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Families, friends find new Fourth of July tradition through celebration at Baker Park
For years when Jen Arnett lived in Iowa and Independence Day rolled around, she and her husband would invite friends to their home for a picnic. Arnett originally grew up in Mount Airy and lived outside of Maryland for more than 20 years, but she and her husband moved back to Frederick County last year. Now that she’s here and closer to her family, she said, she and her husband wanted to find ...
Former senior adviser to Fitzwater taking over as chief of staff; Kadish departs Friday
Former senior Pat Murray is returning to work for Democratic Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater’s administration. Murray, who left the administration late last year to work on a congressional campaign, is returning to be Fitzwater’s chief of staff. Murray is taking over for Chelsea Kadish, who has served as Fitzwater’s chief of staff since December 2022 but is leaving her post on ...
25 animals test positive for rabies in Frederick County, health officials say
FREDERICK COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Health officials in Federick County, Md. warned the community to keep their pets and family safe after multiple animals tested positive for rabies. As of July 1, the Frederick County Health Department (FCHD) Environmental Health Office said 25 animals tested positive for the deadly virus in the county. […]
New gym planned for Golden Mile's Westridge shopping center
A $5 million multi-level Crunch Fitness and a mixed-use residential and commercial development are slated to come to the Westridge Square shopping center in Frederick. The fitness center, which will occupy 1005-1077 West Patrick Street along Frederick’s Golden Mile, will provide the city’s residents with equipment and resources beyond the scope of a traditional gym, Christopher McDonald, the ...
Black Health Equity Coalition launches comprehensive Black health survey for county
The Black Health Equity Coalition of Frederick has launched a comprehensive Black health survey to gather feedback from Black Frederick County residents’ on their health and wellness needs. The survey will be open until Sept. 15 and can be taken online at shorturl.at/3KKaa. “By understanding these needs, we can better advocate for necessary changes and improvements in health services, ...
Frederick prepares for a unique, safe fireworks show
FREDERICK, Md. (DC News Now) — Firework shows seem to be one of the most anticipated parts of celebrating the Fourth of July – but what really goes into making each show safe and unique? The Frederick Independence Day celebration is all about good times, beginning with a day of activities for everyone in the […]
Legislation Ensures Maryland Schools Have Plans in Place for Cardiac Emergencies
A 16-year-old Marylander and avid athlete, Bailey Bullock, died outside of his school on May 12, 2021. “Bailey had his Sudden Cardiac Arrest event after completing his track and field meet,” said Patrice Bullock, mother of the late student. The Bailey Bullock Act, a new law that was named...
Maryland Weather: ALERT DAYS for dangerous heat and humidity
BALTIMORE-- Our second heat wave of the season will be long and intense. ALERT DAYS have been issued Friday & Saturday.Our second heat wave of the season will be a long duration and intense heat wave. High temperatures on the 4th of July reached 94° at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport. Feels like temperatures across the area ranged from 98° to 105°. The storms that rumbled through the area early Thursday evening are now offshore. Expect a warm and muggy night with a partly to mostly cloudy sky with lows in the middle 70s. There could be a stray shower, but most...
Gov. Moore welcomes home members of the 175th Wing 104th Fighter Squadron
(WBFF) — Governor Wes Moore welcomed home 171 members of the 175th Wing 104th Fighter Squadron on Thursday morning. The airmen returned from deployment to the Middle East. The 104th Fighter Squadron is the oldest unit in the Maryland Air National Guard. Gov. Moore also participated in the annual...
What's the cost of a summer barbecue? Experts say prices have reached a record high.
BALTIMORE - Summer barbecues are not immune to inflation and rising prices.According to the American Farm Bureau, a group of 10 is expected to dish out more than $70 this summer for a cookout, which is a new record high.That's an increase of 5% from 2023 and 30% from 2019.Firing up the girl on the Fourth of July came with a hefty price tag.The prices for meat, hamburger buns, potato chips, and even ice cream have skyrocketed, which forced many to celebrate on a budget."I think things are a little more expensive than they've been in the past," said Chiemeka...
Frederick Health nurse climbs Mount Everest
FREDERICK, Md. (DC News Now) — Frederick Health Nurse Mila Nemtsov spent 12 days on what she said was a challenging and enlightening journey. “I think it’s a life-changing kind of monumental thing that you know, every human being needs to do to experience life,” Nemtsov said. Nemtsov climbed up 76,000 feet to the base […]
Maryland senator wants 'binding agreement' with Commanders about future of Commanders field in Prince Georges County
GREATER LANDOVER, Md. — With the Washington Commanders first pre-season game fast approaching, fans aren’t just focused on what happens on the field. They also want to know where owner Josh Harris is going to build the new stadium he’s been talking about. Now, WUSA9 has learned...
Maryland could join other states to retain third graders with low reading proficiency
Proposed policy includes a reading intervention program for students in kindergarten through third grade identified with a reading deficiency. The post Maryland could join other states to retain third graders with low reading proficiency appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Maryland lawmakers must continue breaking down insurance barriers to health care
Maryland lawmakers and regulators made great strides this year to protect patients and physicians from insurance barriers. The General Assembly must continue this progress. The post Maryland lawmakers must continue breaking down insurance barriers to health care appeared first on Maryland Matters.
Higher education leader, advocate retires from University System of Maryland
Nancy Shapiro worked as an associate vice chancellor for the University System of Maryland for 24 years. The post Higher education leader, advocate retires from University System of Maryland appeared first on Maryland Matters.
State leaders approve $27M contract to secure EBT benefits amid ongoing theft concerns
BALTIMORE -- To ensure low-income families get the help they need, state leaders approved a contract to make EBT benefits more secure.However, there could be a challenge to this move.For years, WJZ has reported on how EBT benefits have been stolen from Marylanders. Around 943,000 people use these benefits, according to the Maryland Department of Human Services.These benefits include the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, and other cash assistance.Most of the theft has happened through card skiming, according to state authorities.Since last year, DHS has reimbursed millions of dollars in stolen benefits."We've replaced $27.1 million in stolen benefits to...
Greater focus on crime sparks another wave of juvenile justice bills
For decades, state legislators and criminal justice advocates have worked to change the juvenile legal system, striving to expand access to rehabilitation and keep young people from returning to crime. During this year’s legislative sessions, nearly every state has considered some form of juvenile justice legislation, according to a National Conference of State Legislatures database. […] The post Greater focus on crime sparks another wave of juvenile justice bills appeared first on Maryland Matters.
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