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BoatUS Foundation Opens Grant Program for $7.5M Effort to Remove Abandoned and Derelict Vessels (ADVs) from Nation’s Waterways
Organizations have from now until August 12 to apply for grant funding to clean up local waterways. SPRINGFIELD, VA., July 25, 2024—In a nationwide effort to remove abandoned and neglected boats to help clean our nation’s waterways and make them safer for years to come, the Boat Owners Association of the United States (BoatUS) Foundation is seeking qualified, diverse and experienced organizations to submit project proposals for funding through Aug. 12.
DraftKings, FanDuel are getting new competition for sports betting app options in DC
WASHINGTON, D.C., USA — It appears sports gambling in Washington, DC may be expanding faster than first expected. On Thursday, DC’s Office of Lottery and Gaming (OLG) told WUSA9 it has received not one, but two Class C license applications since DC Council relaxed restrictions on which companies can offer sports betting in the District. OLG would not confirm the names of the two new sports betting applicants.
Current Best Buy Space “Coming Available February 1st, 2025”
The Best Buy space located at 15750 Shady Grove Rd. in Gaithersburg’s 270 Center will be “coming available” on February 1st 2025, according to commercial real estate brokerage klnb. This would be approximately thirty years after the store initially opened the location in the mid 90s. klnb...
61 animals seized and rescued from a Kearneysville home
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Control report the rescue of 61 animals from a Kearneysville home. After receiving complaints from citizens Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Control secured warrants for 32 Cottage Road in Kearneysville. On July 18 authorities on site confirmed animals were living in...
Wrestler Aaron Brooks trying to stay even-keeled at Olympics
Hagerstown wrestler Aaron Brooks is set to fulfill a lifelong dream, competing on the biggest stage imaginable against the best in the world in Paris. There are significant medals at stake: gold, silver and bronze. These are the Olympic Games, where legends are born. ...
How to Appeal FEMA’s Decision
If you applied for FEMA assistance, you will receive a letter in the mail or via email. The letter will explain your application status and how to respond. It is important to read the letter carefully because it will include the amount of any assistance FEMA may provide and information on the appropriate use of disaster assistance funds.
MSP identifies two women in their 80s killed in Charles County crash
CHARLES COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Maryland State Police (MSP) have released the names of the two people who were killed in a crash in Charles County Wednesday. The victims were identified as 81-year-old Norma Matthews, of Lowell, Massachusetts, and 86-year-old Virginia Licata, of Blackwood, New Jersey. The crash happened at around 1:45 p.m. […]
Governors Tout Federal Funding to Meet 2035 Gas Powered Car Ban Deadline
TRENTON, NJ — On Monday, July 22, the Biden-Harris Administration announced the allocation of over $4.3 billion in Climate Pollution Reduction Grants to support community-driven climate initiatives. Among the recipients,…
Funeral services held for former Wise HS football players Khyree Jackson, Isaiah Hazel
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. (7News) — The funeral service for Khyree Jackson and Isaiah Hazel was held Friday morning at First Baptist Church of Glenarden International. The two former Wise High School graduates and football players tragically lost their lives in a car crash on July 6 in Prince George's County.
Root For These 24 Maryland, Virginia Athletes Repping Team USA At Paris Olympics
A total of 24 athletes from Maryland and 15 from Virginia have all qualified for the Olympics and are ready to make their run at the gold when events kick off Friday, July 26. Athletes from Maryland set to sport the Red, White, and Blue during the Olympics:. Phoebe Bacon,...
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