Maryland

With National Prevention Week around the corner and the number of annual drug overdose deaths in the U.S. reaching more than 80,670, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on the States with the Biggest Drug Problems, with Maryland coming in ranked 45th overall (“7th smallest drug problem).

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Everything you need is at EDE: lifestyle, community, proximity, serenity, activity. What sets EDE apart is what’s inside, outside, and all around – an elevated suite of features and amenities that define living well.

Read on to explore the top 12 ways to experience a centrally astounding lifestyle at EDE apartments in Downtown Frederick.

1. CONTEMPORARY DESIGN: Finely crafted studio, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom floorplans showcase luxury finishes throughout, featuring stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, soft-close cabinetry, sleek plank flooring, and a selection of two designer color palettes.

2. WFH PRODUCTIVITY: Accomplish your tasks efficiently in convenient co-working spaces within each residential building or at the co-working lounge in the Clubhouse. Select layouts include a den or built-in desk to create a dedicated home workspace.

3. HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Support your wellness goals in the 24-hour leading-edge fitness center including cardio, strength, and functional training. Take your workout outside at the outdoor fitness stations.

4. ABUNDANT AMENITIES: Discover enviable lifestyle amenity spaces anchored by a high-design clubhouse with a warm, minimalist aesthetic. Rack up the fun in the clubroom with billiards and a double-sided fireplace. Unwind in the chic lounge with seating areas and curated artwork. Entertain your little ones at the enclosed playground.

5. ACTIVE EVENTS CALENDAR: Experience a welcoming community atmosphere with opportunities to connect through an engaging line-up of events featuring a monthly book club, wine tastings, food trucks, and other social gatherings. (more…)


Clarksburg

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a report of smoke coming from the roof of a single‐family home in the 22700 block of Frederick Road in Clarksburg on Tuesday morning. The fire is now being investigated as arson, with over $100k in damage.

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Celebrities

Maryland resident Pat Sajak is gearing up for his final spin as the host of Celebrity Wheel of Fortune. Although Sajak stepped down from his long-time role on Wheel of Fortune in June 2024, he will return to lead episodes of the spinoff series one last time, starting this Wednesday, April 30th.

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Law

Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown and a coalition of 23 attorneys general, along with the governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania, have filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s decision to significantly reduce AmeriCorps’ workforce and funding, arguing it unlawfully undermines federally authorized community service programs.

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Events

Montgomery County’s Asian American Health Initiative and Office of Community Partnerships will host the fourth annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration on Sunday, May 4, at Seneca Valley High School in Germantown. The event will feature cultural performances, health services, food vendors, and family-friendly activities to honor AAPI contributions and address ongoing inequities. (more…)