Good morning, Gaithersburg.

New data shows that homelessness in Montgomery County has risen as rising living costs, slow wage growth and cuts to key support programs leave more families at risk.

Officials say the County Council will meet tomorrow to review the findings and consider more funds + new programs to help struggling residents.

The air conditioning at the county animal shelter shut off Monday due to a mechanical problem during a heat wave, and emergency foster homes were set up for the animals.

It was repaired Tuesday at 11:30 a.m.—management still offers short-term fosters as the shelter remains over capacity.

The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center at 7315 Muncaster Mill Rd in Derwood restored its air conditioning after a motor failure forced an urgent call for temporary foster homes for 40 vulnerable animals.

The Department of General Services fixed the system, and the shelter ended its emergency response + resumed normal operations.

MoMo Hub, a popular Nepalese dumpling restaurant that first opened in Clarksville in 2022, has launched a new stall at Commas Food Hall in Silver Spring—one of three food stalls available that serves dishes like chicken steamed Mo:Mo and Bara with options for halal, vegan, or vegetarian diets while earning high online ratings.

Since May 21, the MCPD Summer Traffic Task Force and partner agencies conducted 454 traffic stops—resulting in 60 DUI arrests, 551 citations and 646 warnings—in a campaign that targeted high-risk times like prom season, graduations and summer holidays.

A 22-year-old Gaithersburg man was critically injured when he was struck by a bronze-colored vehicle on Dorsey Road near Aviation Boulevard in Hanover at 2:04 a.m. on June 21; police said the driver fled the scene and they are investigating the hit-and-run.

The Montgomery County Board of Education will formally install its 47th Student Member—Anuva Maloo—on July 1 at 4:00 p.m. at 15 W.

Gude Drive; Maloo, a junior at Montgomery Blair High School and class president, will begin her term with voting rights on key education matters and receive a college scholarship, volunteer hours, and a social studies credit.

Gov. Moore announced a hiring freeze—set to begin July 1—that will cut 150 open state jobs and save about $120 million from the personnel budget amid budget cuts for education and healthcare.

He said he is working with unions to lessen the impact on current workers as state leaders approved more than $2 billion in cuts.

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Sportrock Falling & Commitment Gym Clinic

7 PM - 12 AM — Sportrock Climbing Centers — Minimum 4 students required — Master falling safely and committing to climbing moves in this comprehensive clinic.

Open House at Hidden Creek Community

3-8 p.m. — 20 Inkberry Circle — Free entry — Explore this spacious townhome in a family-friendly community with great amenities.

Sunday SIP

9 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — 1/2 priced drinks and a FREE $10 Power Card for service industry professionals — Enjoy a fun night out with great drinks and gaming.

T. Swift Era Summer Camp

1-4 p.m. — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Check website for pricing — Immerse in creativity inspired by Taylor Swift's iconic music and style at this fun art camp for kids.

Teens Summer Pilates Workshops

12-1 p.m. — Integrative Health Recreation & Musu Wellness Coaching LLC — Free entry — Have fun while toning your muscles and improving your fitness in a social setting.

Saints Row Pub Run

6-8 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a scenic 3-5 mile run followed by pints and camaraderie with fellow runners.

Hepcat Hoodie Live Performance

5:30-11:30 p.m. — Beers & Cheers Too — Cost varies — Experience the vibrant sounds of Hepcat Hoodie, a musical duo evolving through local gigs.

STEM Forward Camp

10 AM – 12 PM — Casey Community Center — Pricing not specified — Engage young minds with a week of exciting STEM activities designed to entertain and educate.

Spirit Beats: Drumming for Fitness

1:45-2:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Contact for pricing — Experience a full-body cardio drumming workout to upbeat music for all fitness levels.