The Daily Digest: The Power of Ping Pong in Rockville, Biden Visits Baltimore, More

ICYMI | Ping-Pong may have saved this man’s life
When Ernie Byles' doctor suggested he get in touch with his spiritual side to fight a devastating cancer diagnosis, Byles remembered where he once drew inspiration, and now the sports world does, too. Read his story at Rockville Patch. 

Crime | Rockville carjacker sentenced
The man whom police said was responsible for carjackings in Rockville and North Bethesda has pleaded guilty to the charges. One of the victims was a 69-year-old Prius driver. 

Ribbon cutting | Halpine Hamlet unveils renovations
Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett will join representatives from the Montgomery Housing Partnership at a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house Tuesday unveiling the recently renovated Halpine Hamlet, an affordable housing community in Rockville. Read that story here. 

Nearby | Vice President visits Port of Baltimore
Vice President Joseph Biden and state officials toured the Port of Baltimore on Monday to highlight a $10 million federal grant that is expected to increase the amount of cargo handled at the facility.  >>> See: Port of Baltimore Held Up by VP Biden as Model for America at North Baltimore Patch. 

Concert | Rockville Swing Band
Free outdoor concert at the Rockville Senior Center, 1150 Carnation Drive. 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday. Call 240-314-8800 for more information.