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SMADC Secures Permanent Funding For Agricultural Programming
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – As of yesterday, July 1st, 2024, when the laws from Maryland’s latest legislative session went into effect, the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), a division of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland (TCCSMD), now has permanent funding secured for their programming. It is important...
Maryland Coastal Bays conducts herp searches
The Maryland Coastal Bays Program hosted two volunteer surveys last month to assess the species diversity of reptiles and amphibians, or herps, in the area. The Maryland Coastal Bays Program hosted two volunteer surveys last month to assess the species diversity of reptiles and amphibians, or herps, in the designated areas.
Maryland mom Rachel Morin's murder suspect indicted by grand jury
BALTIMORE -- Victor Martinez Hernandez, the man accused of killing Maryland mom Rachel Morin was indicted by a grand jury in the Harford County Circuit Court Tuesday, according to the attorney representing the Morin family.Hernandez, who authorities said entered the country illegally, is accused of raping and beating Morin, a mother of five, to death while she was out for a jog at the Ma & Pa Trail in Bel Air in August 2023.After a search that lasted 10 months, Martinez Hernandez was arrested at a bar in Tulsa, Oklahoma, before being extradited to Maryland. Martinez Hernandez is also accused of another murder in his home country of El Salvador and attacking a child in Los Angeles. He was in Maryland during the majority of the nationwide manhunt, staying with family, according to court documents.Martinez Hernandez faces first and second-degree murder, rape, sex offense, and kidnapping charges.
Rick Abbott to Judge Maryland Yearling Show
The Maryland Horse Breeders Association is proud to announce Rick Abbott as the judge of its 90th annual Yearling Show. Open to all yearlings eligible for Maryland-bred registration, the show will be held on Sunday, July 21 at the Maryland State Fairgrounds' Horse Show Ring in Timonium. Longtime bloodstock agent...
Bay Region’s Drought Conditions Prompt Fireworks Ban, Fishing Closure
A mostly dry past couple of weeks has led to drought conditions in Maryland and Virginia and has led to a rare fishing closure in part of Virginia and Maryland. One Virginia town on the Bay has even banned lighting off fireworks because it’s so dry. According to the...
Tunnel to Towers pays off home mortgages of two Maryland fallen heroes
BALTIMORE — The families of two Maryland fallen heroes received an early Independence Day gift, thanks to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. The non-profit charitable organization on Tuesday paid off the home mortgages of late Baltimore City Fire lieutenant Paul Butrim and Wicomico County Sheriff’s deputy Glenn Hilliard.
State FFA comes to Garrett County
The 96th Maryland Future Farmers of America (FFA) State Convention took place for the first time in Garrett County last week at Garrett College’s McHenry Campus and The Wisp Resort McHenry Lodge. “We appreciate the hospitality that everyone has shown to us,” said Terri Shank, Maryland FFA’s executive director....
Upcoming meetings and events in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area
As summer kicks into high gear, the D.C, Maryland and Virginia area is quickly becoming the place to be for fun in the sun. This week the AFRO interns compiled a mixture of events that will range from festivals, museum happenings, panel discussions and bike tours. Take a look at the events below to find something that piques your interest and don’t forget to register!
State Roundup: Toll revenue loss from Key Bridge collapse estimate at $141 million; Wright formally takes over state public schools; after Biden stumble, MD GOP sees energized voters
TOLL REVENUE LOSS FROM KEY BRIDGE COLLAPSE ESTIMATED AT $141M: The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge will cost the state an estimated $141 million in lost toll revenue over six years and may bring toll increases a year sooner than expected. That projected loss makes up the lion’s share of the revised forecast that includes a decrease in toll revenues across all facilities. Bryan Sears/Maryland Matters.
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