Good morning, Gaithersburg.

Value City Furniture permanently closed its Rockville location at 12055 Rockville Pike in Montrose Crossing Shopping Center yesterday as part of a nationwide liquidation by American Signature Inc that began its going out of business sales on January 10.

New York-based Xi’an Famous Foods will open its first company-owned Maryland restaurant at Montrose Crossing in Rockville in Q2.

The 1,718 sqft space next to RASA and Five Guys will bring its authentic Chinese dishes to the local community.

Montgomery County officials and planners are hoping to revitalize the vacant 200-acre COMSAT site in Clarksburg with the new Gateway Sector Plan, aiming to attract a large company to spur economic growth.

The plan meets long-standing goals to develop employment centers (a step toward change for the area).

Families of autistic children raised concerns over MCPS's proposed special education staffing changes that could cut paraeducator support and autism services (part of the fiscal year 2027 budget plan), while district officials said essential supports remain in place.

The MD 28 (Dickerson Road) bridge over the Monocacy River will be closed from 6 a.m. Saturday, Jan.

17 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 18 for repairs after a truck struck it in Oct. 2024; drivers must use a detour via MD 85, MD 80, I-270 and MD 109.

Hallie Wells Middle School is deep cleaning its facilities after several students and staff reported gastrointestinal symptoms, including vomiting and stomach cramps.

The school remains open, but after-school activities on Thursday and today are cancelled, and the 8th grade dance is postponed (new date pending).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Book Lovers Craft Camp for Kids

12:30-4 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Cost included with registration — Kids will dive into reading-inspired crafting activities and create personalized book-themed items.

Blood Drive at Casey Community Center

10 AM – 3:30 PM — Casey Community Center — Free — Donate blood and help save lives.

Kid's Night at Dogfish Head Alehouse

5-11:59 p.m. — Dogfish Head Alehouse — Kids 12 and under eat FREE with adult entrée — A special night for kids with free meals and crafts every last Wednesday of the month.

Game Days at Dave & Buster's

11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's - Gaithersburg — Special deals on food — Score big with game day deals including 10 wings for $10.