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Tuesday, December 31st, 2024
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Good morning, Rockville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County police officer Cpl. Phil Brower mourns the loss of his K-9 partner Monte, a Belgian Malinois-German shepherd mix, who died after suffering a medical emergency, leaving a legacy of distinguished service on the force and a deep bond with his handler. MoCo360
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County Police Alcohol Holiday Task Force arrested 27 individuals for DUI between Dec. 18 and Dec. 21, raising the total to 164 arrests this season. Montgomery Community Media
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The article highlights the profound friendship between former President Jimmy Carter and Mattie Stepanek, a young poet from Rockville battling a rare form of muscular dystrophy, underscoring their shared passion for peace and Carter's Nobel Peace Prize dedication to Stepanek. WTOP
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Maryland implements a Pre-K-3 literacy policy to improve reading performance, facing concerns over funding and infrastructure for its 2023 rollout. WJLA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County is addressing its significant affordable housing shortage through various strategies, including the Thrive 2050 plan which aims to add 41,000 new units by 2030, despite differing views on the best solutions among officials, residents, and the county executive. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ D.C., Maryland, and Virginia will see new laws implemented on Jan. 1, 2025, including traffic regulations, healthcare mandates, and economic policies. WTOP
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Nobody's Business - Live Music
Nobody's Business is a talented seven-piece band performing a blend of funky blues, rock-and-roll, soul, R&B, and country at Hank Dietle's Tavern.
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Swing 5 Jazz at Hank Dietle's Tavern
Experience an evening of jazz and swing music reminiscent of 1930s France with the Swing 5 band, featuring local guitarist James Key and a mix of lively instruments.
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Live Music by Folk Singer/Songwriter Rob Romans
Rob Romans, a folk singer and songwriter, performs at Hank Dietle's Tavern during happy hour, sharing his music and storytelling from a rich background in the Army and street performance.
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