Good morning, Rockville.

Grammy-winning singer Ledisi brings her original songs and a tribute to Dinah Washington to two shows at Strathmore in North Bethesda.

The first show is today and the second is scheduled for Saturday + fans can expect a blend of storytelling and powerful vocals that honors musical history.

School districts are shifting from heavy screen use toward teacher-led lessons as they limit device time for younger students.

Montgomery County is reviewing its classroom tech use + plans new guidelines for the fall next school year.

MCPS students will resume classes Tuesday, Aug.

25, while transportation officials stress the need for drivers to stop for school buses when children are picked up and dropped off. The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration warns motorists to heed flashing red lights and stop arms.

Recent rain improved drought conditions across the Potomac watershed by lowering severe drought from 12% last week and boosting river flows above average, though residents are advised to conserve water as the region still needs over 8 inches more rain.

County officials opposed federal changes to Head Start that would cut staff ratios and require English-only instruction, arguing the adjustments would harm the 1,000 local children served by the program.

The comment period remains open until Oct. 6 — officials stress safeguarding the program's quality.

Recent beaver bites have drawn local attention, with two cases at Cunningham Falls in Frederick County plus another at Seneca Creek State Park in Montgomery County; experts say such events are rare and advise keeping 25 yards from any animal showing odd behavior.