Crime

Montgomery County Police released a summary of reported calls for service from Friday, April 3 through Sunday, April 5, highlighting a range of incidents across the county including multiple auto thefts, burglaries, assaults, and an arson at a school.

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Event

General admission is $25 per person, which includes chili tastings. Free Admission for kids under 18, Police Officers and their Family is provided by MCPF). All proceeds benefit the Foundation’s mission to strengthen community-police relationships, support officers wellness, and enhance public safety initiatives across Montgomery County.

In addition to delicious chili, attendees can enjoy local craft beer from Lone Oak Brewery, family activities, and opportunities to meet and interact with Montgomery County police officers in a fun, relaxed setting.


Community

A student-led Montgomery County-based nonprofit is quickly making an impact across the region, collecting and distributing hundreds of pairs of shoes to students and families in need just weeks after launching. Lift Every Step, founded by Brianna Frank and her brother Brandon, is a registered 501(c)(3) organization focused on increasing access to essential footwear throughout the DMV. What started out of a garage in Montgomery County has rapidly grown into a community-driven effort with donation sites and partnerships across the area.

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MoCo Pride

The City of Rockville Human Rights Commission is seeking sponsors to support the 10th anniversary of Rockville Pride, the city’s annual celebration of its LGBTQ+ community.

Rockville Pride is scheduled for 2 pm to 5 pm on Sunday, June 7 at Rockville Town Square. The event will feature community engagement and activities celebrating inclusion and diversity. More information, including sponsorship applications, is available at rockvillemd.gov/pride.


Maryland

Pepco has submitted a proposal under Maryland’s 2024 Distributed Renewable Integration and Vehicle Electrification, or DRIVE, Act that would use customer-owned devices such as home battery storage systems, electric vehicles, smart thermostats and other flexible energy resources to help support the electric grid during periods of high demand.

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