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Government Buildings Reopen Today +Parents Concerned About School

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Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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Happy Monday, people of Laurel! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

First, today's weather: Humid and partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 91 Low: 71.

Here are the top three stories today in Laurel:

  1. Governor Larry Hogan announced on August 28 that the State of Maryland has officially surpassed the major milestone of administering more than 7.5 million COVID-19 vaccinations. To date, Maryland has reported 7,502,652 vaccinations. Gov. Hogan said the vaccines are our "single most effective tool to mitigate the threat of COVID-19 and the surging Delta variant, and Maryland's vaccination rate continues to outpace the nation." (Maryland.gov)
  2. Children constitute a larger share of Maryland's COVID cases. For some parents, the threat of the Delta variant has created uncertainty about what they thought they knew about the virus' short and long-term risks. As schools prepare to open for in-person instruction, some parents are experiencing anxiety because of the news about COVID-19. They are concerned about sending their children back into schools at this time. (Baltimore Sun)
  3. Starting today, people will be able to enter government buildings in Prince George's County for the first time since before the COVID-19 pandemic set in. The indoor public mask mandate is still in effect at county buildings, so all employees and visitors will need to wear a mask regardless of vaccination status. Those who do not wear a mask will be denied service. (WTOP)

Today in Laurel (*These are events nearby Laurel because there are none in Laurel for today)

  • Info Session: Gilman International Scholarship — Are you an undergraduate student, Pell Grant recipient, and U.S. citizen with international interests? You may be eligible to apply for the U.S. State Department's Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholorship, which provides up to $5,000! The deadline to apply for virtual, in-person and hybrid programs beginning between December 2021 and October 2022 is October 5, 2021. (12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
  • Lash Artist Classic & Volume Training — Taught by Certified Lash Artist and Certified Master Trainer Lucy. She will teach the tricks and tips of the industry. Students will learn how to provide lash quality to help retain clientele. Make supplemental income right away, or eventually make this a career for yourself making upwards of $100k or more a year with dedication! (9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
  • Beginner/ Refresher Yoga Summer Session — Vinyasa Yoga is a type of yoga that integrates movement with breath. It helps to strengthen the body as well as to relax the mind. In this class we will flow through asanas and incorporate meditation to relax the body and the mind. Enjoy your flow with music from nature sounds, reggae to smooth jazz. This class is for Intermediate Level with modifications for Beginners. (7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
  • Where Have All the Flowers Gone with Chris Frye — Chris Frye has served as the State's chief botanist for 25 years. Chris leads conservation efforts for plants, maintains the State's list of rare, threatened and endangered plant species, and serves as the curator of vascular plants at the TAWES herbarium in Annapolis. Chris will present some highlights of his research, detail some activities for management and recovery of rare plants and talk generally about the challenges to conservation posed by small population size and isolation. (7:00 p.m.)
  • Train with Jaliyla T Free Body-Weight Only Session — The workout is a sneak peak to Jaliyla's small personal training sessions that are currently in open enrollment season. Feel free to bring a friend or two to join in on the fun! This event is an outdoor event! Come dressed for an amazing workout! Remember to bring water, a mat, towel, and your friends! Feel free to share this event link with your friends and get them registered too! (6:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook

  • City of Laurel - Government: Laurel Parks & Recreation announced the Water Feature at Emancipation Park has been repaired! It is OPEN 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. daily! (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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