Local Inventor's Life Saving Device + Helping Afghan Interpreters

Morning, Laurel! Let's get you all caught up to start this Wednesday off on an informed note. Here's everything going on today in town.

First, today's weather: Humid and partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 92 Low: 72.

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Here are the top four stories in Laurel today:

1. According to preliminary data from the Office of Institutional Research, enrollment at the 12 University System of Maryland institutions is expected to remain level in the school year set to begin Aug. 30 at most college campuses. About 169,000 students are expected to be enrolled in the university system. COVID vaccines would be required for students. (WTOP)
2. An inventor from Laurel created a reminder device for parents to remove their children or pets from the car upon parking. The inventor calls this device the "Vehicle Temperature Life Saving Device." It helps to ensure that a child or pet is removed from a parked car in a safe and timely manner. (KPVI News 6)
3. Governor Larry Hogan joined CBS This Morning on August 24 to highlight Maryland's continued response to and recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The governor also discussed the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, and Maryland's commitment to resettling Afghan interpreters who aided America's efforts abroad. (Maryland.gov)
4. Chief Washington Correspondent Major Garrett interviewed Governor Larry Hogan on CBS show Face The Nation on August 22 to discuss Maryland's response to COVID-19. Gov. Hogan pressed the federal government to advance full FDA approval of the vaccines, make booster shots available immediately for seniors and vulnerable populations, and expedite approval of vaccines for children ages 5 to 11. (CBS News)

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Today in Laurel

• Bilingual Read Aloud - Laurel Branch Library (10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.)
• Skilled Immigrant Task Force Job Resource and Hiring Fair (1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
• Back to School Grades 1, 2, 3 for Laurel Woods Elementary (5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)
• LGBTQ+ Literature Discussion Series - Over three summer nights community members will have the opportunity to dive into the works of leading LGBTQ+ authors. Access the readings in advance or simply show-up to enjoy a quick read-aloud before entering the conversation. Poetry, prose, and drama will be included. (7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
• Pastor's Bible Study - Every week at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays, one of the pastors from Our Savior Lutheran Church leads a study. Email the church office for the zoom information. (7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
• Free Acupuncture with Community Health Initiative (CHI) — Master's level acupuncture students, under supervision by licensed and experienced faculty, are providing safe and effective auricular treatments. (5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.)

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Laurel Patch Notebook

• PGCPS: Attend this event on August 26 at Charles H. Flowers High School to learn about a teaching career with PGCPS, chat with their team and receive priority consideration. They will be on site from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (Instagram)
• City of Laurel - Government: FREE GROCERIES: Royalhouse Chapel Intl MD Grace2Grace Center Charisma Food Bank, located on 7911 Braygreen Road, will hold another Free Grab and Go Groceries for those in need on August 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.! (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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