Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
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🏘️ Community
Latino families have moved to the D.C. region for better education, affordable housing, and community support—experts note growth in areas like Takoma Park and Silver Spring.
Census data from 2024 shows that Hispanic populations rose in counties such as Fairfax and Prince George’s—trends that may bring more opportunities across the region.
💼 Business
Watkins Mill graduate and fashion designer Telfar Clemens & Timberland have paired to launch a new collection that reimagines classic work boots and bags.
Released this fall, it features redesigned boots, a slip-on loafer and bags inspired by his famous Shopping Bag, and it is crafted with premium nubuck leather.
🏛️ Government
WSSC Water has opened its new state-certified laboratory in Silver Spring—this $38 million facility nearly doubles in size to add advanced PFAS, algal toxin and taste and odor testing equipment that boosts water quality monitoring for 1.9 million residents.
The lab upgrade will reduce reliance on out-of-state tests, improve emergency response and support 350 local jobs while meeting LEED Gold standards.
🏈 Sports
MCPS high school football week 6 results were updated on October 10 with confirmed scores from games played on October 9 and 10.
Churchill beat Gaithersburg 51 to 7 and Northwest defeated Seneca Valley 45 to 7 while scores for other games remain pending confirmation.
🎉 Gaithersburg Events
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STEM Family Sundays at iFLY Washington DC
3:30-6 p.m. — iFLY Indoor Skydiving- Montgomery — Affordable packages available — Experience the thrill of indoor skydiving while learning STEM concepts in a fun, family-friendly environment.
Monday Night Bowling
7-9 p.m. — Lucky Strike Gaithersburg — $ — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bowling with friends and a relaxed atmosphere.
Damn Yankees Musical Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Cost info not provided — Experience a beloved baseball-themed musical revitalized for a new audience.
CCACC Computer Tech Training
9:30-10:45 a.m. — Benjamin Gaither Center — Free entry — Gain essential computer skills in a supportive environment tailored for seniors.
Game Days at Dave & Buster's
11:00 a.m. — Dave and Buster's Gaithersburg — Cost of wings at $10 — Score big with game day deals and wing specials.
Saints Row Pub Run
6:15-8 p.m. — Saints Row Brewing — No cost — Enjoy a friendly run followed by refreshing pints with fellow running enthusiasts.
Casey's Boo Bash
10 AM – 12 PM — Casey Community Center — Free entry — A spook-tacular family Halloween party full of magic and mischief awaits for all ghouls and goblins.
The Praise Explosion: The Wall of Jericho Will Fall
2-5 p.m. — Rebirth Christian Center — Free entry — Experience dynamic worship and prophetic declarations for spiritual breakthroughs.
Game Days at Dave & Buster's
11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Gaithersburg — Cost-effective wings — Score big with game day deals at D&B including 10 wings for $10.
Discover Dance
5:00 PM — Casey Community Center — Cost TBA — Children will enjoy dance through music and creative expression in a fun environment.
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