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Friday, August 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man who intentionally drove his car into an officer was sentenced to 22 years (the crash cost the officer his legs) and his actions led to a new Maryland law (aimed at preventing similar incidents). WUSA9
- ➤ On August 25, police arrested Alexis Alfaro, a 16-year-old from Silver Spring, after a robbery turned stabbing on Clarksburg Road when he tried to take a teen's belongings and then attacked with a knife— the victim was taken to a local hospital with light wounds. Montgomery Community Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County Executive Marc Elrich will hold 12 budget forums starting Sept. 8 to collect public feedback for the fiscal year 2027 spending plan (most sessions are available both in person and virtually) as he prepares his final proposal before his term ends. The County Council is set to review his recommendations and must adopt the final budget by June 1. MoCo360
- ➤ Montgomery County police have partnered with University of Maryland Global Campus to offer up to $60,000 off college degree programs for police officers & family members to help fill about 180 vacancies. The program allows officers to apply academy training and military service as college credits and is expected to boost both recruitment and retention. WTOP
- ➤ Izola Shaw declared her candidacy for the Montgomery County Council District 3 seat on August 28 after serving on Rockville City Council since 2023. She is running to succeed term-limited Sidney Katz by emphasizing progressive policies—affordable housing and public campaign finance—and her campaign may face a contest against Gaithersburg Mayor Jud Ashman. MoCo360
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An outbreak of hand, foot, and mouth disease has led Rockville's Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center to treat more children with painful blisters and fever—Doctor Neil Roy said the virus spreads quickly in daycares and schools, so parents are urged to keep sick children home and disinfect surfaces. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Yesterday, Montgomery County held an Overdose Remembrance Day event in downtown Rockville that featured a resource fair at 5:30 p.m. and a candlelight vigil at 7 p.m. at Memorial Plaza—101 Monroe St.—to honor those lost to overdose as the county reported 20 overdose deaths in the first half of 2025. MoCo360
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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