Maryland

Per the news release distributed Wednesday, May 21: “Governor Wes Moore today announced $37.7 million for the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s six State Revitalization Programs. These programs offer funding for projects that advance community revitalization and economic development goals for local governments and Community Development Corporations across Maryland. Applications open May 28. (more…)


Beyond MoCo

With summer approaching and a labor shortage leaving many employers looking to hire, the personal-finance website WalletHub took an in-depth look at 2025’s Best Places for Summer Jobs, with nearby Columbia, MD coming in ranked 2nd in the country.

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Events

Additional details have been released about the 2025 Taste of Wheaton, which will take place on Sunday, June 1 at Marian Fryer Town Plaza (2424 Reedie Drive) in Wheaton. The annual community event features food, live music and dance, rides, and children’s activities. New this year, according to the Wheaton Urban District, is a free pop-up roller skating rink. (more…)


Event

Join Kaiser Permanente for Healthy at the Harbor, a free community health and wellness event taking place Saturday, June 6, from 11 am to 4 pm at National Harbor in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Bring your family and friends for free full day of fun, fitness, and preventive care along the waterfront.

Throughout the day, Kaiser Permanente nurses and physicians will offer no-cost health screenings, alongside a health and wellness expo focused on preventive care education. A lively Kids’ Zone will keep children active and entertained with spin-art bikes, face painting, balloon art, games, and more.


Maryland

Attorney General Anthony Brown and 20 other attorneys general filed an amicus brief urging a federal court to block the closure of three DHS oversight offices, arguing the move exceeds legal authority and could harm residents who rely on their services. (more…)


Education

MCPS recently announced that Krista McKim, a National Board Certified English and journalism teacher at Rockville High School, has been selected as a 2025 Grosvenor Teacher Fellow. In partnership with Lindblad Expeditions and the National Geographic Society, this prestigious fellowship honors educators dedicated to nurturing the next generation of planetary stewards.

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