Magruder High School in Derwood faced a major setback when a portion of the auditorium ceiling collapsed during a performance of Once Upon a Mattress. In response, over 50 community members came together over the past two days to move the entire set, costumes, props, and audio-visual equipment—a massive effort made possible by the dedication of students and volunteers. Additionally, a fundraiser has raised over $1,000 this morning.

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FOX5’s Homa Bash reported that Magruder High School in Derwood recently faced a significant disruption when a portion of the auditorium ceiling fell during a spring musical production of “Once Upon a Mattress.” Despite the alarming incident the show continued with a brief pause, but it did raise urgent safety concerns regarding the aging infrastructure of the nearly 55-year-old school.

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The Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center in Derwood is hosting a free “Find Your Lucky Pup” adoption event for all dogs from March 14 to March 17 to help alleviate overcrowding at the shelter. Adoptions are first-come, first-served, and fees are covered by Friends of Montgomery County Animals, with details available on the MCASAC website.

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