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Also on today's calendar: Billy Coulter Band w/Elena Izquierdo Martin and 11 more events.
Today's riddle: How do you measure a fish? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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1. Popular Hardware Seller To Host Grand Opening (patch.com) — Rockville residents are invited to a May 2 grand opening celebration for the new Ace Hardware on Rockville Pike, featuring live grill demos, free knife sharpening, and family-friendly activities. Attendees can pick up swag bags, enter a raffle for a room makeover package, and take advantage of weekend-long discounts tailored to local homeowners and DIY enthusiasts.
2. Rockville Police Launch New 8-Week Community Education Program (mocoshow.com) — Rockville residents can now apply for a free eight-week Police Education Program that runs Wednesday evenings from June 3 to July 22, 2026. Hosted by Rockville City Police, the course covers everything from traffic law and investigations to K-9 and special operations, with priority given to Rockville residents. Space is limited to 20 participants, and applications are due May 13.
3. MCPD: Auto Thefts, Robberies Reported Across All Districts on April 20 (mocoshow.com) — Montgomery County Police reported several April 20 crimes in the 1st District, which includes Rockville, including auto thefts on Veirs Mill Road and at a Frederick Road dealership, plus a robbery on Shady Grove Road. Additional vehicle thefts, robberies, and assaults were logged in Silver Spring, Wheaton, Germantown, Gaithersburg, and surrounding areas, highlighting regional crime patterns residents should note.
4. Missing 5-Year-Old Found Safe in Rockville After Community Tip Leads Police to Child (shorenewsnetwork.com) — A 5-year-old autistic boy reported missing in Rockville on March 25 was found safe after a neighbor, contacted through the police camera registry, spotted him and called 911. Montgomery County Police credit the Real-Time Intelligence Center and community cooperation for the quick recovery, and they’re urging Rockville residents to register exterior cameras and learn about autism and dementia outreach resources.
5. ISPE names 2026 Facility of the Year winners across global pharma projects (pharmamanufacturing.com) — AstraZeneca’s Rockville cell therapy facility has been honored for its social impact, recognized for nonstop operations that support patient-specific treatments while using a fully electrified, low-emissions design. The broader awards spotlight cutting-edge pharmaceutical plants worldwide, but Rockville’s site stands out for addressing unmet medical needs with highly reliable, sustainable manufacturing.
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