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MD Reaches Vaccination Milestone + Metro Stations Resume Service

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Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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Morning, Laurel! Here's everything you need to know to get this Wednesday started off right.

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First, today's weather:

Rain in the evening and overnight. High: 86 Low: 64.

Here are the top three stories in Laurel today:

  1. A total of 88 horses were entered in nine races over a newly reconstructed main track as live racing makes its return to Laurel Park tomorrow (Sept. 9). Laurel Park's 59-day fall meet is scheduled to run through Dec. 31. Laurel's live program Thursday will be the first since a multi-million rebuilding of its dirt surface and an extended Preakness Meet at Pimlico Race Course ended Aug. 22. (Paulick Report)
  2. Governor Larry Hogan announced yesterday that according to official CDC data, 95% of Marylanders 65 and older have now received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. He said that Maryland is "one of the most vaccinated states in the country" that continues to "achieve significant milestones and outpace the national rates across the board." Therefore, he said that Marylanders "are much better prepared to withstand the Delta variant surge." (Maryland.gov)
  3. The Greenbelt, College Park, Prince George's Plaza and West Hyattsville Metro stations on the Yellow and Green lines have been closed since late May for restoration work under Metro's $15.5 billion, 10-year Capital Improvement Program. Free replacement shuttle buses ended Tuesday (Sept. 7) as the stations resumed service. (WTOP)

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Today in Laurel:

  • Defining Critical Race Theory — Join Librarian Christine Iko, of the library's African American Department, as she breaks down the topic of Critical Race Theory. Learn about its principles and major works, theorists associated with it, and where it is being studied. Also learn about how it is being discussed in the media and banned by some legislatures. (3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
  • Virtual Cohort Parent Meeting — Oaklands Elementary (5:30 p.m.)
  • Do You Know? The Laurel Library LHS Collections Conversation — September is National Library Card Sign Up Month. Did you know the Laurel Library is over 110 years old? Why the Stanley name is on the building? What BOLD stood for? Today at 6:30 p.m., join Ella Alonso from the PGCMLS, and Laurel Historical Society Volunteer Karen Lubieniecki for an informal discussion, focusing on library programs and LHS historic library-related collections. (6:30 p.m.)
  • Sheep on Sheep — Learn how to draw sheep on sheep on sheep! Single artist and family member discount tickets available! Class is ideal for artists ages 5+. (5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
  • Auricular Acupuncture at MUIH Main Campus (CHI Site) — Master's level acupuncture students, under supervision by licensed and experienced faculty, are providing safe and effective auricular treatments. Limit: Six participants per seating to ensure a safe, physically distanced, and peaceful experience. (5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)

Laurel Patch Notebook

  • City of Laurel - Government: DOGGIE DIP DAY is just around the corner! Laurel Parks & Recreation invites you to bring your canine and enjoy a refreshing swim to conclude the "Dog Days of Summer" this Saturday (Sept. 11) from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.! (Facebook)
  • Prince George's County Police: Citizens of the community are our biggest ally when preventing and solving crime! See something, say something to @pgcrimesolvers. If you have a smart phone or mobile device, download the "P3 Tipps" app to share information quickly and efficiently. You can always give us a call at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477) (Instagram)
  • City of Laurel Department of Economic and Community Development: The Laurel Historical Society is currently looking to hire a part-time position to manage the Laurel Museum open hour and operations. (Laurel Historical Society)

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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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