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Thursday, August 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bao Bei, a Taiwanese bao bun restaurant, will open its first brick-and-mortar shop on Aug. 27 in Montrose Crossing at 12055 Rockville Pike—next to Honey Pig Korean BBQ and Kosmo Nail Bar in Rockville. Owner Kevin Hsieh started Bao Bei as a ghost kitchen in North Bethesda and plans to bring his authentic Taiwanese street food to the local community. MoCo360
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 17-year-old was shot and killed Tuesday night at 11:30 p.m. in the LongBranch area on University Boulevard East—police said that two others nearby were not hurt—and the investigation is ongoing. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ A 17-year-old boy was fatally shot late Tuesday in the Long Branch area of Silver Spring — police responded at around 11:30 p.m. on University Boulevard East, pronounced him dead, and found two others uninjured while the homicide remains under investigation with no suspects in custody. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ A Montgomery County judge denied bond Tuesday for a Derwood man who faces charges for helping his roommate dispose of his 81-year-old mother's body. Four stores at Westfield Montgomery mall will close later this summer—Montgomery County police will enforce school bus laws strictly before classes start next week. MoCo360
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new docuseries titled Abandoned: The Woman in the Decaying House revisits a long-ago case of abuse in Montgomery Village as filmmaker Katia Lund documents retired FBI agent Don Neily’s account of Hilda Rosa Dos Santos’s years of domestic slavery—her ordeal that first surfaced in 2000. The series premiered in late July at the Motion Picture Association headquarters and is available for streaming on Amazon Prime. MoCo360
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On August 20th, U.S. News & World Report ranked eight Montgomery County public schools among Maryland's top 25 high schools. Walt Whitman High in Bethesda held its No.2 spot and Thomas S. Wootton High in Rockville moved to No.3 as other school rankings shifted. MoCo360
- ➤ Montgomery drivers must stop 20 feet from a school bus with its stop sign extended and red lights flashing and may not pass from any direction until the signals turn off-having to obey that rule even on roads with medians when driving in the same direction. Violators caught by onboard cameras face a $250 fine while police stops may lead to fines up to $570 and 3 license points, with County Police Chief Marc Yamada stressing the law protects students. Montgomery Community Media
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Flag football teams from Walter Johnson, Seneca Valley, Wheaton and Paint Branch high schools showcased their skills in a scrimmage during halftime of the Washington Commanders and Cincinnati Bengals preseason game on August 20 at Northwest Stadium in Landover + they gained valuable exposure ahead of the season. Montgomery County Public Schools
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Eli Lev Live Performance
10 AM – 4 PM — Olney Farmers and Artists Market — Free entry — Experience the uplifting melodies of singer-songwriter Eli Lev, promoting global connection through music.
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Jonathan Sloane Band Performance
9:00 PM - 11:59 PM — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover charge — Enjoy a night of blues, R&B, and rock 'n' roll with the multi-talented Jonathan Sloane Band.
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Fall Flea Market
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. — North Creek Community Center & Pool — Free entry — Clean out your old treasures and discover unique finds at this community flea market.
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Sunday Serenade
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Cabin John Regional Park — Free entry — Enjoy free outdoor concerts featuring local musicians and easy-listening music with breakfast treats available.
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Restore & Relax Yin Yoga with Lena
7:00 PM - 8:15 PM — Lake Marion Community Center & Pool — Entry fee applies — Experience the calming power of restorative Yin yoga and start your week off right.
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Intro to Square Dancing
7-8 p.m. — Lake Marion Community Center & Pool — Free entry — Enjoy a free demo of square dancing for ages 13 and up.
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Zydeco Dance Party
6:00 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — Cost Info not provided — Dance to the vibrant tunes of Corey Arceneaux and the Zydeco Hot Peppers.
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