Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of June.
Good morning, Gaithersburg.
Search crews resumed Monday near Great Falls to locate a young man reported missing after he separated from his group Sunday; state and federal teams searched by land, boat and air, and officials noted he was last seen wearing (blue shorts).
Koala Kreme will open its new dessert shop on Saturday, June 20 at noon at The Square at Rockville.
The shop took over the former Marble Slab Creamery space (100 Gibbs Street, Unit I) and will offer soft serve ice cream, frozen yogurt, and giveaways after a Friday ribbon cutting.
Montgomery County Public Schools offers a free summer meals program after the school year, yet families in rural Upcounty areas like Poolesville — more than 10 miles from the nearest site — face extra travel burdens.
Red, temporary fencing has been placed around a stormwater pond near Great Seneca Highway to keep residents and pets away after tests revealed elevated PFAS levels in nearby streams — county officials said tap water remains safe while further testing and well evaluations are planned.
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation announced revised transit services for Juneteenth on Friday, June 19.
County offices will be closed and most routes will run on a holiday schedule (free parking is provided at selected public garages in Bethesda, Silver Spring, and Wheaton).
Temporary bus-only lanes will run along MD 355 from July 6 to Sept.
6 for summer Red Line work. Metro will offer free Express and Local shuttles while letting vehicles remain off these lanes Monday-Saturday, 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. (7.5 lane-miles).
Maryland Department of Health expanded its advisory for Clover Hill Dairy (Mechanicsville-based), urging consumers, retailers, and restaurants not to eat, sell, or serve any cheese products due to possible Listeria contamination.
The recall covers all brands and follows an earlier advisory and facility suspension.
Montgomery County Health Officer Dr. Kisha Davis issued a public health advisory for parts of North Potomac’s Muddy Branch watershed after high PFAS levels were detected in nearby stormwater ponds.
Residents must avoid the water + get free well testing; a meeting is set for tomorrow at DuFief Elementary School.
Montgomery County native Josh Hart helped the New York Knicks clinch their first NBA title since 1973 by scoring 13 points and grabbing 11 rebounds as they beat San Antonio 94-90 on Saturday night.
Young soccer players in Montgomery Village learned skills from an expert clinic provided by D.C.
United Foundation at South Valley Park on June 11, with community partners offering free equipment and support to remove barriers to sports participation. The event underscored local efforts to empower youth through accessible athletic programs.
Stringtown Concert
8-11 p.m. — Mayan Monkey Brewing Co. — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live music by Stringtown in a local favorite brewery.
Tasty Books: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
10:30 – 11:30 AM — Casey Community Center — Free entry — Dive into a sensory journey of stories with crafts and tasty snacks.
Sunday SIP at Dave & Buster's
9 p.m.-close — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Half-priced drinks for service industry pros — Enjoy a relaxed evening with gaming and drinks at a special price.
Lifeguard Training Course
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Gaithersburg Aquatic Center — Registration required — Complete an intensive course to earn your Lifeguard and CPR certifications.
Kids Eat Free Night
5-10 p.m. — Dogfish Head Alehouse — Kids 12 and under eat free with an adult entrée — A fun-filled night for families with crafts and treats.
Stayin' Alive! 70's Dance Party
5-7 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Enjoy a delicious dinner while dancing to disco and classic 70's hits spun by DJ Darrin Carter.
Art Exhibit: Rachel Perlman
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Main Street Apartments — Registration required — Celebrate vibrant mixed-media art while enjoying wine and cheese with the artist.
SummerFest at Bohrer Park
6-11 p.m. — Bohrer Park — $20 application fee — Apply to be a food or beer vendor at this fun-filled local festival.
Intro to Kinusaiga Craft Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Ticketed event — Explore the art of kinusaiga and create stunning fabric designs in a relaxed, hands-on environment.
Kentlands/Lakelands Group Run
7:00 PM — Lakelands Park Soccer Fields — Free entry — Experience a vibrant community run through scenic neighborhoods at your own pace.
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