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Protecting the Bay means supporting farmers as they explore new solutions
It's time for farmers to have all available tools at their disposal - and support - to explore innovative ways to reduce nitrogen runoff. The post Protecting the Bay means supporting farmers as they explore new solutions appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Blue crab populations are down, but experts are not worried
The 317 milllion blue crabs in the Chesapeake Bay is down slightly from last year, but researchers say the numbers are manageable and see "no serious reason for concern." The post Blue crab populations are down, but experts are not worried appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Health officials urge Marylanders stay cool this summer; report first 2024 heat death
The Maryland Department of Health is urging residents to stay cool and practice heat safety measures following the first report of a heat-related death this year. The post Health officials urge Marylanders stay cool this summer; report first 2024 heat death appeared first on Maryland Matters.
State unveils online portal for hate-crime reporting, as incidents continue to rise
As reported hate crimes continue to rise in Maryland, state officials have unveiled a new online portal for victims and witnesses to report such incidents. The post State unveils online portal for hate-crime reporting, as incidents continue to rise appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Board awards health care contract over objection of losing bidder
A three-member state board approved a $724 million contract for pretrial detention medical and mental health services over the objections of a troubled incumbent. The post Board awards health care contract over objection of losing bidder appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Including people with disabilities in Maryland’s climate agenda
This week, Gov. Wes Moore signed a groundbreaking executive order aimed at protecting us from climate change while fostering an inclusive economy. The order directs every agency to develop solutions and consider Justice40 goals, initiatives and funding to advance environmental justice comprehensively. However, while many policymakers and practitioners recognize the roles of race and place […] The post Including people with disabilities in Maryland’s climate agenda appeared first on Maryland Matters.
USDA aims to aid small farmers by barring pay deductions from poultry firms
WASHINGTON — A rule proposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture would eliminate pay deductions for chicken producers, Secretary Tom Vilsack said this week. Under the current poultry payment system, an incentive-based arrangement known in the industry as a tournament system, farmers who raise poultry earn a base payment from the companies that buy the […] The post USDA aims to aid small farmers by barring pay deductions from poultry firms appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Montgomery College charts future for Latinos in higher education
Latino attend Montgomery Community College, the state's first Hispanic Serving Institution, in greater numbers than ever, but they face challenges as well. The post Montgomery College charts future for Latinos in higher education appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Group making gains on recommendations to reduce mass incarceration
The goal is to complete a rough draft of recommendations by August and then a final report by January. The post Group making gains on recommendations to reduce mass incarceration appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Moore calls for zero-emission heating systems in Maryland buildings
Gov. Wes Moore (D) ordered the Maryland Energy Administration to develop standards to phase in zero-emission heating equipment for all buildings in the state. The post Moore calls for zero-emission heating systems in Maryland buildings appeared first on Maryland Matters.
O’Donnell retires after eight years on Public Service Commission
Maryland Public Service Commissioner Anthony J. O'Donnell retired June 1 after nearly eight years on the Maryland Public Service Commission. The post O’Donnell retires after eight years on Public Service Commission appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Anne Arundel Register of Wills pleads guilty to misconduct in office
Erica Griswold, 51, was charged in January with cashing a $6,645 check intended to pay estate taxes. The post Anne Arundel Register of Wills pleads guilty to misconduct in office appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Health officials keep eye on ‘FLiRT’ COVID variants that could lead to fall surge
With Maryland nearing 1.5 million reported cases of COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic, experts are monitoring new variants of the virus that could create a surge in cases in the coming months. Despite its cutesy nickname, health officials say the so-called “FLiRT” variants of COVID-19 seem to be more successful at evading immunity […] The post Health officials keep eye on ‘FLiRT’ COVID variants that could lead to fall surge appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Union leaders demand firings following killing of parole agent
Union leaders representing state parole and probation agents are calling for the immediate firing of Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Secretary Carolyn J. Scruggs and two others following the line of duty death of an agent last week. The post Union leaders demand firings following killing of parole agent appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Colleges and universities must update Title IX regulations by Aug. 1
Schools with athletic programs are required to update regulations including eight with the University System of Maryland. The post Colleges and universities must update Title IX regulations by Aug. 1 appeared first on Maryland Matters.
First baby eagles hatch on reborn Chesapeake island
By Jeremy Cox Chesapeake Bay Journal Some eagle-eyed wildlife biologists have made a surprising discovery at Poplar Island. That’s the island in Maryland’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Maryland Port Authority have been rebuilding over the last 25 years. What was once almost entirely open water is […] The post First baby eagles hatch on reborn Chesapeake island appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Blueprint blues: Local leaders cite school reform plan’s progress, problems
Hundreds of pages detail updates on the Blueprint’s five priorities such as expanding early childhood and hiring and retaining teachers. The post Blueprint blues: Local leaders cite school reform plan’s progress, problems appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Maryland Democrats guarded, Republicans angry in wake of Trump conviction
A day after former President Donald Trump’s historic convictions, Maryland Democrats were calling for trust in the system Friday while most Republicans were calling the case a travesty. The post Maryland Democrats guarded, Republicans angry in wake of Trump conviction appeared first on Maryland Matters.
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