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Purple Line trains unveiled; Prince George’s communities weigh in
The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) has unveiled the first cars of the Metro’s new Purple Line. The light rail line is expected to open between Prince George’s and Montgomery counties in 2027. “Celebrating the arrival of the Purple Line’s first light rail vehicle is the latest significant...
Not everyone on board is on board with proposed literacy policy to hold back third graders
Policy also includes for parents to receive written notification in about two weeks if their children exhibit a difficulty in reading. The post Not everyone on board is on board with proposed literacy policy to hold back third graders appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Refreshed specialty Md. license plate supports funding for coastal bays
MARYLAND – Coming soon to a Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) office near you: a refreshed specialty license plate design. Tuesday morning, lawmakers, MVA officials, and stakeholders gathered on the edge of the Sinepuxent Bay in Berlin to unveil the new tags. The redesign doesn’t change the rendering of...
Classic Collision Expands to Maryland
Classic Collision announced the acquisition of Two Guys Collision Center in California, MD, its first location in the state. Two Guys Collision Center has provided high-quality collision repairs and superb customer service in St. Mary's County for several years. The team consists of expert technicians with extensive knowledge and years of training to ensure only the best repairs are completed daily.
Maryland Athletics Announces New Season Ticket and Giving Model Beginning With 2025-26 Seasons
COLLEGE PARK, MD - The University of Maryland Athletics Department will introduce a simplified and modernized ticket pricing model that transitions to a per seat contribution for Maryland football and men's basketball, starting with the 2025-26 seasons. Along with this will come a new premium experience opportunity at XFINITY Center as well as wider lower-level seats at SECU Stadium providing enhanced offerings and comfort at both venues.
Washington County woman wins $100K from Maryland Lottery scratch-off
A Washington County woman recently claimed her $100,000 prize thanks to a Maryland Lottery scratch-off game she purchased at a Smithsburg-area convenience store. The Maryland Lottery allows winners to remain anonymous. This woman characterized herself as someone who plays lottery games every once in a while, according to an email from Lottery spokesperson...
Maryland fisher earns angler honors
Eric Packard of Calvert County has earned a Master Angler Milestone Award under the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ FishMaryland program. The award recognizes recreational anglers who catch 10 trophy-sized fish of different species in Maryland. Packard is the 11th master angler since the program began in 2019. In addition to being an extremely avid angler — fishing an average of 240 days per year — Packard serves as a commissioner on the Maryland Sports Fisheries Advisory Commission, representing the tidal and non-tidal recreational anglers...
3x Olympic medalist Dominique Dawes honored with sculpture in Silver Spring
DMV native and UMD grad Dominique Dawes received a special honor on Tuesday. The 3x Olympic medalist had a sculpture unveiled at the Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center. FOX 5's Chad Ricardo spoke to Dawes about the sculpture.
Shooting after altercation in Aspen Hill under investigation by Montgomery County police
ASPEN HILL, Md. (7News) — An investigation is underway after an altercation led to a shooting in Aspen Hill, Maryland Tuesday morning, according to Montgomery County police. Officers said they responded to the 2200 block of Bel Pre Road around 10:55 a.m. for a reported shooting. A preliminary investigation...
Alexandria launching pilot program to make buses more wheelchair and scooter accessible
Alexandria’s DASH bus network is getting a new pilot that could make buses less of a hassle for those who use wheelchairs or scooters. A small number of DASH buses will have the Q’Straint’s Quantum system installed. The system is designed to help those who use mobility assistance devices easily and quickly secure themselves on the bus. According to the release:
Montgomery County Police Seek Public's Help to Find Missing Teen Natasha Mwirigi from Silver Spring
The Montgomery County Police Department is asking for the public's help in the search for Natasha Christina Mwirigi, a young teen reported missing from Silver Spring. The Special Victims Investigations Division, which is spearheading the investigation, has now turned to the public eye for assistance in locating her, as reported by the Montgomery County Police Department.
Nationals' DJ Herz: Drawing start Tuesday
The Nationals recalled Herz from Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday, Mark Zuckerman of MASNSports.com reports. The left-hander will start Tuesday's game against the Padres. Herz was sent down earlier this month mostly as a means to give him some extra rest around the All-Star break. The left-hander should have a decent chance to remain in the Nationals' rotation for the remainder of the season. Herz holds a 5.17 ERA and 41:9 K:BB over 31.1 innings covering seven starts in the majors this season, which includes a pair of double-digit strikeout games.
Biden's decision sparks funding questions for Maryland's Key Bridge and Red Line projects
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — The seismic shift within the Democratic Party amid President Joe Biden’s decision not to run for re-election has renewed questions about whether the partnership between Maryland and Washington leaders like to tout will result in funding for two big-ticket projects. First, funding for the Key...
Rockville pair sentenced for more than $200K in identity, insurance fraud during pandemic
ROCKVILLE, Md. (DC News Now) — Attorney General Anthony Brown announced Tuesday that two people from Rockville were sentenced to several years in prison for filing fraudulent unemployment insurance claims during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a release, Cindy Thompson Boadu and Kwame Boadu pled guilty in February to Theft by Deception, with a value […]
Immigrant Food Opens First NoVA Restaurant in Ballston
The mission-driven restaurant will serve up globally inspired dishes from its new spot at The Nature Conservancy’s headquarters. Ready for a meal you’ll feel good about? Immigrant Food, a DC-based restaurant with a focus on advocacy, opens its first Virginia location Tuesday in Ballston at the headquarters of The Nature Conservancy.
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