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Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teachers have reported that rowdy behavior in classrooms is causing hard times for students, and experts say closer observation may help spot early warning signs—parents and education professionals call for stronger home—school connections to curb the misbehavior. Local educators urge stricter discipline and active involvement in order to support safe and focused learning today. WJLA
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools said 95.4% of special education teacher roles and 92.5% of paraeducator spots were filled as of August 26, but 59 teacher openings still remain—officials explained they use higher pay to attract skilled staff. The district continues to recruit for these key positions under its new budget plan. MoCo360
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County Councilmember Gabe Albornoz announced Monday that he will not run for a third term during the 2026 election—this decision opens three of the four at-large seats for new candidates. MoCo360
- ➤ Montgomery County residents raised concerns over the University Boulevard Corridor Plan—designed to allow single-family homes to convert to duplexes or triplexes while adding transit stops, bikeways, and wider sidewalks—at a recent public hearing. A second public hearing is held today at 7 p.m. in Rockville to gather further community feedback before the proposal goes to the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Full Commission. WJLA
- ➤ WMATA is changing its bus routes to improve on-time performance and expand service — the adjustments will give Rockville riders more reliable transit options. WUSA9
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UMD-REACH in Rockville had its NIH grant cut in May and later reinstated, which slowed research and student training in communication science. Maryland researchers report that 79 grant programs were disrupted—halting some studies—and delayed funds have hurt progress in health innovation. MoCo360
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Six Montgomery County public school football teams finished their second week undefeated after winning games on Friday and earlier this week—each game showing strong defense and key plays that set the stage for more action this fall. MoCo360
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Dance Adult Fitness Class
7:10-8:00 p.m. — North Creek Community Center & Pool — Check website for pricing — Groove into fitness with a vibrant dance fitness class led by Salsa Prince Fitness.
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Lotería Night
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Family-friendly — Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a fun night of Lotería, crafts, and community connection.
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Parks Ale Trail
11 AM – 3 PM — Lake Needwood, Rock Creek Regional Park — Cost info not provided — Enjoy craft beers, live music, and scenic hiking at the annual Parks Ale Trail.
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Mini-Golf and Picnic with Gaithersburg Police
10:45 a.m. - 1:45 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled morning of mini-golf followed by a delightful picnic lunch.
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Galloping Gourmets at Madrones
10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — $20 — Enjoy a culinary experience at a top-rated restaurant with fresh options.
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