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Gaithersburg
Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Culture Kitchen has rebranded from Health Pack Meals to highlight its fast-casual style with global flavors and healthy ingredients. The restaurant at 340 Main St. in Kentlands offers dine-in, takeout, and meal prep with signature bowls at $14.95 and kids bowls at $8.95. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Char’d is set to open its first Maryland restaurant at Pike & Rose, taking over the former BurgerFi space. It will open late January to early February, pending final preparations, as Char’d expands its presence in Montgomery County. The MoCo Show
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Maryland lost nearly 25,000 federal jobs in 2025 — 10,300 in October and November — after federal workforce cuts reshaped the state’s labor landscape. State officials offer job placement services and emergency aid for affected workers as the local economy adjusts. FOX 5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery College Foundation received a $125,000 donation from Ken and Julie Cook to boost the Macklin Business Institute plus the nursing program, funding scholarships and enhancements. The gift honors Gordon Macklin’s legacy and Pam Hard’s nursing career and reflects Cook’s 29 years of service. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools recommended mask use in school health rooms after rising respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19 & flu were reported on Thursday. The guideline, based on state health advice, is optional and does not apply to other school areas. The MoCo Show
- ➤ At Thursday's MCPS board meeting, parents opposed the plan to close Wootton High School and shift students to the new Crown High School. The board is inviting feedback through a survey before making a final decision on March 26. WTOP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Moore announced the Vax Act on Thursday, Jan. 8 to give Maryland’s health department authority to issue vaccine guidelines based on scientific evidence+ the measure ensures insurance coverage and pharmacist access to vaccines to protect public health. The MoCo Show
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Council member Laurie-Anne Sayles has proposed a special $1 million allocation to keep essential health services running amid federal funding cuts; she will hold a press conference on Monday, Jan. 12 at Veterans Plaza in Silver Spring with a public hearing on Jan. 13. Montgomery Community Media
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Climbing and Dining Meetup
5-7 p.m. — Sportrock Climbing Centers — Cost varies — Social climbing event followed by nearby food for all skill levels.
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Game Days at D&B
11 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — $10 for 10 wings — Score big with game day deals and plenty of fun games.
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Game Days at Dave & Buster's
11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Game day deals available — Score big with 10 wings for $10.
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Game Days at D&B
11:00 a.m. — Dave and Buster's - Gaithersburg — $10 for 10 wings — Score big with game day deals at Dave & Buster's.
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Pre-K Gymnastics Class
10:15 a.m. — Casey Community Center — Class fee varies — A fun class for little ones to learn gymnastics and build self-esteem through active play.
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Game Days at D&B
11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Game day deals await — Score big with tasty wings for just $10.
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Game Days at Dave & Buster's
11:00am — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — $10 for 10 wings — Score big with game day deals and enjoy a fun atmosphere.
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Game Days at D&B
11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Game day deals — Score big with game day specials including tasty wings.
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Family Pajama Party: Dino ROAR Pajama Party
5:30-7 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Family-friendly — Enjoy dino-themed crafts and activities to warm up the winter night.
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Game Days at Dave & Buster's
11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — 10 wings for $10 — Score big with game day deals and fun for all ages.
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