The Washington National Cathedral opened its doors Thursday morning in honor of the Great ShakeOut Earthquake Drill happening around the country. The Cathedral was severely damaged by the 5.8 magnitude earthquake that shook the Washington metropolitan area in August of 2011.
Obama to Appear at Anthony Brown’s Rally Despite Career-Low Approval Ratings
President Obama is set to appear at a rally for Anthony Brown Sunday afternoon even as many Democrats around the nation are trying to distance themselves from the President following his career-low approval ratings.
Maryland Officials Kick Off Homegrown School Lunch Week
Homegrown School Lunch Week was kicked off at Gwynn Park High School in Prince George’s County this week. Homegrown School Lunch Week promotes healthy eating throughout the state by using foods from local farmers.
America’s Tall Ship Finds New Home In Baltimore
The only tall ship left in the U.S. military is the Coast Guard’s USS Eagle. Its home port for years has been London, Connecticut but that’s all about to change as she now calls Charm City home.
Area Students Get A First-Hand Lesson On the Farm
UPPER MARLBORO- Area students visited Montpelier Farm in Prince George’s County for a first-hand look at how the food they eat goes from the farm to store shelves.
Parents Join With School Children for Annual Walk to School Day
Thousands of schools across the country teamed up to inspire parents and children to walk to school in honor of National Walk to School Day.
State Employees Learn Details of Controversial New State Wellness Program
It was standing room only–with many being turned away–when state employees turned out in College Park to learn the details about a controversial new state wellness program.
Teens Free to Have Fun and be Loud…At a Library
The Bowie Branch Library in Prince George’s County recently opened a new “Teen Zone” creating a safe place for students to do anything they want…and be as loud as they want.
Baltimore City School Kids Learn How to Be Green Pioneers
Some Baltimore City kids are getting a chance to become the next generation of “green” pioneers, thanks to a generous donation from the Environmental Protection Agency.
Dumpster Diner Bikes Around the Country to Prevent Food Waste
Bicyclist Rob Greenfield makes a stop in Maryland during his cross country trip to promote a healthy lifestyle which includes dining exclusively out of the many dumpsters he passes along the way.