Congressional Plaza in Rockville hosts its first-ever FALLFest on October 11th with puppy yoga, fitness classes, and Paw Patrol meet-and-greets. Plus, Montgomery County police continue investigating a homicide and kidnapping case in North Bethesda, with two suspects still at large. New restaurants and community updates from TapYourNews.com

Montgomery County Police are investigating a homicide after a man was found dead in an apartment on Montrose Road in North Bethesda Sunday morning. Downtown Crown in Gaithersburg is welcoming multiple new businesses including restaurants and a piercing studio this fall. Montgomery Blair High School kicks off its 100th anniversary celebration this Friday before homecoming. New dining options are opening across the DC area. Get your local news at TapYourNews.com

A Tallahassee woman visiting her elderly parents in Dickerson died after being shot in their home Friday. Montgomery County deputies issued a vote of no confidence in Sheriff Maxwell Uy amid workplace concerns. Song Dog Farm Distillery will celebrate its grand opening October 12 in Boyds with locally crafted spirits and community events. Two Montgomery County wrestling legends, Helen Maroulis and Kyle Snyder, captured world championship titles. Get the latest local news at TapYourNews.com.

Today’s Montgomery County update covers a Dickerson homicide investigation, a Greenbriar Local Park playground rebuild, and Takoma Park’s new library opening.
We’ve also got a local burger tour plus five upbeat community highlights, from Rockville’s Bubble Tea Festival to new restaurants.

Morning weather brings clearing skies and highs in the low‑to‑mid 80s, with a cool evening.

Hear it all in a fast, friendly rundown for busy residents.
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A North Bethesda man is fatally shot by DC police, a Germantown teen is missing, and a judge tacks 27 more years onto a Germantown stabbing case. Plus: scam calls from fake deputies, repeated thefts at Westbard Square, Victor the “Sheriff of Silver Spring” goes missing, and Germantown’s Oktoberfest returns with food, beer, and culture.

Stay neighborly — and don’t miss today’s dad joke at the end.

Good morning, Montgomery County — here’s what’s happening today: police make an arrest in a June carjacking, a suspect in a July attempted murder is still on the run, and a tragic motorcycle crash in Bethesda claims a life. We’ll also share the quick thinking that stopped a dump truck disaster on Colesville Road, details on the Back to School Block Party in Germantown, and the return of Taste of Rio in Gaithersburg. Plus, your full weather forecast, a daily Steveism, and today’s dad joke to start your day with a smile.

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Montgomery County had a tense Thursday — Northwood High went into lockdown twice after reports of a gun on campus, with two teens later found carrying a BB gun and a bullet. A woman tragically lost her life in a Bethesda house fire, and police are asking for help to find a missing woman near Shady Grove. On the lighter side, Rocktobierfest is about to take over Rockville, Classic Bakery earned a spot on D.C.’s best cakes list, and we wrap up with today’s dad joke.

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Start your day in Montgomery County with the stories neighbors are talking about. A man posing as a police officer was arrested after pulling drivers over with fake lights and badges. Firefighters knocked down a blaze at a Chevy Chase home under renovation. Wildwood Shopping Center is gearing up for its Fall Vintage Market, Rockville is welcoming back a beloved Mediterranean restaurant, and a Germantown teacher just hit $50,000 on a Powerball ticket.

Plus, Steve — or as neighbors call him, Granddude — brings a little wisdom, a lot of warmth, and your daily dad joke.