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Also on today's calendar: INSPIRED! 2026 Art Show & Sale and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What dries when it gets wet? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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1. Bishop-designate Evelio Menjivar-Ayala named to lead Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston (wtap.com) — Catholics in Germantown may recognize Bishop-designate Evelio Menjivar-Ayala, who once served as parochial vicar at Mother Seton Catholic Church and has now been appointed to lead the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston. His July 2 installation follows years of ministry in the D.C.-Maryland area, including advocacy for immigrants and work across several parishes.
2. 2026 NFL Draft: What hole rookie Jude Bowry will fill on the Bills (usatoday.com) — A Germantown native, offensive tackle Jude Bowry, has been drafted by the Buffalo Bills in the fourth round and will compete to back up veteran left tackle Dion Dawkins. Bowry, a former Boston College captain who didn’t allow a sack in 2025, says he’s ready to play wherever needed as Buffalo plans for its offensive line future.
3. Where you can find the cheapest gas RIGHT NOW in DC, Maryland and Virginia (wjla.com) — Drivers in Germantown will want to note Carroll Motor Fuels on Ridge Road, listed among Maryland’s cheaper gas options at $4.13 per gallon. The broader roundup compares some of the lowest reported prices across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, while reminding readers that rates change frequently.
4. MCPD Reports Robbery, School Threat, and Multiple Auto Thefts in April 30 Crime Summary (mocoshow.com) — Montgomery County police say the 5th District, which includes Germantown, saw a reported school threat on April 30 after a Laytonsville Elementary student overheard talk of a weapon; no weapon was found after a search. The same daily crime summary details robberies, auto thefts, and a burglary in other county districts, underscoring broader safety concerns around the region.
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