Gaithersburg

Updated at 11:57pm with additional information

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call in the area of E. Diamond Ave and Railroad St. in Gaithersburg where they evaluated and pronounced dead a man who was struck and killed by a train at approximately 9:45pm on Thursday Night. Gaithersburg police say the pedestrian struck and killed matched the description of a stabbing suspect from earlier in the night.


Education

The Montgomery County Board of Education has tentatively adopted an Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2025 that “maintains teaching and learning supports and strengthens accountability, while also being sensitive to the tough economic climate.”

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Education

In December we let you know about Poolesville High School English teacher Melissa Adams hosting a tea party for her AP Literature classes in the Media Center at the school. Adams is also the organizer of a Literature March Madness tournament that has gained popularity in the school in recent years.

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MoCo Government

There will be a ribbon cutting ceremony for the opening of the Silver Spring Aquatic Center (1319 Apple Ave.) on Saturday, February 24, from 10am, followed by a public grand opening from 12pm-4pm. Click here to see a sneak peek of the new 120,000 SF recreation and aquatic center.

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