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Prince George’s County Parks Offer Free Tours Of Riversdale House Museum September through November
RIVERSDALE, Md. – The Riversdale House Museum will be offering free tours for people of all ages on Fridays in September, October, and November of 2024. The earliest you can take a free tour is September 6th. The tours run from 12:00 to 1:00 pm and 2:00 to 3:00 pm.
The Big Lebowski, blues and comedy, Jill Fulton and … Ricky Skaggs! It's NXT Best!
Finish off summer with some hot entertainment — whether your idea of fun involves theater, music, festivals, outdoor activities or learning something new, we've got your entertainment guide right here in NXT Best! Movie Night: The Boys in the Boat Tuesday, Sept. 3 - 6 p.m. ...
Is Best Buy planning an exit on Shady Grove Road?
Is Best Buy's future at 15750 Shady Grove Road at the 270 Center in doubt? It sure looks like it from an online listing for the 270 Center. The big box store's "big box" is available for lease, according to the KLNB listing. Whoever the lucky next tenant is will be able to move into the 46,155-square-foot space on February 1, 2025.
Gettysburg Staple, Hunt’s Battlefield Fries and Cafe, Seeks New Ownership
After more than two decades of serving made-to-order meals in the heart of Gettysburg, Scott Hunt, the owner of Hunt’s Battlefield Fries and Cafe, is looking to pass the torch as he plans to retire at the season’s end. Located at 61 Steinwehr Ave., the beloved local eatery has been a fixture in the community for 23 years, known for its fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a menu that boasts Boardwalk-style fries, hearty cheese steaks, and succulent hamburgers.
U of Maryland grants permit for pro-Palestinian group’s campus rally on Oct. 7, upsetting Jews on campus and beyond
(JTA) — Jewish campus groups and parents are criticizing a reported decision by the University of Maryland allowing a pro-Palestinian group to hold a rally on campus on Oct. 7, the one-year anniversary of the Hamas attacks in Israel. The permit was given to Students for Justice in Palestine, according to the campus Hillel and...
Raising Cane’s to Replace Nando’s in College Park
A national chain restaurant specializing in chicken fingers will replace the Nando’s in College Park. Baton Rouge-based Raising Cane’s is moving into the location at 7400 Baltimore Ave., across from city hall. Started in 1996 near the Louisiana State University campus, the chain has a simple menu focusing...
Tech Giant Ralph Gootee Credits CSM For Setting The Foundation For His Success
LA PLATA, Md. – The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) is a “pathway to possibility” for local students on the way to achieving their dreams – as proven true by former student Ralph Gootee, who credits CSM for launching his spectacular educational and professional career after graduating from Lackey High School in 2001.
Volleyball Mounts Comeback Win over Southern Virginia at Gettysburg Tournament
GETTYSBURG, PA – Susquehanna University women's volleyball opened their 2024 season this weekend at Gettysburg College's Battlefield Tournament. While the opening matches Friday resulted in 3-0 defeats to nationally-known Wisconsin-Eau Claire and Eastern, the River Hawks went into Saturday morning with plenty of energy, bolstered by a five-set, come-from-behind win over Southern Virginia.
Terrifying Hit On Quarterback Leads To Targeting Ejection In Week 1 Matchup
Controversy in College Park. The UConn Huskies traveled to Maryland to play against the Terrapins on the road in Week 1. During the matchup, UConn defensive back Jordan Wright was ejected from the game after being flagged for a targeting hit on Maryland quarterback Billy Edwards. ...
Women's Volleyball Splits Day Two in Gettysburg
GETTYSBURG, Pa. – The Bridgewater College women's volleyball team split its two matches on Saturday in day two of the Battlefield Classic on Saturday. Final Score: Messiah 3, Bridgewater 0 (26-24, 25-17, 25-20) Records: Bridgewater 1-2; Messiah 2-1 How it Happened:. Bridgewater hopped out in front to a 5-1...
Bison split second day of Battlefield Classic
Box Score 1 GETTYSBURG, Pa. – It was a mix bag performance by Gallaudet University here Saturday on the second day of the Battlefield Classic hosted by Gettysburg College. The Bison women's volleyball team dropped the first match of the day to Bridgewater (Va.) College, 3-1, before they swept York (Pa.) College in straight sets.
Gettysburg wraps up perfect weekend at Battlefield Classic
After dropping the first two sets of the morning on day two of the Battlefield Classic, Gettysburg won five straight sets to go 2-0 on the day and wrap up a perfect weekend to kick off the 2024 season. The Bullets found themselves in a 2-0 hole to Wisc.-Eau Claire before winning the final three sets for their second 3-2 win of the weekend. Gettysburg then bookended the weekend with another 3-0 victory, taking down Susquehanna.
“Wheaton Passport to Sports” Event Takes Place on September 8
Montgomery Parks is hosting a day of fun and fitness at the Wheaton Passport to Sports event at Wheaton Regional Park on September 8, 2024 from 11am-3pm. Coaches will be on hand to give pointers as participants try various fitness activities at the park, including pickleball, tennis, ice skating, ice hockey and field sports.
Maryland doctor gives tips on how to prevent mosquito bites
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — If you’ve spent any time outdoors this summer you’ve likely been bitten by mosquitoes. Dr. Yolandra Hancock, a Prince George’s County pediatrician, said there are different types of bites. She said she classifies them into two categories: painful bug bites and itchy bug bites. Hancock sites painful bug bites usually from […]
Greenbelt celebrates 70 year anniversary of Labor Day Festival
GREENBELT, Md. (DC News Now) — In 1955, Greenbelt hosted its first Labor Day Festival. Seventy years later, the tradition is alive and well. Friday marked the beginning of the 2024 festival. Greenbelt’s Mayor Emmett V. Jordan was just one of many people excited for the celebration. “It just warms my heart, seeing all the […]
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