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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nicholas Lloyd, 44, of Germantown was arrested on July 16 after he allegedly shot three people and missed a fourth from his balcony during a fight on Shadyside Way — he later gave first aid to one victim and now faces charges including attempted second-degree murder, first-degree assault, and firearm offenses. WJLA
- ➤ Former FBI agent Eduardo Valdivia testified in a Rockville courtroom that he had sexual encounters with three women at his tattoo parlor and deleted photos from two accusers before his arrest—he said the acts were consensual while prosecutors allege rape and assault. MoCo360
- ➤ Early Wednesday, two men burgled Elite Studio and Barber in Silver Spring when they entered at 2:04 a.m. on Triangle Lane; officers recognized Rockville resident Oscar Hernandez-Bonilla from surveillance footage, arrested him on the 11200 block of Georgia Avenue and later located Silver Spring resident Osmin Ernesto Martinez Diaz—both were charged with burglary and theft, with Diaz taken to a hospital for injuries. Montgomery Community Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Toast2Peace party honoring poet and peacemaker Mattie Stepanek was held outside the World of Beer in Rockville where residents mark his birthday as Peace Day; live music + games brought the community together on what would have been his 35th birthday. His legacy as a bestselling poet and advocate for peace lives on through his mother's ongoing efforts to share his message. WTOP
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Surveys for high school boundary options close on July 21 for two future Montgomery County schools—Charles W. Woodward, which serves as an annex for Northwood High during construction, and Crown in Gaithersburg. Each survey offers four plans that could shift feeder zones and change which middle and elementary schools send students to these high schools. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools will change its grading system for the 2025-2026 school year by replacing grade rounding with averages of numeric scores and requiring teachers to offer at least two reassessment opportunities. District officials say the new policy will reduce grade inflation & clarify expectations, with steps planned to review impacts with local college officials. MoCo360
- ➤ Former Bethesda-Chevy Chase teacher Dan Engler testified in Rockville court on July 18th that a February 2023 email accusing him of racism left him traumatized and hurt his career—he now seeks more than $75,000 in damages in a defamation lawsuit against Principal Shelton Mooney and the school board. The trial continues with testimonies from students and staff to further examine the disputed remarks and their impact on Engler’s professional life. MoCo360
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A 52-year-old Maryland man who has lived in the U.S. since he was 12 was detained by ICE last month in Gaithersburg while walking his dog—his attorney said his deportation was settled in 2007. State officials upgraded the benefits website so residents can enter their financial information once and be matched with food and health care programs—Dan Snyder’s former Potomac home dropped its price by $5 million to $24.9 million. MoCo360
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1.5 Hour Basketball Training Session
9:00 – 10:30 AM — Quince Orchard High School — $65.00 — Enhance your basketball skills with focused training in shooting and ball handling.
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Neighbors Barista Grand Opening
12-6 p.m. — Neighbors Coffee — Free entry — Enjoy live music from a Baltimore-based singer-songwriter at a vibrant coffee shop opening.
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Zydeco Dance Party
6 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — Cost not specified — Experience the vibrant sounds and dance of zydeco music with Corey Arceneaux and the Zydeco Hot Peppers.
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Camp Quest - Session 7
7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. — Diamond Elementary School — Check website for details — A fun-filled summer camp designed to keep children happy, safe, and entertained with various activities.
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National Cheesecake Day Celebration
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Aspenwood Senior Living Community — Free cheesecake giveaway — Celebrate National Cheesecake Day with a delightful treat at a welcoming senior living venue.
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Tennis Learn to Play Beginner Summer Program
1:15-2:15 p.m. — North Creek Community Center & Pool — Cost info not provided — Perfect for adults looking to improve their tennis skills in a welcoming environment.
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Camp Sunny Day - Session 8
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — North Creek Community Center & Pool — $250/Resident; $275/Non-Resident — A diverse camp experience for your child awaits this summer.
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Intro to Macraweave with Lisa Nho
3-5 p.m. — Shop Made In DC — Registration required — Discover the art of macrame and weaving while creating unique tapestry pieces and expressing your creativity.
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Intro to Boxing Trial Class for Adults
6:00 – 6:50 PM — Lake Marion Community Center & Pool — Cost info not provided — Experience the thrill of Mansell’s Fitness Boxing in a class designed for adults aged 18 and up.
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O'McPub Band Performance
7-11 p.m. — Montgomery County Fair — Free entry — Experience the lively sounds of an Irish-American folk duo bringing pub tunes to life.
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