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Gaithersburg
Friday, August 1st, 2025
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Officers from Montgomery County Police Department’s 6th District investigated a stabbing near the 18300 block of Lost Knife Circle in Montgomery Village + Gaithersburg on Thursday morning, with one adult male sustaining injuries and no suspect in custody. The MoCo Show
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Governor Wes Moore announced that X-energy will move its Maryland headquarters to a new 125,000-square-foot building in Gaithersburg and open a 90,000-square-foot test center in Frederick—keeping 260 employees and planning to add 525 new jobs over the next six years with state and local support. The MoCo Show
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Emergency teams in Montgomery County will host National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5 to meet residents and share safety tips—local festivities in Gaithersburg are set at the Casey Community Center. County officials noted that overall crime rates have declined and urged residents to take precautions with their vehicles. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ Montgomery County has introduced seven new safety ideas to improve roadway conditions by banning right turns on red, adding bike routes, and installing five miles of new sidewalks on key roads. County officials say the measures—aimed at achieving Vision Zero—along with school walkability audits, bike rodeos, and stronger police enforcement will be completed by the end of June 2026. WTOP
- ➤ Montgomery County recently held a Vision Zero steering committee meeting to discuss a new Fiscal Year 2026 Work Plan that will include a dozen bikeway projects, a $15 million enhancement on pedestrian safety, 15 school walkability audits plus additional projects to expand safe corridors and sidewalks. Officials said the plan builds on nine years of effort that produced a 27% drop in serious and fatal collisions as they work to further improve road safety. Montgomery Community Media
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Weed Warriors Cleanup
8-10 a.m. — Malcolm King Park — Free entry — Volunteer to help remove invasive plants while enjoying the beauty of the park.
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Beaded Fish Craft Workshop
12:30-2:30 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Materials included — Create whimsical beaded fish charms for your accessories this summer.
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G-Corps - Community Service Session
8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Gaithersburg Youth Center in Olde Towne — Free — Engage in community service projects while earning SSL hours and making a difference.
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NARI After 5 Networking Event
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Maryland Carpet & Tile — Free for members, non-members welcome — Network over drinks and hors d'oeuvres with industry professionals.
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Craft Your Room Mini-Camp for Tweens and Teens
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Cost not specified — Creative camp for youngsters to design personalized room decor like garlands and wall hangings.
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O'McPub Band Performance
7-11 p.m. — Montgomery County Fair — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of the O'McPub Band bringing lively Irish tunes to the fair.
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Let's Talk Wellness & Coping
1-4 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — $65 before July 31st — Engage in an interactive experience focused on mental health, self-care, and essential oil blending.
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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
2-3:30 p.m. — Gaithersburg Arts Barn — $45 — Enjoy a hilarious Tony award-winning musical filled with spelling, singing, and audience participation.
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Basic English Conversation
12:30-1:20 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free — Build your English speaking and writing skills with games, puzzles, and more in a supportive environment.
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Canasta Lessons with Annette Thompson
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free for members/$3 for nonmembers — Learn the classic card game Canasta with experienced instructor Annette Thompson.
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