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Maryland Republican women seek more opportunities
Throughout their convention last week, Republicans said they’d like to see more conservative women running for office. That same mantra was being repeated in the Maryland delegation. The post Maryland Republican women seek more opportunities appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Maryland woman, dual organ donor advocates for bill to give tax break to donors
A Maryland woman is advocating for a bill aimed at increasing the number of live organ donors. Lindsay Gutierrez, originally from Oklahoma, served in security forces for the U.S. Air Force from 2010 to 2016. After tours alongside her husband in both England and Georgia, she was transferred to Maryland to work with the Department of Defense. She currently lives in Ellicott City.
Van Hollen, FCC Chairwoman Rosenworcel, Mayor Scott Highlight Efforts to Bring Internet Access to More Marylanders
Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel visited West Baltimore to highlight recent efforts to expand internet access for Marylanders and Americans without a reliable connection at home. Joined by Baltimore City Mayor Brandon Scott at the Enoch Pratt Library Walbrook Branch, the officials discussed the FCC’s recent vote of approval to expand the E-Rate Program, permitting libraries to loan out Wi-Fi hotspots to students and educators so they can access the internet from anywhere.
Lusby neighbors come together after teen's death
The July 7 death of a 15-year-old Lusby boy, apparently by suicide, has jarred residents of all ages in his Chesapeake Ranch Estates neighborhood. On July 18, one of Jaden Charles Simpson’s neighbors — Kim Bowman — hosted a gathering at the community’s garden and field as a way to remember the teenager but also seek ways to prevent any more needless loss of life. “Anyone who knows me knows...
Charles swimmers secure their spots in the Prince-Mont All-Stars
Three Charles County swimmers were able to lock in their spots in an upcoming meet featuring the best of the best. Smallwood Village swimmer Amanda Cartwright secured her spot last weekend for the Prince-Mont All-Stars, her last swim meet before she begins swimming for St. Mary’s College of Maryland in the fall. During the Prince-Mont League Division C Championship on July 20, Cartwright swam second in the 15-18 girls’ 100-meter...
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra To Perform At North Point High School
WALDORF, Md. – The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra will perform at North Point High School on August 2 at 7 pm as part of its Music for Mayland Tour. The 90-minute concert showcases an exhilarating blend of accessible classical masterpieces, from the timeless, infectious melodies of Rossini’s Barber of Seville Overture and Brahms’s Variations on a Theme of Joseph Haydn to the contemporary vibrance of Montgomery’s Strum and Bellido’s Techno from Fiesta. Audiences will be treated to a rich tapestry of sounds and witness dazzling solos as performed by select members of the Baltimore Symphony.
The Exigent Group, Part of Huron Capital in Detroit, Acquires Two HVAC Firms
The Exigent Group, the building mechanical and plumbing services platform of Detroit private equity firm Huron Capital, has acquired Smith-Boughan Mechanical in Ohio and Maryland’s Electrical Automation Systems (EASI) in […] The post The Exigent Group, Part of Huron Capital in Detroit, Acquires Two HVAC Firms appeared first on DBusiness Magazine.
Two men killed in Long Island plane crash at MacArthur Airport identified. What we know
The Suffolk County Police Department identified the two people who were killed in a Long Island plane crash Monday evening shortly after departing from Long Island MacArthur Airport. Pilot Christopher Kucera, 46, of Fredericksburg, Virginia and passenger Zachary Hatcher, 43, of King George, Virginia were pronounced dead at the scene, the police department said. A...
Silver Spring Ranked Best Place to Live for Families
According to several Montgomery County officials, the world is about to find out what residents here already know – Silver Spring is a great place for families to live. Fortune Magazine chose Silver Spring as the best in the country in that category for its schools, hospitals, financial health, resources for older adults and strong sense of community.
Baskin Robbins to Hold Grand Opening Event With $2 Scoops
Baskin Robbins at 19316 Montgomery Village Ave, which opened back in November, will hold its official grand opening event on Saturday, July 27, from 12-4pm. The event will feature a DJ, prizes, giveaways, and $2 scoops of ice cream. Per Baskin Robbins: “As a token of our appreciation for the...
Concern for Missing 14-Year-Old Girl Last Seen on July 16
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Natasha Christina Mwirigi, a missing 14-year-old from Silver Spring. Mwirigi was last seen on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, in the 13900 block of Castle Blvd in...
Custom framing manufacturer expands to Frederick County
Framebridge, the leading manufacturer for direct to customer framing, selected Frederick County for its new manufacturing hub. This is the company’s second facility on the east coast in addition to the studio in Richmond, Kentucky. The new Framing Studio is located at 155 Aviation Drive in Winchester and will...
Silver Spring flower company to pay $1.25 million in case alleging false claims for pandemic unemployment insurance
A Silver Spring floral company will pay $1.25 million to the state and federal governments to settle allegations that it told some employees to submit false unemployment insurance claims during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland. The government brought the civil...
Update on Several New Businesses Coming to Montgomery Mall
Below, you’ll find updates on several new businesses coming soon to Westfield Montgomery Mall (7101 Democracy Blvd) in Bethesda. Permanent signage is up for toy and game shop Mind Games, which will be located on the mall’s lower level next to Wild Custom Apparel. Wild Custom Apparel is currently running a “going out of business sale.”
Delontey Montario Butler Apprehended on Open Warrants in Maryland
On July 21, authorities apprehended Delontey Montario Butler, aged 31, for a series of offenses, including home invasion and first-degree assault, among others, that were committed in various areas. Butler was taken into custody on open warrants. In 2023, Butler reportedly entered a residence in Lexington Park with a pocketknife,...
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