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9/11 Memorial Events Nationwide + $25 M Economic Recovery Project

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Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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Happy Friday, Laurel! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening locally today.

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First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 77 Low: 55.

Here are the top three stories in Laurel today:

  1. Memorial events and observances will be held nationwide on Saturday to honor the victims and remember the legacy of the Sept. 11 terror attacks. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden plan to visit all three sites where the attacks unfolded: The World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon outside Washington, D.C., and the field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, where United Airlines Flight 93 crashed. Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Shanksville with second gentleman Doug Emhoff before they join the Bidens at the Pentagon. (USA Today)
  2. Students returned to the classroom in Prince George's County Wednesday for the start of a new school year as coronavirus cases continue to climb across the country. Prince George's County has put into place safety protocols to try to keep children healthy and in class. Universal masking mandates apply to all students and staff inside buildings and on buses regardless of vaccination status. Social distancing will be put into place when possible and all buildings will be cleaned at the end of each school day. (FOX 5 DC)
  3. Governor Larry Hogan announced on Sept. 9 that Project Restore, the State of Maryland's $25 million economic recovery initiative to revitalize vacant retail and commercial spaces across the state, is now accepting applications. Applicants can apply on the Project Restore website now through October. The application portal may close sooner if grant requests exceed the funding available. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. (Maryland.gov)


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    Today in Laurel:

    • Bats Amazing — Explore the incredible world of our favorite flying mammal, the bat! Learn all about their amazing adaptations, their role in healthy ecosystems, threats to their conservation, and take-home tips for bat-friendly habits. This event will end with a night hike to scout for our nocturnal neighbors. For more information, send an email to this address: acarpenter@howardcountymd.gov or call 410-313-1673. (6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)
    • Laurel Dutch Country Farmers Market — Open on 9701 Fort Meade Road (8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
    • Laurel Park Racing (1:30 p.m. to 4:50 p.m.)
    • Cultural Expressions — Attend this nearby event (in Hyattsville) at Busboys and Poets for a night of uplift through cultural expression! (7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)

    Laurel Patch Notebook

    • Prince George's County Police: It's back-to-school and traffic enforcement is being increased in and near school zones. Please remember to drive smart. Phones down, eyes up and slow down. (Instagram)
    • City of Laurel - Government: As we approach the 20th Anniversary of 9/11, take this time to remember and honor those we lost 20 years ago. Please take a moment and share your memories of that tragic day with us. (Facebook)

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    — Alexis Goring

    About me: My name is Alexis A. Goring. I'm a Bowie area resident with a pulse for people, news and feature stories! I've worked as a freelance writer/editor/proofreader in the media industry for 15 years. I'm also a published author, experienced blogger, and founder of Writer at Heart Editorial Services. Visit my website for more details about me and my work. Here's the link: https://alexisagoring.jimdofree.com.

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