Community Corner
PGCPS BOE Members Might Be Censured Or Removed + MD Picnic Sites
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Good morning, people of Laurel! It's me again, Alexis Goring, your host of the Laurel Daily.
First, today's weather: Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 85 Low: 60.
Here are the top five stories in Laurel today:
- Install renewable energy systems on existing and new Prince George's County government and school buildings. Construct more walking and bicycle trails and increase telework opportunities for workers as a way to decrease vehicular traffic. These are three of the 27 recommendations proposed by a county Climate Action Commission on ways to improve the environment in this county. (The Washington Informer)
- Horsemen should be back training at Laurel Park by August 10. The final day of training at Timonium will be August 7, with horsemen permitted to return to their Laurel Park barns the following day. (theracingbiz.com)
- Maryland has many beautiful parks and gardens to visit where you can enjoy a picnic, take the kids to play, or just enjoy a relaxing walk. There is such diversity in the state, you can enjoy a picnic by the beach or the nearby mountains all in the same week. Read about some of the most popular picnic sites in Maryland in this article. (The Southern Maryland Chronicle)
- Laurel resident Jamal Glenn was featured on "Meet the Mid" by Navy Academy Athletics. Read this article for a profile on this talented young man. (NavySports.com)
- An ethics panel within the Prince George's County Board of Education has called for a number of school board members to be censured or removed from their seats. A school board spokesperson told WTOP that the ethics panel presented findings Wednesday during the board's executive session, which was closed to the public. The board voted to "concur" with the panel's report and recommendations. (WTOP)
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Today in Laurel
- ASL Storytelling: Animal Yoga — Laurel Branch Library (10:00 a.m.)
- Laurel Dutch Country Farmers Market — Open on 9701 Fort Meade Road (8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.)
- Photography: Digital Level 1 — Attend this educational event at the Montpelier Arts Center. (10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
- Uhuru Quilters Guild Exhibit — Montpelier House Museum presents the latest creations of the Uhuru Quilters Guild. Come see these beautiful works, a mix of full size and challenge size quilts featuring traditional as well as original designs. The Uhuru Quilters Guild seeks to promote the work and accomplishments of African American quilters and to preserve the tradition, culture and history of quilting. (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
- Breakfast with Brooke — Meet Brooke Lierman, a current State Delegate and candidate for Maryland Comptroller. Brooke will discuss the role of Comptroller, her vision for the office, listen to your ideas, and answer questions. (8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.)
- African Drumming: Community Classes — The Performing Arts Center for African Cultures, Inc. (PACA) invites you to use a variety of drums and other percussion instruments during musical sessions that are improvised and co-created by the participants. Drum circles are a fun group expression, not controlled by genre, instrumentation, or directed by a person. (6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.)
Laurel Patch Notebook
- Prince George's County Police: We would like to congratulate everyone, both sworn and civilian on a job well done! (Instagram)
- Prince George's County Police: I scream, you scream, we all scream for ICE CREAM! It's all fun and games at the District 7 "Ice Cream Social". (Instagram)
- Laurel Police Department: Keep an eye out for officers with Operation Chill coupons! We will be around the city looking to give these coupons to kids! (Facebook)
- Lost & Found Pets of PG County Md: Found 7/20/21-7/24/21: All dogs are at Prince George's County Animal Shelter in Upper Marlboro. (Facebook)
- City of Laurel - Government: #COVID19: The highly transmissible Delta Variant continues to be a concern among the healthcare community. (Facebook)
- Laurel Police Department: Coffee, Community and Conversation. If you see us around this morning, please say hello. No agenda, get to know us! (Facebook)
- City of Laurel - Government: Does your 12+ year old student still need a COVID-19 vaccine? Prince George's County Public Schools will host a vaccine clinic at Laurel High School. (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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