“The bipartisan effort led by President Biden to keep the government open has prevented an unnecessary crisis and is good news for Marylanders. This unneeded shutdown would have devastated thousands of Marylanders and millions of Americans.
Though the deal is imperfect, we are grateful that Congress was finally able to reach an agreement that will keep the government open.”
Per the State of Maryland (10.1.23): Governor Wes Moore has ordered the Maryland flag to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset tomorrow, Monday, October 2, in honor of the life and legacy of Baltimore Orioles legend Brooks Robinson.
“Brooks Robinson led a life that showed he was a champion both on and off the field,” said Gov. Moore. “His iconic legacy will endure through his countless contributions to the City of Baltimore, the State of Maryland, and to Major League Baseball.”
According to the Maryland Lottery, a winning Powerball lottery ticket was sold for last night’s drawing at Golden Ring Liquors at 8651 Philadelphia Road in Baltimore County. Since no one matched all six numbers in last night’s drawing, the Powerball jackpot for Monday night’s drawing is now worth an estimated $1.04 billion with an estimated cash value of $478.2 million.
Last week we reported that a different $1,000,000 winning Powerball ticket was recently sold at a convenience store in the Eastern Shore town of Snow Hill, MD. Powerball drawings take place every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. The odds of winning the Powerball jackpot are 1 in 292.2 million. The odds of winning a prize are 1 in 24.9. Additional information below courtesy of MD Powerball:
Per the State of Maryland: On Thursday, Governor Wes Moore and Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller hosted a meeting with six Maryland tribes to discuss concerns within the tribal communities at the State House. The historic meeting marks the first time an administration has met simultaneously with the leaders of all of Maryland’s organized tribes.
“The state of Maryland is grateful to our tribal communities and their vital contributions to our society,” said Gov. Moore. “We must continue to do work in partnership with Maryland’s tribes to ensure the well being of indigenous Marylanders. From land and cultural preservation to expanded educational opportunity, our administration is committed to doing the necessary work to create a more inclusive state that leaves no one behind.”
Per the Maryland Attorney General’s Office: Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of 19 Attorneys General in calling for further protections when student loan payments resume on October 1. Over 40 million borrowers are set to resume making payments following a three-and-a-half-year pandemic payment pause. In that time, a majority of loans were transferred to new servicers. Congress passed a law in June barring further extensions of the payment pause.
Although significant steps have been taken to transform the flawed federal student loan repayment system, including creating SAVE – the new, more affordable income-driven repayment (IDR) plan – and restoring borrowers’ credit toward the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, the coalition cautions that current circumstances are likely to create serious and widespread loan servicing problems, especially as the U.S. Department of Education itself appears to lack capacity to assist borrowers, oversee servicers, and enforce borrower protections during the return to repayment.
My office has been in close contact with the Howard County Sheriff’s Office, and I have personally spoken with Sheriff Harris. We will continue to monitor this situation closely as the Baltimore Police Department carries out a full and thorough investigation into this matter.”
Deputy Ryan Demby was shot and killed Thursday night following an altercation at a Baltimore bar.
Names.org, a website that offers origins, statistics, and popularity rankings for people names, has released its list of the most popular names for boys and girls by state. Below you’ll see a list of the top 10 names for boys and top ten names for girls in the state of Maryland:
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Concealed Carry-Restricted Areas: “While lawmakers this year removed the “good and substantial reason” language from Maryland law that the Supreme Court found unconstitutional, Maryland is tightening gun laws to prevent someone from carrying a concealed handgun in certain areas. For example, the law will generally prohibit a person from wearing, carrying or transporting a gun in an “area for children or vulnerable adults,” like a school or health care facility.” (Per the Associated Press)
Police Prosecutions: “Maryland’s attorney general will have independent authority to bring criminal charges against police officers after investigating deaths when officers are involved. The law is an expansion on a package of police reforms approved two years ago in response to concerns about police accountability after the 2020 murder of George Floyd in Minnesota.” (per WBAL)
With the current lease set to expire on December 31st 2023, the Baltimore Orioles, State of Maryland, Maryland Governor Wes Moore, and the Maryland Stadium Authority announced that they have agreed to a deal that will keep the O’s at Camden Yards for at least 30 more years. The announcement was made on the scoreboard following the third inning.
As of press time, Baltimore leads Boston 1-0 in the top of the 6th inning as the team looks to win its 100th game of the season while vying for the division title. The Orioles have not won 100 games since 1980. “30 MORE YEARS IN BALTIMORE. LET’S GO O’S!” tweeted Governor Moore. Featured photo courtesy of Clark Construction
Per the State of Maryland: Today, Governor Wes Moore and Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller attended the 46th annual J. Millard Tawes Crab & Clam Bake. The event, attended by elected officials from across the state, was held at Somers Cove Marina in Crisfield and is Maryland’s largest all-you-can-eat seafood festival.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to connect with so many Marylanders in the place Governor Tawes called home,” said Gov. Moore. “Governor Tawes was a true public servant and served Maryland as state treasurer, comptroller, and governor. He made our state a better place for all and today, we honor his legacy by providing support and resources to Crisfield.”
Per the State of Maryland: Today, Governor Wes Moore and Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller received a training on overdose response and using the opioid overdose reversal medicine naloxone at the State House. They also recognized September as National Recovery Month and reiterated the administration’s support for increasing access to substance use treatment and recovery services.
“Overdose has touched so many Maryland families, including my own,” said Lt. Gov. Miller. “We need to create a seat at the table for everyone as we continue to identify ways to reach those who need support. Whether it’s state government, community organizations, local partners, or individuals, we all have a role to play in combating the overdose crisis and saving lives – and we can all start by carrying naloxone and recognizing the signs of an overdose.”