Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
Good morning, Rockville.
Two people with gunshot wounds were taken to Adventist HealthCare Germantown Emergency Center Tuesday morning — officers had been dispatched after a shooting near a housing complex on Crystal Rock Drive close to Seneca Valley High School.
Bethesda Magazine has released a guide of 24 fall events in Montgomery County—these include music shows, art festivals, and film screenings scheduled from Sept.
6 to Oct. 25 that let locals plan their fall activities.
On Aug. 23, MCPS hosted a Back-to-School Fair where thousands of students, parents, and community members collected free school supplies and information.
The event featured live music, dancing, art activities, immunizations + community services to kick off the new school year.
Nearly 160,000 Montgomery County students returned to classrooms on Tuesday as schools launched new cell phone rules for younger students and updated their student code of conduct.
Changes to the grading system now require teachers to base final grades on numeric averages with late work not accepted during the final five days—staffing shortages were not clearly addressed.
Montgomery County Public Schools held its first-ever Student Transition Day on August 26—a full-day event aimed at helping students adjust to new school levels or buildings with positive feedback from photos and staff reports.
Rockville Councilmember Izola Shaw announced her run for Montgomery County Council in District 3 as Councilmember Sidney Katz is term-limited—she plans to support rent stabilization, a $15 minimum wage, and better transit while drawing on her City Council and federal work experience at FEMA and NIH.
By October, Montgomery County will open a jobs center to help federal workers laid off by offering professional development, job placement support, executive coaching and resume help—county officials say the new center will ease the transition to new work opportunities.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
TSB Basketball Express for Ages 4 to 5
12:00 PM — Lake Marion Community Center & Pool — Participation fee required — A fun and engaging introductory basketball program for young children to develop skills and teamwork.
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.
A Day in the Parks: Exploring Ferns
9:20 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Ticket information not provided — Discover the shady world of ferns through guided identification and immersive nature experiences.
Fast Eddie & The Slowpokes Live Performance
8:30 PM – 2:30 AM — Hershey's Restaurant — Cover charge may apply — Enjoy a night of soulful blues from the acclaimed duo with accolades under their belt.
Autumn Inspirations Craft Show
11 AM – 3 PM — Kentlands Mansion — Free entry — Celebrate fall with handcrafted goods from local artisans at the historic Kentlands Mansion.
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