The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration has announced the start of construction on Maryland’s first Pedestrian Safety Action Plan project– $15 million in pedestrian, bicycle and multi-modal improvements along nearly 2.5 miles of MD 650 (New Hampshire Avenue) from University Boulevard to Powder Mill Road in Prince George’s and Montgomery counties.
Maryland is a mix of lively cities and beautiful nature, making it a great spot for movie makers. Its variety of cultures and stunning landscapes have helped create many famous films.In this article, we’ll touch on ten popular movies that were set, at least in part, in our great state.
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and a coalition of state attorneys general submitted formal objections to the U.S. Department of Energy’s proposal to eliminate efficiency standards for 16 appliances, arguing the rollbacks lack required analysis and would increase consumer costs.
Listed below are Maryland State Football Champions that have come from Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) since the 1975-76 school year. The list comes directly from MCPS Athletics. The MPSSAA website includes state championship winning teams from other counties and from seasons prior to the years included in the list below.
Governor Wes Moore announced the launch of Maryland Benefits One Application, a new mobile-friendly tool that allows eligible residents to apply for multiple assistance programs—including Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, WIC, and energy aid—through a single, streamlined platform.
Governor Wes Moore has appointed retired Army Colonel and Carroll County Commissioner Ed Rothstein as Secretary of the Maryland Department of Veterans and Military Families, effective August 1, with Ross Cohen continuing as deputy secretary.
Eater DC has released an updated list of ‘Where to Find The Best Sushi Around DC ’ that includes two restaurants in Maryland– both located right here in Montgomery County. The list was updated on July 14th.
Governor Wes Moore is urging Marylanders to stay alert and prepared for possible flash flooding, heavy rain, and damaging winds expected across the state, especially in central and low-lying areas, as storms move through today. (more…)
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has joined a coalition of 25 states in suing the Trump administration over its decision to freeze funding for six federal education programs, arguing the move is unlawful and harms students just weeks before the school year begins. (more…)
Many consider the Sunshine Burger from the Sunshine General Store in Brookeville, MD (often referred to as Sunshine, between Olney and Damascus) the best burger in Maryland. The burger boasts a ½ pound of ground beef topped with lettuce, tomato, onions, ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise. However, part of the burger’s charm lies in the unique atmosphere of the General Store itself. A MoCoShow commenter once wrote “Best burger in Maryland, just don’t look at the walls.”
Maryland’s annual Tax-Free Week runs from Sunday, August 11, through Saturday, August 17. During this time, qualifying clothing and footwear priced at $100 or less per item are exempt from the state’s 6% sales tax. (more…)