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Thursday, June 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery Parks will host the fifth annual Mudfest in Beallsville on Saturday, June 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Woodstock Equestrian Special Park for family fun—mud pits, a mud volcano, a mudslide, food vendors, and music are part of the event. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ CASA’s longtime executive director Gustavo Torres will retire in November after 34 years of service—he started working in a church basement in Takoma Park and helped grow the group to over 170,000 members. He said he will spend more time with his family while passing the leadership to a new generation of advocates and will be honored at the organization’s 40th anniversary celebration on Sept 18. MoCo360
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bulfrano Martinez-Maldonado, 38, was charged with first-degree murder for the December 16 fatal stabbing of Mynor Rene Lara Salguero, 49, in downtown Silver Spring — he now awaits extradition from an Arizona detention center. MoCo360
- ➤ Alvin Chun, 64, and Ronald Wesley Johnson, 62, were arrested after a string of armed bank robberies in Kensington, including a Feb. 1 incident at Montgomery Avenue M&T Bank and a March 18 robbery at the same bank—police charged them with assault, armed robbery, conspiracy and use of a firearm. Montgomery Community Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County school board approved a $3.6 billion operating budget for fiscal year 2026 on June 11, 2025—cutting spending in key areas to close the gap between its initial request and the final plan. The budget increases staff wages, adds more positions, and reallocates reserve funds for current employee health benefits—marking the largest spending plan ever for the district. MoCo360
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday the Council unanimously voted to reappoint Megan Davey Limarzi as Montgomery County’s inspector general, beginning her second four-year term. In her past term, she led an office that issued 81 reports and made over 250 recommendations to guard against fraud and waste — she will continue to protect taxpayer funds. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Montgomery County Councilmember Andrew Friedson announced Wednesday that he is running for county executive in the 2026 election to address high housing costs and a slow-growing economy. He has raised over $1 million and plans to focus on these issues in his campaign—more details will come later. MoCo360
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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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Mary Ann Redmond Trio Performance
2-4 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $20 — Experience a delightful afternoon of original tunes and special covers by Mary Ann Redmond and her ensemble.
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The Grandsons Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Experience a fusion of New Orleans rhythm, rockabilly, and swing as The Grandsons celebrate their dedication to American music.
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The Poor Ellen Smith Band
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Enjoy Americana sounds from a seasoned band with vintage Bluegrass and Blues vibes.
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Chechito Live in Maryland
8 PM — Michael & Son Sportsplex at Rockville — Tickets available — Experience Chechito and his orchestra bringing Peruvian cumbia to Rockville for the first time.
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