Beyond MoCo

The Mega Millions jackpot has risen to an estimated $965 million after no one matched all winning numbers in the November 11 drawing, though two tickets sold in Elkridge and District Heights each won $20,000. That same night, a Bonus Match 5 player in Hagerstown won a $50,000 top prize. Full details below courtesy the Maryland Lottery.

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Law

Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief opposing the Trump administration’s expansion of “expedited removal,” a policy allowing deportations without court hearings or access to legal representation.

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Potomac

The former Potomac estate of Dan and Tanya Snyder, once the personal residence of the former Washington Commanders owners, is officially heading to auction through Concierge Auctions, with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society.

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Announcement

Celebrate an evening of Kuchipudi with Traditions, a solo performance by Madhuvanthi Sundararajan featuring a live orchestra. Presented as the culmination of the Maryland State Arts Council Folklife Apprenticeship, this performance marks the year-long artistic journey between master tradition bearer Kasi Aysola and apprentice Madhuvanthi Sundararajan. This inspiring evening welcomes audiences of all backgrounds. August 14, 7 p.m. | Silver Spring Black Box Theater.


Beyond MoCo

Zaxby’s, the fast-growing chicken chain known for its fried chicken sandwiches, wings, “Zingers,” crinkle-cut fries, and Texas toast, officially opens its first Maryland location on Wednesday, November 12, at 3068 Waldorf Market Place, near the intersection of Route 301 and Berry Road in Waldorf, MD. (more…)


Maryland

Baba Oladotun, one of the nation’s top high school basketball prospects, will announce his college commitment on Wednesday, November 19, at James Hubert Blake High School in Silver Spring.

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News

Governor Wes Moore visited Greenbelt on Veterans Day to honor Maryland’s veterans and announce $250,000 in funding to support initiatives that provide emergency assistance, food aid, and household stability for veterans and military families affected by federal shutdown impacts.

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Germantown

Second-year carpentry, HVAC, and electrical students from Seneca Valley High School participated in a hands-on construction site tour hosted by Whiting-Turner Contracting Company, where they observed professionals at work and explored Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology.

The visit also marked the beginning of a potential partnership that could provide students with additional real-world experience, including constructing storage units for the reopening of Northwood High School.