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Monks walking for peace reach VA
On day 98 of their 120-day trek from Texas to Washington D.C., the monks livestreamed the final leg of their day's journey. The group's LiveStream on Facebook ended when they arrived at Virginia State University in Petersburg, VA.

Michele D. Manigault
3 days ago1 min read


News Roundup- Gov. shuts library, trashes books
This story was posted three weeks ago by several newsoutlets. With the daily barrage of unsettling news, sometimes important stories get lost in the shuffle. Here is an important one you may want to give your attention: NASA shut its biggest library and trashed priceless materials Photo Courtsey of Library Journal NASA has quietly shut down its largest research library at the Goddard Space Flight Center, a decision that will see unique books, reports, and technical records

Staff
7 days ago2 min read


Calendar Happenings
Engaging the Elements : Poetry in Nature In this focus exhibition of approximately 20 photographs, prints, drawings, and textiles, the natural environment is a source of creative inspiration worth celebrating and protecting. Works by artists such as Winslow Homer, Richard Misrach, Charles Sheeler, and Kiki Smith, among many others, depict the elements of air, water, earth, and fire and address broader themes of ecological awareness and preservation. These themes range from ho

Michele D. Manigault
Jan 111 min read


National News in Review : Military Action in Venezuela
The Congress shall have Power . . . To declare War, grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal, and make Rules concerning Captures on Land and Water; “To raise and support Armies, but no Appropriation of Money to that Use shall be for a longer Term than two Years; “To provide and maintain a Navy; “To make Rules for the Government and Regulation of the land and naval Forces; “To provide for calling forth the Militia to execute the Laws of the Union, suppress Insurrections and repel

Michele D. Manigault
Jan 32 min read


Eastern Shore Hospital requires masks for patients and visitors
Effective immediately, all patients and visitors to Tidal Health Peninsula Regional in Salisbury Maryland, will require all patients and visitors to wear masks. The change comes as a result of a rapid increase in Influenza A (Flu A) and other respiratory illnesses across Delmarva. According to hospital officials, masking will also be required at Tidal Health Nanticoke and Atlantic General Hospital. Here are the requirements: All patients and visitors must wear surgical mask
mdmanigault0
Jan 21 min read


Record Growth in Apprenticeship programs
ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore today announced that Maryland has achieved record growth and key milestones through the Governor’s Apprenticeship Pledge , helping more Marylanders enter high-demand careers and earn while they learn. Launched in late 2024 in partnership with the Maryland Department of Labor and the Governor’s Workforce Development Board, the pledge called on employers across Maryland to expand access to registered apprenticeships, and Maryland has surpass

Michele D. Manigault
Dec 25, 20253 min read
American Academy of Pediatrics speaks out on White House Autism claims
“(The Sept 22) White House event on autism was filled with dangerous claims and misleading information that sends a confusing message to...

Staff
Sep 25, 20251 min read


Maryland Protects Access to Vaccines for All Marylanders
Photo courtesy of the Association of American Medical Colleges ANNAPOLIS, MD — This respiratory virus season, Maryland is protecting...

Staff
Sep 6, 20252 min read


National Night Out against Crime
Governor Wes Moore, First Lady Dawn Moore, and Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller this evening attended National Night Out events in New...

Staff
Aug 6, 20251 min read


How to avoid overdoses in the Penn North Community
Following an additional round of overdoses on Friday, July 18, city officials and first responder, public health officials and community...

Staff
Jul 21, 20253 min read


Maryland's First Green Zone is in Savage Park
Savage Park has been named a green zone by the American Green Zone Alliance. (AGZA) The announcement made this month makes Howard County...

Staff
Jun 29, 20251 min read


Wine Festivals across the state
Wine on the Water Tickets for the Harford County Wine Festival went on sale earlier this month. The fall event is scheduled for Saturday,...

Michele D. Manigault
May 24, 20251 min read


Maryland added 38,000 Jobs Unemployment at 3.1 percent
Maryland's unemployment rate is 3.1 percent, making it one of the lowest rates in the country. BALTIMORE, MD – Maryland added 38,400...

Michele D. Manigault
Feb 10, 20251 min read


At the Schools
Alleghany County Howard County Annne Arundel County Baltimore County Baltimore City Parent University Lunch & Learn Workshop: “Who You...

Staff
Jan 6, 20258 min read


Raskin sworn-in into 119th Congress. Will serve as Ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee
Rep. Jamie Raskin @ raskin.house.gov · Today I proudly took the oath of office to represent the remarkable people of Maryland’s 8th...
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Jan 4, 20252 min read
Progress report from mayor says city is stronger, more equitable
BALTIMORE, MD (Tuesday, December 31, 2024) – Today, Mayor Brandon M. Scott released a first term accomplishment report entitled “...

Staff
Dec 31, 20243 min read


Christmas Parade of Horses and Market set for Dec. 14
Christmas Parade of Horses and Market set for Dec. 14 Sat Dec 14th 10:00am - 4:00pm Horse-Parade and Christmas Market The event is back...

Staff
Nov 30, 20243 min read


Crime and Fire Log
Chesapeake City At 04:30 am, Volunteer Fire Company #1 of Chesapeake City, Inc. was dispatched for a MVA in the 200 block of Bank...

Staff
Nov 30, 20242 min read


Morgan University continues to grow
The numbers for Fall 2024 have been finalized, and Morgan State University has recorded its fourth consecutive year of record...

Michele D. Manigault
Nov 10, 20244 min read
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