Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rockville was named the 23rd most generous city in the U.S. by GoFundMe, with over 15,000 residents donating more than $2.3 million to various causes in 2024. MoCo360
- ➤ Joe's Noodle House, a decades-old staple for Sichuan cuisine in Rockville, is set to close on December 30 due to the chef retiring and the owner's return to Taiwan. MoCo360
- ➤ A Maryland father has fostered community spirit for decades by organizing neighborhood gatherings. WUSA9
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Red Line trains in Montgomery County single-tracked for hours due to an arcing insulator, affecting service between the Medical Center and Friendship Heights stations. WJLA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joshua Delaney was sentenced to 17 months, suspended for probation, with directives for restitution, community service, and therapy for vandalizing Faith United Methodist Church in Rockville. Montgomery Community Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Wootton High School town hall on racism and communication lapses barred media entry as Montgomery County Public Schools addresses past incidents and community concerns. WJLA
- ➤ The Montgomery County Education Association endorses legislation to increase school holidays, raise Board of Education pay, limit student cell phone use, and cap superintendent contract payouts in Maryland. Montgomery Community Media
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Live Music by June Star Featuring Dave Hadley at Hank Dietle's Tavern
June Star, formed in 1998, will perform live music at Hank Dietle's Tavern, showcasing their extensive discography and engaging performances.
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