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🌱County Council Endorses Anthony Brown’s Attorney General Bid

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny; breezy, cooler. High: 48 Low: 25.

Here are the top four stories today in Laurel:

  1. President Joe Biden signed the $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill into law. Now WSSC Water leaders are hopeful that they will receive a significant portion of the funding. The water utility, which serves Prince George's and Montgomery counties, is user-funded and does not receive county, state, or federal funding. (WJLA)
  2. Anthony Brown's Attorney General bid was recently endorsed by the majority of Prince George's County Council. Nine of the 10 council members praised Brown as "someone who embodies the spirit of equity and opportunity for all Marylanders." Tom Dernoga of Laurel was the only council member who hasn't endorsed Brown. (The Washington Informer)
  3. The Maryland Department of Juvenile Services plans to close four juvenile facilities and expand capacity at one in Prince George's County as part of a plan to move state-detained youths closer to home. State officials desire an expansion of the Cheltenham Youth Detention Facility in Prince George's County to include a new 24-bed all-girls detention wing by the end of fiscal year 2025. (Baltimore Sun)
  4. According to Governor Larry Hogan, Maryland has surpassed 9 million COVID-19 vaccinations. Gov. Hogan said that Maryland's vaccination campaign is one of the most successful in the country. He said that the state has a robust network of providers that continues to have the supply and the capacity to provide a vaccine or a booster shot to anyone who needs one. The focus now is getting more school age children vaccinated. (Maryland.gov)

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Today in Laurel:

  • Santa's Beauties and Cuties Workshop — A free event hosted by Mary Kay Advanced Skin Care Beauty Consultant, Chrishana! Two drawings will be held. Receive techniques for skincare maintenance and dash-out-the-door beauty tips. Preview stocking stuffers, holiday gift ideas, and new Winter products. Opportunity for live shopping! (9:00 p.m.)
  • Laurel Dutch Country Farmers Market — Open on 9701 Fort Meade Road (8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
  • Family Friday: Campfire — Event hosted by The Thrifty Teacher. Family members are invited to create art together for "Family Friday"! Single artist and family member discount tickets available! Buy one ticket, and get add-ons for $10! Class is ideal for artists ages 5+. (6:00 p.m.)
  • Embassy Row Bonspiel: Thailand — Our Embassy Row Bonspiel is a cultural exploration of countries around the world combined with the joy of curling. Enjoy the cuisine of Thailand while recovering from a long drought of curling. (10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
  • Candlelight: From Bach to the Beatles — An intimate ambience in a beautiful venue bathed in candlelight. Listen to a talented string quartet performing classical and contemporary pieces from Bach and The Beatles as you enjoy the stunning architecture of the iconic Saint Francis Hall. This is a safe, comfortable and socially-distanced event. (6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
  • Chuck E Cheese School Spirit Night — Come out on Friday night for some family fun, pizza and games on Nov. 19! Make sure to bring the flier to give back to Brock Bridge! (8:00 p.m.)
  • Red Crab House: LIVE — Live music presented by Pyramid Projects LLC and Red Crab House. (7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook

  • City of Laurel - Government: The City of Laurel and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority team up to serve the community. Happy Holidays! (Facebook)
  • City of Laurel - Government: Fresh Green Turkey giveaway will take place Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 14720 Baltimore Avenue. (Facebook)
  • Prince George's County Police: Our Westphalia, Division VIII Community Engagement Unit recently stopped by William Beanes Elementary School to celebrate teachers and faculty during #AmericanEducationWeek. Their commitment to educating the youth is greatly appreciated. (Instagram)
  • City of Laurel Department of Economic and Community Development: The Inclusive Backing small business grants, presented by American Express, are now open! Underrepresented small business owners in older or historic commercial districts can apply for grants of $5K each as they navigate the pandemic and plan for long-term success and resilience. (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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