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Make-A-Wish and Disney Grant Marvel Wish for Silver Spring Teen

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Disney's first-ever Week of Wishes celebrates 45 years of partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, with more than 170 wishes granted. Aurora Dennison, a Silver Spring teen battling Crohn’s disease and arthritis, had her wish fulfilled by meeting Marvel star Sebastian Stan on the set of Thunderbolts. Stan's heartfelt gesture of swapping his official prop dog tags for Aurora's replica left a lasting impression. Disney CEO Bob Iger expressed pride in the company's long history with Make-A-Wish, which has granted over 165,000 wishes since its inception. The event commenced on ABC's Good Morning America, revisiting Disneyland, where the first official wish was granted.

Other notable wishes included experiences with celebrities and special events for Make-A-Wish kids worldwide. Disney teams globally are also involved in granting wishes, with initiatives in locations like Disneyland Paris and Latin America. This week highlights Disney's commitment to uplifting children and families through its storytelling and characters.

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Montgomery County Proposes Tax Increment Financing for Viva White Oak Project

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Councilmember Evan Glass Qualifies for Public Financing in Montgomery County Executive Race

Councilmember Evan Glass has qualified for public financing in the Montgomery County Executive race, just two months after launching his campaign. This milestone reflects his commitment to transparency and accessibility in local governance.

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Shepherds Table Executive Director Manny Hidalgo to Depart in July

Executive Director Manny Hidalgo will leave Shepherd’s Table at the end of July after six years of service. Under his leadership, the nonprofit doubled its budget and staff, launched several programs, and responded to a significant increase in meal demand amid rising homelessness in Montgomery County.