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Thursday, December 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Professional athletes James Wood and Luis Almeida visited their alma mater, Cashell Elementary School, to inspire students.  MoCo360
  • Montgomery County Recreation is hosting two free summer camp fairs in January to assist families in planning their summer activities, with on-site registration available for programs and financial aid.  Montgomery Community Media
  • Residents of the Chelsea Wood Condominiums in Maryland are experiencing heating issues with no immediate resolution available.  WUSA9

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A three-vehicle crash on Shady Grove Road at Epsilon Drive in Montgomery County caused several westbound lanes to close.  WJLA

CRIME NEWS

  • Joshua Delaney, 26, was sentenced to a suspended 17-month term, three years probation, and 40 hours of community service for vandalizing Faith United Methodist Church in Rockville.  Montgomery Community Media

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Montgomery County delegation proposed legislation to increase school board pay, cap superintendent payouts, restrict cell phone use in schools, and expand mandatory holidays at MCPS.  MoCo360
  • The MCPS Superintendent proposes a $3.61 billion budget for 2026, aiming for stability with a 9% increase in spending, focusing on staff salaries, special education staffing, and addressing underfunded areas.  MoCo360

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Montgomery County activates an Extreme Cold Alert for Thursday morning, advising residents to layer up and take precautions due to expected wind chills below 32 degrees Fahrenheit.  Montgomery Community Media

HEALTH NEWS

  • December is designated as 'Seasonal Affective Disorder Awareness' month to highlight the impact of shorter days and reduced light on people's mood, pointing to treatments like light therapy and lifestyle changes.  Montgomery Community Media

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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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.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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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.

    Sun, 1/12/25

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