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School district receives $4.5M in pre-K expansion grant
The Maryland State Department of Education has awarded Frederick County Public Schools a $4.5 million grant to expand pre-K programs. The grant would support 400 pre-K seats split between seven elementary schools and two primary schools in fiscal year 2025: * Ballenger Creek Elementary * Butterfly Ridge Elementary * Hillcrest Elementary * Lincoln Elementary * Valley Elementary * Walkersville ...
U.S. Secretary of Education Launches 2024 Back-to-School Bus Tour
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona is embarking on a pivotal journey across multiple states in September to highlight the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to public education. The 2024 Back to School Bus Tour, themed “Fighting for Public Education,” is set to visit Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. With an agenda focused on enhancing student achievement and showcasing educational investments, the tour will highlight how schools and communities are leveraging federal support to foster academic success.
Farmers in Maryland eligible for drought assistance
ANNAPOLIS, MD—Farmers in parts of Maryland who are facing drought conditions due to a lack of rain over the past summer are eligible for federal assistance. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the low-interest loans are available for farmers in Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, Howard, Montgomery, and Washington counties.
Park officials warn about harmful algae in two Montgomery County lakes
High levels of blue-green algae were found in Lake Needwood and Lake Frank in Rockville, and visitors of the lake are being asked to avoid contact with the water. Officials said the algae, when grown in large amounts, produces toxins that can be harmful to people and animals. [DC News Now]
Mother and Boyfriend Arrested in Connection with Death of 6-Year-Old in Baltimore
BALTIMORE, MD — The death of 6-year-old Brian Graham has led to the arrest of his mother, 34-year-old Jalesia Offer, and her boyfriend, 34-year-old Brandon Wheatley. The Medical Examiner’s office…
New Lane Place pedestrian bridge opens to public
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — A pedestrian bridge destroyed over three years ago has reopened to the public. The Lane Place pedestrian bridge crosses over D.C. 295, connecting Lane Place Northeast and Meade Street. The old bridge collapsed in June 2021 after being struck by a truck. Since then, people have had to travel hundreds […]
Book lovers descend on Washington for National Book Festival
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - In the nation’s capital on Saturday, book lovers got together for the annual National Book Festival. Some of the country’s best writers come together each year for the festival, to read, sign and talk about their latest books at the event. “This is a...
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