She is a librarian, historian and professor all-in-one. And Anne Turkos, the archivist for the University of Maryland in College Park for more than three decades is now retiring.
Maryland Zoo elephants celebrate Halloween with a tasty tradition
The 35th annual “Zoo Boo” Halloween event at the Maryland Zoo brought the return of the Elephant Pumpkin Smash. The Pumpkin Smash was fun for the audience and delicious for the elephants.
Maryland lawmakers support special counsel, raise concerns about Russia
Three democratic members of Maryland’s congressional delegation say they say it’s important Special Counsel Robert Mueller be allowed to continue his work without interference from the Congress or President. They also expressed concern about possible involvement from Russia in the 2018 elections.
New Maryland law prevents drug price gouging
Maryland is the first state in the country to implement a law that prevents drug price gouging on patent and generic drugs. The law will give Marylanders greater access to essential drugs at a more affordable price.
Montgomery County teen a champion at climbing the wall that could lead to the Olympics
17- year -old Noah Bratschi is speeding his way to the top. He’s among the top junior wall speed climbers in the country. Speed climbing is among the sports being added to the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. And if the teenager continues his winning ways he could well find himself on the way to Japan.
State committee looks at impact of federal deregulation on Maryland consumers
A new state fiscal watchgroup met for the first time Thursday in Annapolis. The meeting came only days after the U.S. Senate voted to repeal a rule that would have made it easier for consumers to sue financial institutions.
George Washington’s distillery celebrates 10-year anniversary
Distillers and visitors from around the country gathered at George Washington’s distillery in Mt. Vernon to celebrate the site’s 10-year anniversary since its reconstruction.
Prince George’s County non-emergency call center celebrates 5 years
The Prince George’s County 311 Call Center is celebrating its 5 year anniversary during National Customer Service Week. Over the last 5 years, the center has handled over one million non-emergency service requests by phone, email, letter, walk-in and through its online tool.
Religions intersect at annual conference to fight domestic violence
The 5th Annual Maryland Interfaith Domestic Violence Conference brought together clergy, law enforcement, and community advocates to learn how to stop domestic violence from a place in the church.
D.C. United fans say goodbye to historic R.F.K. Memorial Stadium
It was a bittersweet sendoff for Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium this past Sunday. D.C. United played their final home game at the landmark stadium. For the fans, R.F.K. Stadium was never just a place to watch a game.