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What's up Bethesda! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Historic Bethesda store to be revived as community general store
  • Bethesda-based GPU experts: ready to run mission AI clusters on-site?
  • Cleared data pros: is this $240K Bethesda role your next step?

Also on today's calendar: Free Concert: "Celebrating Philip Glass at 90" with Pianist Jenny Lin and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 84 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Monday: Cloudy with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 70, low: 62.
  • Tuesday: Cool with occasional rain, with a high of 66 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. MoCo Man Buys Historic Bethesda Community Store: Report (patch.com) — A longtime Bethesda landmark, the historic Bethesda Community Store on Old Georgetown Road, has been purchased by local resident Craig Hillman for nearly $1.9 million. Hillman plans to revive the 1890s-era site as a community-oriented general store and cafe, inviting neighborhood input as he shapes the new gathering spot.
   

2. Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) Engineer - CCS Global Tech - Bethesda, MD, US (dice.com) — A full-time GPU Engineer position is available entirely on-site in Bethesda, supporting mission-focused enterprise AI systems. The role pays up to $190,000 and requires deep experience with Linux, NVIDIA data center platforms, and an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph or willingness to obtain one. It's a significant technical career opportunity for highly cleared local engineers.
   

3. Chief Data Scientist - SAIC - Bethesda, MD, US (dice.com) — A high-paying Chief Data Scientist role is open right in Bethesda, offering $200,001 to $240,000 for cleared candidates willing to work on-site. The position supports an Intelligence Community program, leading AI and data science efforts, overseeing teams, and architecting advanced analytics systems. Applicants need extensive experience and an active TS/SCI with polygraph.
   

4. Makhani comes from the loss side to win '20U' Boys division of JIC Stop #8 (azbilliards.com) — A 12-year-old billiards standout from Bethesda, Tanvee Vallem, just dominated the Junior International Championships stop in North Carolina, going undefeated to win the 20U Girls title and being awarded the 14U Girls crown as well. The article traces how a pool table in her Bethesda home sparked her rapid rise, including world championship appearances and praise from top junior coaches.
   

5. SPX 2026 Ignatz / FANTAGRAPHICS AT 50 -- SPX 2026 / Maggie Shang & Johnell DeWitt Dive into the "Let's Go" Anthology (blogspot.com) — Fans of comics in Bethesda can revisit this month's SPX 2026 highlights, including the Ignatz Awards broadcast from the Bethesda North Marriott and a Fantagraphics 50th anniversary panel held in town. Linked videos feature well-known creators and an interview with children's anthology contributors, giving locals a chance to experience the festival's conversations they might have missed.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The Bethesda Co-op was an institution, really...
    a neighborhood gathering place that featured products that couldn't be found in commercial grocery stores. It is sorely missed by Bethesda residents,… (Nextdoor GlenEcho/Sumner/Brookmont)
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    I'm a certified Pilates and yoga instructor exploring interest in small group mat classes here in Bethesda. These classes are great for building… (Nextdoor Springfield Bethesda)
  • Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Back of House Team Member (Part-Time)(2:00-10:00) in Bethesda. Apply here.
  • Babki posted a job opening for Part-Time Game Tester in Bethesda. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bethesda here.

Ok Bethesda! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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