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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gaithersburg native Anna Wilson auditioned on America's Got Talent on Tuesday on NBC when her mother (who secretly signed her up) revealed that Anna thought she was there for a VIP experience before an unexpected twist occurred during her performance. She is a 2022 Gaithersburg High School graduate now studying at Duquesne University's School of Music as she continues her musical career. The MoCo Show
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a vehicle fire near 700 S. Frederick Avenue at Westland Drive in Gaithersburg on Wednesday morning — the incident closed northbound Route 355 with some lanes blocked — and no injuries were reported. The MoCo Show
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County homeowners reported that their home improvement work was left unfinished, which led to a state investigation and a multimillion-dollar judgment against Optimum Construction, Optimum Interiors and owner Amr “Omar” Elrahimy — officials urge residents with similar issues to contact the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division. The MoCo Show
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kian Dhawan from Montgomery Blair High School earned a gold medal at the USA Biolympiad National Finals held at Harvard University, and he will join three other gold medalists to represent the United States at the International Biology Olympiad in Quezon City, Philippines from July 20—27; he is also conducting cancer biology research at the University of Maryland this summer. The MoCo Show
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, Governor Wes Moore joined AeroVironment to celebrate the opening of its $12.5M defense research and manufacturing facility in Germantown, which is expected to create over 200 high tech jobs plus benefit Maryland’s aerospace and defense industry with support from state and county programs. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Today at 9:30 a.m., the Montgomery County Council’s Education and Culture Committee will receive a briefing on MCPS academic performance metrics and revised grading policies for the new school year. The Government Operations and Fiscal Policy Committee will also meet at 9:30 a.m. today to review bills on internet access service procurement and retirement eligibility+ County officials expect these measures to address current challenges and set new operational guidelines+. The MoCo Show
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County DHHS is offering free back-to-school vaccinations for children in pre-kindergarten through 12 who are missing required shots to attend school. Appointments—covering Tdap, meningococcal, HPV and chickenpox vaccines—can be scheduled at several county clinics in Silver Spring, Germantown and Rockville until the end of September. The MoCo Show
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Royal Tandoor opened in May 2021 at 820 Muddy Branch Rd. in Gaithersburg’s Muddy Branch Square and quickly became a local favorite with its varied lunch buffet and refined decor. The restaurant serves dishes such as chicken biryani and tandoori chicken for $19.99 to $23.99 at a strip mall location—its attentive staff keeps the spread full. The MoCo Show
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Saints Row Brewing Weekly Pub Run
6-8 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — Free to participate — Enjoy a scenic run followed by pints and camaraderie with fellow runners.
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Open House at 452 Girard Street
4-7 p.m. — 452 Girard St, Gaithersburg, MD — Free entry — Explore this charming 2-bedroom condo in the heart of Ardmore living.
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Sunday SIP at Dave & Buster's
9 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — 1/2 priced drinks for service industry professionals — Enjoy discounted drinks and free game play every Sunday night.
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Synergy Dance Fitness
7:45-8:45 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Check website for pricing — Experience high energy choreography with global music influences in a supportive atmosphere.
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Storytime Station: Eggs-cellent Animals
11 a.m. — Gaithersburg Community Museum — Free entry — Enjoy a playful morning learning about egg-born animals with stories and potential live chicks.
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Let's Cook@Casey, Jr: Creating Healthy and Artistic Meals
5-7 p.m. — Casey Community Center — Check registration dates for details — Discover how to prepare healthy meals in a fun, hands-on cooking class with a registered dietitian.
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Science in the Summer: Be a Dietitian
10-11 a.m. — Gaithersburg Community Museum — Free entry — Investigate health challenges and design solutions while learning to be a dietitian.
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Fidget Toys & Slime Mini Camp
9 AM - 3 PM — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Cost info not provided — A creative camp where kids design fidget toys and slime while having sensory fun.
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Date Night - Bikini Bottom
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Check the website for details — A unique opportunity for parents to enjoy a night out while kids engage in fun activities.
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Sunday SIP for Service Industry Professionals
9 p.m.-close — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — 1/2 priced drinks and FREE $10 Power Card — Enjoy a night of fun and gaming with exclusive discounts for service industry staff.
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