For kids and young adults with physical or developmental disabilities, participating in sports isn’t easy. But for those who play special hockey, they get a chance to learn some important lessons while remembering the most important lesson of all: having fun.
People Stocking Up for Upcoming Winter Storm
A winter storm is once again in the forecast, drawing Takoma Park residents to the local hardware store to gear up for another battle with Old Man Winter.
Snow Won’t Keep Florist From Making Valentine’s Day Deliveries
It’s not Valentine’s Day without roses, but will snow keep all those flower orders from being delivered? At Bell Flowers in Silver Spring, the answer is no way.
BWI-Marshall Airport Faces Cancellations as Winter Storm Moves In
Possibly the biggest snowstorm of the season has already shut down airports in Charlotte and Atlanta, but it won’t be long before the weather wreaks havoc on regional airports as well.
Calls for Campaign Reform on Capitol Hill
A coalition in the U.S. House of Representatives is seeking to limit the influence of big money in federal elections and encourage small donations from all Americans.
Legislation Aims to Ensure Maryland Crab Cakes are True to Name
Lawmakers in the state capital are being asked to consider a new bill that would prohibit restaurants and markets from selling mislabeled seafood, and require labeling of the origins of crabmeat.
Baltimore Compost Company Partners with Starbucks
EarthBrew Compost founder Eric Steiner collects used coffee grounds from local Starbucks to make compost, cutting back on waste and preserving natural resources.
DNR Breaks Ice to Help Watermen
Maryland Department of Natural Resources ice breakers hit the frozen waters around the Chesapeake Bay to open up the channels for area watermen who’ve been frozen out of business since the sub-freezing temperatures hit the area.
Transportation Study Highlights Need for Safe Winter Driving
With Maryland and many other areas of the country having to battle the winter on treacherous roads, the American Highway Users Alliance is out with the results of a study on the importance of keeping the roads clear during the difficult winter months.
National Zoo’s Baby Panda Gets Her Public Debut
Animal lovers had to wait five excruciating months since her birth, but Bao Bao was finally put on full display in the panda house at the National Zoo. Dressed in warm coats and panda hats, fans showed up bright and early for the unveiling.