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Saturday, July 19th, 2025
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Air conditioning now works in nine units at Hillside Senior Apartments as the City of Gaithersburg and County Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles enforced county code requirements—temporary units were provided to eight apartments after one resident declined the offer, ensuring seniors no longer face excessive summer heat. Montgomery Community Media
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Royal Cut Kings has opened Tapers & Tequila, a new barbershop, bar & lounge at 16821 Crabbs Branch Way in the Derwood/Gaithersburg/Rockville area. The grand opening event will be held on Saturday, August 9th from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will feature live grooming demonstrations, signature tequila cocktails & live entertainment. The MoCo Show
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery County Police arrested 44-year-old Nicholas Lloyd from Germantown after he allegedly shot three people in a dispute outside his home on Shadyside Way on July 16 — he now faces multiple charges including attempted murder and assault while being held without bond. The MoCo Show
- ➤ After several consumer complaints, Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection launched an investigation into Amr “Omar” Elrahimy’s home improvement practices that involved nearly 5,000 consumer law violations—prompting a search for over $4 million in restitution. Montgomery Community Media
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Montgomery College—in partnership with MCPS—will host its free Montgomery Can Code summer camp for middle school students from July 21 to 25, where they will learn app development using Apple's Swift programming language and use provided iPads for hands-on practice. This initiative aims to expand STEM skills among students in the region. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Montgomery County Council reviewed changes to the MCPS grading system that will start next school year, aiming to replace letter grades with specific percentages and set a minimum 50% on assignments that show effort. The new rules mandate two reassessment opportunities—adjustments that may lower some students’ GPAs—while seeking to restore academic rigor and clarity. Montgomery Community Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown condemned a reported data-sharing agreement that allowed ICE access to Medicaid recipients’ personal information—he announced a multistate lawsuit contesting the health department’s decision and noted that a hearing on the preliminary injunction is set for August 7. The MoCo Show
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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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G-Corps - Service Session
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM — Gaithersburg Youth Center in Olde Towne — Free entry — Engage in meaningful community service projects and earn SSL hours.
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Storytime Station
11 a.m. — Gaithersburg Community Museum — Free entry — A delightful morning of books, songs, and movement for young children and their guardians.
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