A 3-year-old who drowned in a Rockville pool on Friday was honored by his family and community on Monday night with a balloon release. Ace, who was described by mourners as “adventurous,” “courageous” and “energetic,” was also autistic and originally reported as a missing person before he was located in the pool. [Fox 5]
Bethesda 10-year-old raises his voice to raise funds
Singer, songwriter and fifth grader Aiden Adams aims to make the world a better place with music. At a recent performance, he raised $3,500 for Shepherd’s Table in Silver Spring.[Montgomery Community Media]
New school year, new union officers
Officers elected in February for the Montgomery County Education Association (MCEA) started their terms on July 1. Among them, David Stein, a longtime math teacher at Montgomery Blair High School in Silver Spring, was elected president of the county teachers union. [MoCoShow]
Today’s weather: Scattered thunderstorms, high of 96 degrees
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