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1. Montgomery County car thefts rise 22% despite national decline (wcbm.com) — Vehicle thefts in Montgomery County have jumped 22% over the past year, with Wheaton's 4th District logging 322 stolen cars, among the highest in the county. Police say juveniles, social media trends, and vulnerable Kia and Hyundai models are driving the spike, and they're urging Wheaton drivers to lock vehicles, park in well-lit areas, and consider extra anti-theft devices.
2. $9M Approved for Recreation and Land Conservation in Four Counties (whatsupmag.com) — Wheaton residents can look forward to upgrades at the Rubini Athletic Complex in Wheaton Regional Park, thanks to newly approved state funding for sports courts, parking, roads, utilities, and lighting. The same $9 million package also supports new parks and conservation projects in Anne Arundel, Prince George's, Worcester, and Washington counties, expanding recreation and protected open space statewide.
3. 2026 Week 1 High School Football Scores (mocoshow.com) — Week 1 of MCPS football includes Blair visiting Wheaton, with the game tied 6–6 at halftime as scores continue to be updated. Local fans can also track how nearby schools like Paint Branch, Damascus, and Springbrook are faring as more results come in throughout the evening.
4. The Parades That Didn't Happen: What ICE Anxiety Has Cost U.S. Latino Communities Since Last Year (latintimes.com) — Wheaton residents may notice Festival Salvadoreñísimo isn't returning this Hispanic Heritage Month, as it's among several Latino celebrations nationwide canceled or suspended over fears of immigration enforcement. The article explains how similar decisions across the country are reshaping public life, dampening business activity, and pushing many Latino families to avoid large gatherings, protests, and even parks.
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