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Busy travel weekend for Maryland as Memorial Day holiday draws to a close
BALTIMORE -- Lots of people packed up and hit the road this weekend to enjoy the unofficial start to summer. On Monday, many are heading back home and back to work.Whether you went to the beaches of the eastern shore, visited the nation's capital or were in town visiting friends, the roadways and sky were busy. Just a few days later, they are busy again as people begin the trek home."Honestly, it wasn't as bad as I was expecting," Victor Arizmendi, who traveled from Chicago to Maryland this weekend, said. "I flew in on Wednesday, and security like was through...
Prince George’s has the most new businesses of any Maryland county – what’s behind the surge?
By James Matheson Prince George’s County has long been considered the poor step-sibling of the Washington area’s more affluent and business-savvy counties. But that image is starting to change as the county becomes an increasingly attractive location for new companies, including many that are developing innovative products and services. Business leaders say the county is […] The post Prince George’s has the most new businesses of any Maryland county – what’s behind the surge? appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Robert E Lee's daughter Mary Custis Lee took a stand against segregated seating in Virginia in 1902
Long before 1955, when Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat in Montgomery, Alabama there was Mary Custis Lee. The daughter of Confederate General Robert E Lee, took a similar stand in Alexandria, Virginia, in 1902 although her motives were not clear.
Upcoming Local Events in Woodbridge, VA: A Guide for May 27 - June 2, 2024
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Maryland's Guide to Pet Health: Best Veterinarian Services in the State
Maryland is home to many exceptional veterinary services that cater to the diverse needs of pets and their owners. From general wellness and preventive care to advanced diagnostics and emergency services, pet owners in Maryland have access to top-tier veterinary care. This guide highlights some of the best veterinarian services in the state, ensuring your furry friends receive the best possible care.
How to keep your children safe as Maryland pools open for the summer
BALTIMORE -- As pools open across Maryland, it's important you and your kids stay safe."I get a Google alert when a child drowns and it literally breaks my heart because I know that joy has completely disappeared with that family and in most cases it was preventable," Olympic Gold Medalist Rowdy Gaines said.WJZ spoke with three-time Olympic Gold Medalist Rowdy Gaines who is now a swim safety champion and drowning prevention advocate.He runs an organization called Step Into Swim, which provides grants to swimming lesson providers who offer the classes to children in underserved communities."If a child learns how to...
Upcoming Events in Alexandria, Virginia: A Guide for May 27 - June 2, 2024
1. DramaTots - Alexandria, VA 2024. DramaTots features imaginative play and social skill development, using costumes and storytelling, in an environment that fosters verbal skills, confidence, and teamwork among young children.
The first Union soldier buried in Arlington National Cemetary did not die in battle but from measles
Arlington National Cemetery was established in May 1964 in Arlington County, Virginia. There had been so many casualties during the Battle of the Wilderness that a cemetery was needed, and Arlington was chosen. The property belonged to the heirs of General Robert E Lee and was purchased by the Union in a tax s.ale.
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