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Thursday, December 12th, 2024
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Elizabeth Scott, a 77-year-old coordinator for Toys for Tots in Montgomery County, Maryland, successfully secures a warehouse donation to continue providing holiday gifts, aiming to serve 30,000 children and surpassing the goal with nearly 40,000 toys collected. WTOP
- ➤ Santa Claus is joining Montgomery County police and local volunteer fire departments throughout December for neighborhood visits to spread holiday cheer. MoCo360
- ➤ Montgomery County's Ride On bus service experienced the second-largest ridership increase in the US with over 3 million additional rides, totaling over 18.5 million last year. Montgomery Community Media
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ravinklejeet Mathon, involved in a gold bar scam targeting an elderly victim, received a five-year prison sentence with five years probation from Montgomery County Circuit Court. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Montgomery County's Consumer Protection Office advises on avoiding USPS package tracking scams heightened by holiday delivery increases. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ A former manager at Silo Falls Restaurant in Maryland has been charged with theft after using a customer's forgotten credit card for unauthorized purchases. FOX 5 DC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools acknowledges delayed response to a racist incident at Thomas S. Wootton High School, amidst discussions on the effectiveness of its current three-tiered hate bias response system. WJLA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Metro gains approval to reintroduce automatic train operations on the Red Line, aiming for enhanced safety and efficiency, with plans to increase train speeds up to 75 mph. WJLA
SPORTS NEWS
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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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