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Friday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Historic Olney Ale House will reopen Tuesday at 11 a.m. after six years of closure following a 2019 fire — the owner has planned a Thursday ribbon-cutting celebration at 5 p.m. Meanwhile, Lime & Cilantro remains closed and Pisco y Nazca debuts a fall menu with new dishes and a cocktail flight to support breast cancer research — a seasonal update for local diners. MoCo360
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Novavax will turn over its 170,000-square-foot facility lease in Gaithersburg and sell a 9.7-acre parking lot and two parcels to AstraZeneca as it shifts away from manufacturing, while two downtown Silver Spring restaurants celebrate long anniversaries and a former federal worker-led nonprofit will set up weekly food banks during the government shutdown. MoCo360
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools are hosting financial aid workshops at high schools to show families how to get help paying for college and career training through loans, grants and scholarships + work-study programs. Parents may attend any session and should check the school website for details. Montgomery County Public Schools
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools reminded bus riders on October 23 to stay seated, keep the aisle clear, and listen to drivers so that everyone's safety is ensured. Parents were urged to help by arriving five minutes early — making the bus ride feel like a rolling classroom that keeps children safe. Montgomery County Public Schools
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Celeste Iroha dropped out of the County Executive race last week because of health and housing challenges after filing her candidacy in March. The health worker — who had a growth on her vocal cords after surgery — endorsed Council Vice President Will Jawando. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Maryland Gov. Wes Moore visited a new Montgomery County job center for displaced federal workers on Thursday and met with staff and former employees who found new work while the center has helped about 300 people since early October—federal workers have also applied for interest-free loans and unemployment insurance amid federal job cuts. WJLA
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools is holding additional public hearings and work sessions for the FY 2027 Capital Budget and FY 2027-2032 Capital Improvements Program that requests $2.7 billion over six years yet covers only half the facilities' needs. After a hearing held on Oct. 23, the board will meet on Oct. 28 at 6 p.m. and on Nov. 4 at 10 a.m., with another session planned for Nov. 11 if needed. Montgomery County Public Schools
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Rising housing costs have led Maryland to lose about 40,000 residents each year who move to states with more affordable housing, the state Comptroller's Office reported. WUSA9
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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.
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Board Games and Pizza Gathering
1-3 p.m. — Wegmans Pharmacy — Free entry — Connect with fellow board game enthusiasts over pizza in a cozy cafe setting.
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Jay Byrd Live Performance
5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No Cover — Enjoy live Americana music from award-winning guitarist and songwriter Jay Byrd.
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Deja' Voodoo Live Concert
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No Cover — Experience swampy, hypnotic bluesy rock 'n soul that will leave you gasping for air but begging for more!
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Big Howdy Bluegrass Showcase Featuring Alice Gerrard
5-7:30 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $20 — Experience the legendary Alice Gerrard perform with her unique blend of traditional music and bluegrass influences.
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Tom Mindte & Willie Barry with The Original Dixieland Rock n' Roll Band
6-9 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $15 — Experience an electrifying night of rock n' roll with Tom Mindte, Willie Barry, and a talented band lineup.
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Tennis Session for 3.0 and Above Players
5-7 p.m. — Woodley Gardens Park — RSVP required — Enjoy a competitive tennis match in a welcoming environment while connecting with fellow enthusiasts.
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Dan Hovey Live Performance
5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No Cover — Enjoy an evening with former Nighthawks guitarist Dan Hovey playing fingerstyle tunes in a lively tavern setting.
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David Goodfriend and Skip Casale Live Performance
5:30-7 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — No cover — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt original tunes and blues that invite everyone to participate in the music experience.
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The Longtimers Concert
8-11 p.m. — Hank Dietle's Tavern — $10 Cover — Enjoy high energy Americana roots rock from DC's finest old-school band.
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