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Good morning Rockville! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Worker airlifted after arm trapped in Rockville industrial mixer
  • See the suspect sketch in Rockville's July 4 carjacking case.
  • What led to the deadly shooting outside Rockville's Quincy's sports bar?

Also on today's calendar: Free JSSA Montgomery County Virtual 50+ Employment Expo - Register today! and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 83 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 78, low: 66.
  • Sunday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 81 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• MoCo Worker Hospitalized After Arm Becomes Trapped Inside Industrial Mixer (patch.com) — Emergency crews in Rockville rushed to an Omega 3 Nutrition shop on East Gude Drive after a worker's arm became trapped in an industrial mixer, requiring a specialized trauma response. The victim was freed after more than an hour and flown out by medevac from Montgomery College's Rockville campus, prompting temporary road closures by Rockville City Police.
   

• New owner of Bethesda Community Store plans to open general store, café (bethesdamagazine.com) — Montgomery County police have released a facial composite of the suspect in an attempted kidnapping and carjacking that happened July 4 in Rockville, giving residents a clearer picture of who investigators are seeking. The local news roundup also highlights a new Bethesda general store and café, an upcoming Silver Spring restaurant, school staffing updates, and a push to protect green space.
   

• Man arrested after being linked to deadly shooting in Maryland sports bar (foxbaltimore.com) — Police say a man has been arrested in connection with a deadly Sept. 13 shooting outside Quincy's sports bar in Rockville, after officers and U.S. Marshals tracked him to a Gaithersburg motel. The 33-year-old victim was found fatally shot on Seven Locks Road, and the suspect now faces first-degree murder and firearm charges, underscoring ongoing public safety concerns for Rockville residents.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Estate Sale Buyer Outreach That Brings In Results! —Estatemaxsells Read on Patch
  • Is anyone missing this beautiful cat?
    It is scared and won't let you touch it. It is vocal and very hungry. I will be trapping soon to check for a microchip (Nextdoor East Rockville)
  • While biking along the C&O canal today, I met this attractive copperhead snake about one mile north of Riley's lock.
    We parted ways amiably. It's the first time I've seen a copperhead (hourglass - Hershey kisses - markings)! (Nextdoor Glen Hills)
  • Harris Teeter posted a job opening for Full Time Store Management Assistant-Northern VA/Maryland/DC areas in Gaithersburg. Apply here.
  • Macy's posted a job opening for Retail Sales Associate, Montgomery Mall - Part Time in Bethesda. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rockville here.

🗞 Nearby News

North Bethesda

  • Armed Robbery, Gunfire, Auto Thefts in September 15 Crime Summary (mocoshow.com)
  • Montgomery County Closes Record $143.9 Million in Affordable Housing Loans (mocoshow.com)

Gaithersburg

  • All Dwelling Solutions LLC - Gaithersburg, MD Patch (patch.com)
  • Sneak Peek Inside Orange Pocket Ahead of Rio Opening (mocoshow.com)

Bethesda

  • AI-Driven School Alpha Bethesda To Open In 2027 (patch.com)

Ok Rockville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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