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Friday, December 6th, 2024
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County unveils a memorial for Tuskegee Airman Brig. Gen. Charles McGee and hosts holiday events including tree lightings and a community resource fair. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Montgomery County hosts a weekend of events from Dec. 6-8 featuring markets, music, and holiday celebrations. Montgomery Community Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County Board of Education approved the 2025-2026 school year calendars, introducing a new Student Transition Day and an innovative calendar for Arcola Elementary with 206 instructional days. Montgomery County Public Schools
- ➤ The Montgomery County school board voted to hire FLO Analytics for a $1.3 million contract to conduct a school boundary study, which will include 19 high schools and 31 middle schools to accommodate new school openings and alleviate space needs. MoCo360
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County is under an Extreme Cold Alert and Wind Advisory due to low temperatures, potential snow or rain, and wind gusts up to 50 mph, affecting outdoor school activities. MoCo360
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Rockville, Montgomery County, a proposed bill aims to shift the collection of development impact taxes to after the completion of buildings, receiving support from local developers and commerce officials. MoCo360
- ➤ Julie Yang and Grace Rivera-Oven, both elected in 2022, were unanimously chosen as board president and vice president, respectively, by the school board members. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Montgomery County police intensified efforts to enforce pedestrian safety laws, targeting unsafe driving and failing to yield to pedestrians, as part of their Vision Zero initiative aimed at eliminating traffic fatalities. MoCo360
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Family-Friendly Breakfast with Santa
Experience a magical morning with a hearty breakfast and a special visit from Santa, perfect for the whole family.
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Ten Feet Tall at Hank Dietle's Tavern
Enjoy a lively performance by DC groove band Ten Feet Tall, blending original music with classic funk and soul covers after a six-year hiatus.
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MCRRC Jingle Bell Jog 8K Race
The MCRRC Jingle Bell Jog 8K is a community race that welcomes non-members to participate and volunteer, fostering a festive atmosphere during the holiday season.
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Patsy's Honky Tonk Christmas Show Featuring The Crayfish Sisters
Patsy's Honky Tonk Torch & Twang performs classic country and honky tonk music alongside The Crayfish Sisters, who recreate vintage harmony sounds from the 50s and 60s.
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Burt the Dirt Live Concert
Burt the Dirt, a 6-piece band based in Maryland and Washington D.C., will perform a mix of original songs and covers, including a Rolling Stones tribute, at Hank Dietle's Tavern.
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New Year's Eve Celebration with The Highballers at Hank Dietle's Tavern
Celebrate the arrival of the New Year with live music from The Highballers, known for their unique blend of rock-influenced country music, at Hank Dietle's Tavern.
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