After the Trump administration’s attempt to eliminate funding for the Chesapeake Bay Program early in 2017, advocates and lawmakers say they’re concerned about the future of efforts to clean-up the Bay and say they will continue to fight to restore funds to the federal budget.
Area artist turns a shining hobby into an artful lifestyle
His hobby turned in to a lifestyle and now Bob Benson is sharing his flashy art with the Baltimore area.
Growing old means many changes
In sickness and in health, seniors are facing big challenges with a positive outlook and help from friends and family.
The value of a smile
In September, the Mission of Mercy Health Equity Festival in College Park drew people from across the state and beyond to receive dental care.
Prison gang investigation brings indictments of correctional officers and inmates
Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh announced more than two dozen indictments for people involved in gang activity inside and outside of a Maryland prison. Among those arrested was a Maryland correctional officer who also happened to be a high ranking member of one of the nation’s deadliest gangs.
The “most famous reindeer of all” leads the way at local annual icy holiday celebration
But do you recall, the most famous reindeer of all? He has made his way to town just before Christmas and came bearing gifts of colored, clear and glowing ice all from Harbin, China.
Students turn trash into artistic treasure for annual competition
One persons trash is another persons treasure, students across Maryland may have you thinking twice before you throw your trash out.
Colorado baker goes to Supreme Court over same-sex discrimination suit
In 2012, Denver area baker Jack Phillips turned down a request to make a custom wedding cake for a same-sex couple in Colorado. The case finally reached the Supreme Court and protesters and supporters were out in full force.
Dancing water bottle salesman keeps motorists entertained
He says he’s faced some terrible times but Prince George’s County resident Jackie Wimbush says you need to keep on smiling…and dancing. And Wimbush does just that as he offers up bottles of water to passing motorists along Adelphi Road in College Park.
Montgomery County man brings rooftop ice skating to the Watergate Hotel
It sits on top of the Watergate Hotel and will be open until March, but there’s more to Mel’s Rink than just ice.