local talent.
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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.
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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.
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Live Music: ilyAIMY
6-9 p.m. — 7 Locks Brewing — Free entry — Experience a dynamic blend of bluegrass, heavy metal, and folk with ilyAIMY.
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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.
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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.
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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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Coach Dembroski's Basketball Camp 2025 Session 1
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Rockville High School — Check website for details — Hone your basketball skills with expert coaching and teamwork activities.
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Beginner and Intermediate Swing Dance Lessons
7 p.m. — Dawn Crafton Dance Connection — $140 for eight-week session — Discover swing dance essentials from six-count patterns to lead-and-follow skills in a fun, partner-rotating environment.
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