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Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On July 25, a water main break caused by Purple Line construction flooded two floors at Wayne Manchester Towers in Long Branch — displacing 20 families who lost most of their belongings — while county officials helped residents move to temporary hotels and begin insurance claims. Montgomery Community Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools face scrutiny after a report found many staff were not fully background checked—12,000 staff were not in the FBI system and nearly 5,000 with child contact did not get a Child Protective Services screening—and Superintendent Thomas Taylor said pandemic delays and slow state processing mean a public meeting will be held on Sept. 26 while the County Council asks for a written update before school begins Aug. 26. FOX 5 DC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ An Interstate Commission report warns that rising temperatures and hot drought will reduce Potomac River flows by up to 49% — even though precipitation is expected to increase by 16% by 2099. Washington Aqueduct and other local water agencies are updating models to decide when to release reservoir backups to secure Rockville's drinking water supply. WTOP
- ➤ Montgomery County officials warned that spotted lanternflies have arrived and urged residents to inspect their vehicles for hitchhiking pests—official advice intended to slow a projected population rise. The insects feed on many trees including the invasive Tree of Heaven and can leave behind egg masses that cause a sticky mess. Montgomery Community Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WSSC Water reported a water main break near the Bethesda Metro station on Monday night that closed southbound Wisconsin Avenue and two westbound turn lanes on East West Highway. Officials said the closure — which may last for several days — will require residents to use alternate routes. WUSA9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Washington Commanders announced that they will invest more than $1M in 127 girls flag football leagues in D.C., Maryland and Virginia over the next two years — providing new funding, equipment, custom uniforms, NFL Flag Kits and community coaching clinics. WUSA9
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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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Clay Mottley with Love Story Band Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — King Farm Community Center — Cost info not provided — Experience clever and catchy melodies from a master craftsman in songwriting.
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Eli Lev Live Performance
7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. — Olney Rotary Club — Check website for details — Enjoy uplifting songs from rising singer-songwriter Eli Lev as he connects the world through music.
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Ice Cream Social
12:15 – 1:45 PM — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Cool off with ice cream while enjoying lively line dancing for all skill levels.
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