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Alexandria’s Noah Lyles wins 200 meters in qualifier and will run two races in Paris Olympics
Alexandria native Noah Lyles won the 200 meters at the U.S. Olympic Trials on June 29, and will represent the U.S. in that race and the 100 meters in the upcoming Olympic games in Paris, France. The 26-year-old Lyles ran the 200 meters in 19.53 seconds — the fastest time...
Maryland State Police urge safety, will have more patrols over Fourth of July
BALTIMORE - The long Fourth of July weekend brings cookouts, beach trips and pool days. While you're enjoying time with family and friends, the Maryland State Police once again reminds us of the importance of making safe and wise decisions this holiday, especially if alcohol is involved.State Police say troopers will be in full force this holiday weekend to ensure the state's roads are safe. That includes enforcement for things like aggressive driving, distracted driving and driving under the influence. MSP is conducting "saturation patrols," increasing enforcement efforts across the state to save lives."We cannot continue to tolerate the poor and selfless choices...
Comptroller updates cannabis tax report after finding clerical error
The Office of the Comptroller has updated a quarterly report on cannabis taxes after identifying a clerical error. The post Comptroller updates cannabis tax report after finding clerical error appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Solaire Social Announces Euro 2024 and Copa America Game Day Specials
Solaire Social has announced a lineup of events and bar deals, including game-day specials for soccer enthusiasts. This week, the downtown Silver Spring food hall will show soccer matches in its large bar area, featuring Euro 2024 and Copa America game day specials and $5 draft pints. Euro 2024 matches...
Shakespeare in the Parks, Concerts, Puppets and West Africa Food Crops Highlight Montgomery Parks Special Events and Programs in July
Montgomery Parks has released a list of specials events and programs that will be taking place during the month of July:. Per the news release: “Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, concerts in parks, puppets and West Africa Food Crops in the garden are among the program highlights for the Montgomery Parks special events and programs being offered in July.
July 4th Traffic: Best and worst times to drive
ANNAPOLIS, Md. - More than 1.8 million Washington, D.C. area residents will travel over the week surrounding the Fourth of July holiday, says AAA Mid-Atlantic, and most of them will hit the road to get to their destinations. The auto club says about 90% of those traveling 50 miles or...
Grocery Store Trip Lands Maryland Mom $50K Powerball Prize
Late last month, a Cecil County woman turned a trip to Klein's ShopRite on Riverside Parkway in Belcamp into a life-altering event when she picked up some lucky Lottery tickets, officials say. The woman said that she had an extra few dollars after finishing her shopping, so she picked up...
DC Little League softball team needs help getting to the World Series
WASHINGTON — A trailblazing softball team from D.C. is making history. But they need your help in hopes of making a little bit more. The Mamie Johnson Little League Softball team is made up predominantly of Black girls from Wards 7 and 8. The team just won the DC 1 State Championship on June 22. Now, the next step in their journey is heading to Bristol, Connecticut, for the Little League World Series Mid-Atlantic Regional Tournament. The tourney includes teams from Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania.
Lobbying World: Monument Advocacy has a new CEO
John Murray is now CEO of Monument Advocacy. Founder and CEO C. Stewart Verdery, Jr. has transitioned to full-time business development, long-term strategic planning and client engagement, the firm said, and Murray and Verdery will both lead Monument’s new seven-person senior leadership team. “After 18 years, it is appropriate to allow a new CEO to…
Three New Members Appointed to Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) Chair Sara C. Bronin announced the installation of three new ACHP members: Expert Member Erica Avrami; Tribal Member Amelia Marchand; and General Public Member Jane Woodfin. All three were appointed to terms ending June 2028. The ACHP recently issued a directive for Communications Projects on Federal Lands and Property.
DC property management company settles lawsuit alleging discrimination against potential tenants
A D.C.-based property management company has settled a lawsuit from the Equal Rights Center (ERC) accusing the company of discriminating against potential residents by denying them housing on illegal grounds. ERC’s lawsuit accused AIR Property Management TRS, known as AIR Communities, of discriminating against voucher holders and using “overbroad eviction...
Del. Marcus Simon: Virginia’s New Laws
On July 1 this week, several new laws went into effect across the Commonwealth of Virginia, including some that may impact Falls Church residents as they go about their daily lives. The changes impact a wide range of areas, from animal welfare to higher education, reflecting the evolving priorities and...
City of Falls Church, VA Crime Report: June 24-30, 2024
Fraud – False Pretenses, W George Mason Rd, June 24, 10:33 AM, victim reported they sent money in exchange for concert tickets, then discovered an unknown suspect had hacked the seller’s social media account. Larceny from Building, Hillwood Ave, June 24, 8:24 PM, victim reported three unknown suspects,...
One Year After Groundbreaking, Gossett Basketball Performance Center Construction Fully Underway
COLLEGE PARK, MD – Just over one year since its groundbreaking ceremony, construction of the Barry P. Gossett Basketball Performance Center is fully underway having already achieved several milestones. The facility, located adjacent to the XFINITY Center, broke ground on June 22, 2023 with Gossett in giving remarks to...
SMADC Secures Permanent Funding For Agricultural Programming
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – As of yesterday, July 1st, 2024, when the laws from Maryland’s latest legislative session went into effect, the Southern Maryland Agricultural Development Commission (SMADC), a division of the Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland (TCCSMD), now has permanent funding secured for their programming. It is important...
Maryland Coastal Bays conducts herp searches
The Maryland Coastal Bays Program hosted two volunteer surveys last month to assess the species diversity of reptiles and amphibians, or herps, in the area. The Maryland Coastal Bays Program hosted two volunteer surveys last month to assess the species diversity of reptiles and amphibians, or herps, in the designated areas.
Rick Abbott to Judge Maryland Yearling Show
The Maryland Horse Breeders Association is proud to announce Rick Abbott as the judge of its 90th annual Yearling Show. Open to all yearlings eligible for Maryland-bred registration, the show will be held on Sunday, July 21 at the Maryland State Fairgrounds' Horse Show Ring in Timonium. Longtime bloodstock agent...
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