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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!
17-year old Angelina Tolentino wins Donna Andrews Invite at Boonsboro
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Out of a crowded bunch at the top of the Day 2 leaderboard at the Donna Andrews Invitational, Angelina Tolentino rose to the occasion in a manner well beyond her years. The incoming Vanderbilt freshman was the model of consistency, shooting a 3-under 69 on...
Maryland hikes vehicle registration fees and tobacco taxes
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland vehicle registration fees and tobacco taxes rose Monday to help pay for transportation projects and education. State lawmakers approved the vehicle registration hikes this year to help boost the state’s Transportation Trust Fund. Lawmakers also approved new weight classes that determine the fees. Motorists will pay the new rates the next time they register their vehicles. The increases run between 60% and 75%, depending on the weight of vehicles. ...
Maryland Native, Quincy Wilson Becomes Youngest Male U.S. Track Olympian
Quincy Wilson was selected for the U.S. 4x400 meter relay team after an amazing performance at trials, setting the world-record for under-18 runners at 16 years old. The post Maryland Native, Quincy Wilson Becomes Youngest Male U.S. Track Olympian appeared first on 92 Q.
Howard County Times 2024 girls tennis All-County: Hammond state champion Shivaani Selvan named Player of the Year
Hammond senior Shivaani Selvan had a clear focus entering the 2024 season. Selvan won county and regional girls singles titles as a junior, but her quest for the trifecta fell just short at the Class 2A state championships after she suffered an injury and retired in the state championship match. That unfortunate ending fueled her as she remained focusing on winning a gold medal at states. The ...
School board’s new student member to focus on mental health, opioid awareness and school safety
Praneel Suvarna, a rising Clarksburg High School senior and newly sworn in student member of the county school board, plans to prioritize school safety and student mental health and take steps to help address the opioid crisis impacting students during his year-long term. “Those are things that as I was...
Hagerstown's newest Little League is Maryland's District 1 10-12 champion
MAUGANSVILLE -- The newest Little League in Washington County won the 2024 Maryland District 1 10-12 Baseball championship on Tuesday. Trey Keatts had two hits and two RBIs, and Maddex Murray and Jaxon Shanholtz also had two hits as Hub City scored seven runs in the third inning and five in the fifth to defeat Halfway National 15-11 and win the title with a 3-0 record.
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball Announces Two Innovative Programs to Support Small and Local Businesses
ELLICOTT CITY, MD – Howard County Executive Calvin Ball today announced the launch of two programs aimed at boosting patronage of small and local businesses in Howard County. The Old Ellicott City Summer Bucks program and the Local HoCo campaign will provide incentives to patrons and businesses owners alike to encourage residents and visitors to shop local. Pictures from the event can be found here.
Red, Purple Line construction disrupts businesses in Downtown Silver Spring
SILVER SPRING, Md. (DC News Now) — Several businesses in downtown Silver Spring are losing profits by large margins due to what they believe is caused by the construction of the Purple and Red lines. Fenwick Beer and Wine is a family-owned shop that Nepal native Suman Shresta has operated for over a decade in […]
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