Good morning, Rockville.

The National Park Service’s Land and Water Conservation Fund granted $1.5 million to upgrade two parks—Gunner’s Lake Park in Germantown will receive a new pavilion, playground, athletic fields, a walking track, and fitness area while Rockville City plans to redevelop its former golf course at RedGate Park with new paths, benches, picnic tables, and educational signs. The project will boost outdoor recreation and improve access for residents.

County leaders canceled the Hispanic Heritage Month Festival planned for next month at Marian Fryer Plaza in Wheaton because safety concerns from increased federal immigration enforcement prompted a shift in funding — with County Executive Marc Elrich saying funds will be redirected to school-based events. Councilmember Natali Fani-González argued the decision hurts immigrant-owned businesses — leaving families to choose for themselves.

A Montgomery County DHHS employee defrauded the county of over $13,000 by spending more than 270 hours meeting private clients during work time and separated on September 24 while county officials work to recover the funds.

More than 50 Montgomery County Public Schools staff volunteered on a non-instructional day to pack comfort cases filled with essential supplies for children in foster care and those experiencing homelessness.

The cases, organized with a local nonprofit, reached students to help meet their basic needs.

Montgomery County Public Schools reminded its staff to follow social media best practices after posting new guidelines on September 24—expecting online behavior to match the Employee Code of Conduct—and the measures aim to protect the district's professional image.

Montgomery County government and police announced Tuesday that starting Oct.

1 a new state law will replace the flat $40 speed camera fine with a graduated schedule and add 216 automated cameras — 140 for speeding and 76 for red light violations — to support the Vision Zero initiative. Officials said the cameras will be placed in high-risk areas even as critics claim the program is a money grab and question who benefits from the extra fine revenue.

Today the Montgomery County Board of Elections raised red flags about the US Postal Service—raising concerns that mail service issues could impact voter participation.

The board stated it will keep a close watch on the situation as election activities move forward.

Matt Post—26, a former Montgomery County school board member who spoke at the March for Our Lives rally—is running to win a seat in the Maryland House of Delegates in District 14 for the 2026 election.

He aims to bring fresh leadership to issues such as gun violence and climate change, with the filing deadline set on Feb. 24, 2026.

Friday Rhythms: Line Dance

12:30-1:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Enjoy a fun line dancing session with a chance to learn new moves and socialize.

Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble

5-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $25 — Experience soulful Creole music that gets everyone dancing with Curley Taylor's Zydeco Trouble.

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.

2025 Antique and Classic Car Show

11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Rockville Civic Center — Free admission for spectators — Showcase of stunning antique and classic cars with awards and live music.

Bill Baker Band Live Performance

5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No Cover — Enjoy award-winning local music from Bill Baker and friends during Happy Hour.

Patty Griffin and Rickie Lee Jones Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Music Center at Strathmore — Tickets required — Enjoy an enchanting evening of music with legendary artists Patty Griffin and Rickie Lee Jones.

Game Day at St. Veg

2-5 p.m. — St. Veg — Free entry — Enjoy a fun afternoon of games with friends and family at a local favorite venue.