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Gaithersburg
Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
Good morning, Gaithersburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ BiteMe Charity Festal will take place on August 30 at The Square at Rockville from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Hosted by IVEA, the free event will feature Asian food, live cultural performances, and an Asian goods market — all proceeds will support the Maryland Food Bank’s fight against hunger. The MoCo Show
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A crash involving five vehicles occurred on southbound I-270 between Watkins Mill Road and Montgomery Village Avenue early yesterday morning and three left lanes closed—delaying traffic on the first day of school and prompting authorities to advise motorists to use alternate routes. The MoCo Show
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police — Special Victims Investigations Division ask for help finding missing 17-year-old Cheickousmane Maiga, who was last seen on August 20 at about 3:30 p.m. in the 24000 block of Newbury Rd in Gaithersburg, is 6-feet tall, has black hair and brown eyes, and wore black sweatpants, a gray shirt, a black hat, and crocs. The MoCo Show
- ➤ A gunman shot two people near Seneca Valley High School on Tuesday morning, causing four Montgomery County schools to go into lockdown as police treated the victims for non-life-threatening injuries and continued searching for the suspect—who remains at large. FOX 5
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MCPS students showed important growth in statewide testing today, with 57% earning proficiency compared to the 50.8% state average and math scores rising by 2.9% from last year—improvements were seen in 12 of 16 tested areas across elementary, middle, and high schools. The superintendent said the results signal progress while noting more work is needed for future readiness. Montgomery Community Media
- ➤ C2 Education’s Class of 2025 achieved a 94% college acceptance rate to top universities using strong test prep and tutoring—students averaged 1361 on the SAT and earned nearly $22 million in scholarships as they prepare for the new school year. The MoCo Show
- ➤ Montgomery County Public Schools started the new school year with a back-to-school kickoff and introduced a new cellphone rule+ elementary and middle school students must keep devices off during class while high school students may use them at lunch and between classes. The district will enforce the rule under the updated Student Code of Conduct+ it aims to keep students focused. FOX 5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Montgomery County Department of Transportation announced schedule changes for Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 1—Ride On buses will run on a Sunday schedule, free parking will be offered at Bethesda, Silver Spring, and Wheaton, and there will be no MARC Train service while MTA Commuter Bus service remains limited. County offices and the MC311 service center will be closed that day. The MoCo Show
- ➤ On August 25, 2025, the Gaithersburg Board of Supervisors of Elections certified the candidacies for Mayor—Jud Ashman and Tiffany Kelly—and City Council—Lisa Henderson, Jim McNulty, Chris Thoms and Omodamola Williams—for the November 4 election. Registered voters will receive mail-in ballot applications on September 5 and may vote at the Activity Center on Bohrer Park during Early Voting on October 26 and on Election Day. The MoCo Show
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Camp Out Sensory Play
10:00 – 10:45 AM — Kidcreate Studio - Rockville — Cost info not provided — Dive into a campout-themed sensory adventure with s'mores and play stations for toddlers and caregivers.
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Saints Row Pub Run
6-8 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a 3-5 mile run through Gaithersburg followed by relaxation and pints with fellow runners.
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Miss Moon Live Concert
6 PM — Barking Mad — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with Miss Moon in Gaithersburg's lovely Performer's Park.
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Weirder Theater Labor Day Weekend Special
7-10 p.m. — Give a Hoot Comedy Club — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy an electrifying improv and trivia game show with six hilarious comics competing for your laughter.
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87th Annual Labor Day Parade
10 AM-12 PM — Olde Towne Gaithersburg — Free entry — Celebrate the unofficial end of summer with a colorful parade featuring bands, clowns, and food vendors.
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Medicaid Informational Table
9 AM – 2 PM — Holy Cross Health Center — Free entry — Discover Medicaid coverage possibilities and benefits with Maryland Physicians Care representatives.
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Global Street Fair at Holiday Park Senior Center
5-7 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant street fair with global cultures, delicious foods, and dazzling performances.
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Saints Row Pub Run
6-8 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a scenic run followed by pints and camaraderie at the brewery.
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Macramé Bag Charm Workshop
2-3:30 p.m. — Locally Crafted Workshop — Cost included — Create a unique bag charm or keychain while learning macramé techniques in a supportive environment.
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Discover Dance
5:00 PM – 5:45 PM — Casey Community Center — Open to children — Experience the joy of dance through music, movement, and self-expression.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Richard Feynman
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