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Wednesday May 13th Patch AM

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In today's newsletter:

  • Which Rockville-area streets were hit in Monday’s crime spree?
  • Rockville celebrates a 104-year-old educator still inspiring former students
  • How one Rockville man’s exit reflects a national jobs shift

Also on today's calendar: The Aging Advantage: Your Guide to staying Independent, Informed, and In Control and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 75 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Thursday: Cooler with a shower in spots, temps: high: 63, low: 47.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 72 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. MCPD Crime Summary for May 11 Includes Bus Stop Stabbing, Knife Assault, and Auto Thefts (mocoshow.com) — Montgomery County police reported multiple catalytic converter thefts on streets in the Rockville-area 1st District, along with several other vehicle-related crimes across the county. Officers also responded to two serious knife attacks, including a bus stop stabbing and an assault on parents walking with their family, plus auto thefts and a gas station robbery arrest.    

2. Annabelle Jaffe, Beloved Wheaton HS Counselor for 47 Years, Celebrates 104th Birthday (mocoshow.com) — A longtime Montgomery County educator just marked her 104th birthday at home in Rockville, where family gathered to celebrate her decades of service to local students. Annabelle Jaffe spent 47 years counseling at Wheaton High and later subbed at schools including Rockville High, inspiring generations and even endowing a scholarship for future bioscience and medical students.    

3. Why young and old men are leaving the labor force at record rates (spokesman.com) — A Rockville resident’s decision to leave his federal job is one of several personal stories illustrating why American men are exiting the labor force at record rates. The piece links local experience to national trends, from early retirements and disability to shifting job opportunities and changing expectations for men’s work and family roles.    

4. Pete Kalamoutsos, Glow Founder, on the 5th Project Glow Festival May 30-31 (thenationalherald.com) — A major electronic music promoter who grew up in Rockville is gearing up for the fifth Project Glow Festival in DC on May 30–31. He reflects on how his Rockville upbringing and Greek heritage shaped his path, and teases bigger crowds, upgraded stages, and new interactive art and food options for festivalgoers.    


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  • MacGillis Global Academy Launches Summer 2026 Online Enrichment Clubs
    MacGillis Global Academy, where curiosity leads to greatness, is now enrolling for its summer enrichment programs. As a Maryland Certified Online... (More info)

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Found cat.
    Tuxedo cat, female, just had babies. Very sweet. Looks pretty young (Nextdoor Burgundy Knolls)
  • Albright’s Frozen Dog Food sold ONLINE in 1lb blocks are being recalled due to the potential of being contaminated with salmonella.
    It was not sold in Maryland’s stores. Company Announcement Date: May 06, 2026 FDA Publish Date: May 07, 2026 Product Type: Animal & Veterinary Pet… (Nextdoor Shay Grove Village)
  • Kentucky Fried Chicken posted a job opening for Team Member in Rockville. Apply here.
  • Giant Food - PROD posted a job opening for PT Service Clerk - Bake Off - 0319 in Rockville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rockville here.

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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